Percent Map travel guide (2026-10-29): Journey into Alpine Wonder from Nice

After a year's hiatus, the Train des Merveilles is back, whisking you from the vibrant Côte d’Azur to the majestic Alpes-Azur mountains in under two hours. As it climbs through stunning vistas and historic towns, passengers enjoy breathtaking views of the Mercantour national park. With nice mild weather currently in Nice (14°C), now’s a perfect time for your autumn adventure into Europe's most spectacular train routes.