Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
From the Alps to Scotland’s wild Highland landscape, these seven train journeys promise bucket-list-worthy panoramic views. Whether you choose to sip martinis in a luxury sleeper or savor lobster in a fine dining car, these routes offer something for every budget. Experience the clatter and rhythm of Europe’s most scenic rail adventures. From cosmopolitan capital…
Train travel in Europe evokes a sense of timelessness that simply isn’t present with cars or planes. It’s also more environmentally friendly and offers up jaw-dropping scenery. Journey on these scenic routes and see Scandinavia in comfort. Start in Denmark for a guided exploration of Copenhagen’s historic charm, then travel to Norway for scenic views…
In Denmark, a culture of hygge celebrates simplicity and the finer things in life. Take a leisurely stroll in parks adorned with colorful blooms or sit down to a plate of classic smorrebrod and irresistible Danish pastries. Sample local delicacies while traveling comfortably by train on this independent itinerary. From Copenhagen to Solvang, discover the…
Embark on this remarkable train journey as you discover the cuisine, culture and breathtaking scenery of Northern Spain. Travel in comfort on one of Renfe’s direct Alvia trains with Grand Luxe five-star cabins and fine dining. Bilbao is the largest city and cultural capital of Spain’s Basque Country. It is known for its renowned gastronomy…
In the end, it’s not so much about the costumes as it is the refined elegance of the film. The literate screenplay and gliding camerawork of Howard Koch and Franz Planer elevate this simple costume melodrama. Vienna’s pleasures are countless, but penetrating its cultural heart reveals some truly grotesque shadows. Mozart’s memorial lies in a…
The Peaks of the Balkans Trail, winner of multiple prestigious global awards, connects mountainous regions in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro. It’s a new cross border hiking experience that fosters tourism and teamwork between historically quarrelsome neighbors. The trek is a mix of hiking and cultural immersion through picturesque village guesthouses where time seems to have…
The city of Cologne is a short train ride from Amsterdam. The journey takes only a few hours, and you don’t have to go through passport control as both Netherlands and Germany are members of the Schengen Zone agreement. 1. The Rhine River The Rhine River is one of Europe’s great rivers and has borne…
Traverse Slovenia’s diverse terrain on this 7-night self-guided train adventure. Highlights include rugged mountain backdrops, Lake Bled, wine tasting in Goriska Brda – nicknamed Slovenia’s secret Tuscany – and lively Ljubljana and Piran on the Adriatic coast. Discover a little-known corner of Europe, showcasing stunning Alpine peaks and silver lakes along with medieval castles and…
The Balkan Express chugges along from Istanbul to Bucharest, sharing the track with the Istanbul-Sofia Express as far as Dimitrovgrad upon entering Bulgaria. OMFO samples Bulgarian folk, Greek island music and Jamaican dub techniques on this dancefloor-oriented trip. The train avoided conflict zones during the Yugoslav Wars, and the line is well-maintained today. Tourism, winter…
A marvel is something extraordinary and impressive. Whether it’s a bridge spanning a vast river, a rocket that sends humans to the moon or an architectural wonder that draws people in. Railway stations are modern engineering marvels. Designed as palaces of civic pride, they shape people’s first impression of cities and define communities. 1. The…