Giruno.

Giruno Gotthard passenger trains run on the north-south axis between Switzerland, Germany and Italy. As of the end of 2025, these 41 trains will provide the mainstay of SBB's international passenger services.

The Giruno has been especially designed for deployment in international passenger services. Running at a top speed of up to 250km/h, it provides a quick, convenient connection on the north-south axis. The train boasts large luggage stowage spaces and a generous, bright interior. It features low-floor entry for the different platform heights in Switzerland, Austria and Italy (55cm) as well as for Germany (76cm). This allows wheelchair users to travel unassisted – including access to the dining car.

Train characteristics.

  • Category: EC/IC
  • Number of trains: 41
  • Seats: 405
  • Low-floor entry: Yes
  • Length: 202m
  • First deployed: 2019
  • Manufacturer: Stadler
  • Top speed: 250km/h

Operation routes.

  • The Giruno runs mainly on the rail lines Zurich–Zug–Lucerne and Zurich–Chur.
  • The Giruno is used for international services on the north-south axis (Switzerland–Germany and Switzerland–Italy).

Service zones.

  • Restaurant
  • Family zone
  • Quiet zone (1st class)
  • Business zone (1st class)
  • Sockets (Swiss + Int.)
  • Mobile signal amplifier
  • WLAN
  • Electronic seat reservation indicator
  • Coach occupation indicator
  • Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility
  • Wheelchair spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilets (1st and 2nd class)
  • Gender-specific toilet
  • Urinal
  • Baby-changing table
  • Cycle storage spaces
  • Pram storage spaces
  • Luggage storage spaces

Exterior views.

Interior views.

  • Luggage rack for stowing items of luggage in the “Giruno” train.

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