Originally Posted by
jodekker
I just booked a Cisalpino train from Spiez to Milan through SNCF's website. It says reservations are required, and it shows the little seat icon, but doens't show a seat assignment. Does SNCF's system not interface with Cisalpino's, and there will be a seat assignment when my ticket comes in the mail?
I'm new to European rail travel and appreciate your willingness to share your expertise!
Cisalpino no longer exists; its trains, which ran between Switzerland and Italy, are now operated by the Swiss and Italian railroads. Why would SNCF have anything to do with Cisalpino? I've often ridden the express trains between Switzerland and Italy, albeit in first class, including Cisalpino trains, and never had a reservation - and never had to stand.