Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
There are currently 4 journeys each day with one change or more between Lisbon & Barcelona. You may wish to consider a daytime trip with two changes as shown on the Lisbon-Madrid page. The sooner you book the better – train tickets tend to become more expensive as the departure date approaches. Look out for…
If you enjoy soaking in ever-changing scenery from the comfort of a train compartment, Bulgaria’s got you covered. This route goes between Bansko (a ski town and growing digital nomad hotspot) and Plovdiv, the second-largest city in the country. Along the way, you’ll see some scenes pegged in time — like fields of solar panels…
Train travel offers the opportunity to see UNESCO-listed towns along the way such as Kutna Hora, famous for its bone church of 40 000 human skeletons and Brno with its magnificent mix of Gothic & Baroque architecture. Train tickets are generally cheaper than a flight and far more comfortable than a bus. Prague The best…
Venice’s grand canals, distinctive architecture, and romantic charm have held continuous allure for artists over the centuries. Traveling from all over the world, they sought to convey its luminosity in paint or record its details in line. Add the timeless magic of Venice to your home with this textile wall art. With every woven fiber,…
Trains from London (all stations) to Inverness stop at a list of impressive extremes: Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis; the deepest freshwater loch, Loch Morar; and the 21-arched Glenfinnan viaduct. There’s nothing more romantic than dozing off in a sleeper train cabin, then waking up to the ruggedly handsome scenery of rural Scotland. Plan your…
The lesser-traveled Baltic countries offer fascinating locales and beautiful cities. With vibrant, ancient traditions and new economies, these destinations make for unique European breakaway experiences. Explore these beautiful capitals by train. With the help of a Eurail Global Pass (for European residents), this itinerary can be completed in comfort and style, without breaking the bank!…
Traveling between Athens and Thessaloniki by train is one of the most convenient and enjoyable ways to explore Greece’s two largest cities. Operated by Hellenic Train, the rail service offers a comfortable, efficient, and scenic journey through some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes. Here’s everything you need to know about this popular route. Overview…
Sicily is a cultural melting pot that has been a pawn of empire and conquest over the millennia. Discover the region’s unique landscapes on this 9-day circuit starting in Palermo, its regional capital, and exploring UNESCO-listed baroque destinations. From Regalbuto, the pyramid of Europe’s largest active volcano looms over Troina, a particular village that from…
In the course of a literature review and interviews with transport sector professionals from Estonia and Finland, a framework for examining the economic, political and infrastructural contexts of the Trans-Caspian trade route was developed. From the port of Poti in eastern Georgia to Baku in western Azerbaijan, cargo moves by rail to Aktau in Western…
Trace Iceland’s element-blasted landscape on a road trip dotted with mystical sights. Hear Icelanders recount their brushes with the huldufolk, and understand why more than half of the country’s population entertains the possibility that another world exists. The famous Ring Road loops around Iceland. You can rent a car to explore the route, but we…