A traveller relaxes by a train window overlooking the snow-capped peak of the Matterhorn.

Last-minute train holidays

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Half-timbered houses with flower boxes lining a canal in Strasbourg's Petite France district, Alsace.

Grand Est and Basel

Wind through the Alsace to admire the colourful half-timbered houses and fortified towers, before crossing the border to Basel where medieval history meets modern art.

The medieval Belfry tower rises above canalside guild houses at Rozenhoedkaai in Bruges.

Chocolate box Belgium

Chocolate-box perfection awaits in Belgium. Smell hot waffles and float down the waterways of Ghent and Bruges.

Waterside Cities

Travel through Amsterdam, Cologne and Berlin, following canals, Rhine promenades and paths along the Spree.

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Southbound to Sicily

Slow travel to the Sicilian city of Palermo, to soak up the sun before boarding your private cabin on the sleeper train back to Rome.

Red-and-white striped horseshoe arches fill the interior of Cordoba's Mezquita.

Cordoba by train

Reach Córdoba by rail via Lille and Girona, arriving to Roman bridges, patios and the Mezquita anchoring the centre.

A snow-capped Alpine peak rises above forested hills and a green meadow in Austria's Tyrol region.

Tyrol and Lake Garda

Hike the Tyrolean Alps, then cool off with swims in Lake Garda, balancing high mountain trails with slow lakeside rest days.

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Rotterdam's skyline with the Maastoren tower rises beyond Museumpark's green lawns and canal.

Rotterdam short break

Stay in Rotterdam to explore bold post-war buildings, riverfront districts, inventive housing and a growing food scene.

A charcuterie and cheese platter with a glass of local Moulins d'Ascq beer at a Lille cafe.

Lille short break

Discover Lille’s creative quarters, Flemish food, design shops and vintage markets around former mills.

Brussels short break

Spend time in Brussels enjoying galleries, nightlife and gastronomy, from Michelin dining to moules-frites and local beer.

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Antwerp Centraal railway station's grand hall, with soaring stone arches, a wide staircase and clock

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Europe 101: the ultimate guide

So you're interested in travelling Europe by train? Great! Here's everything you need to know before you go: from choosing between high speed and sleeper trains to buying the right rail pass, navigating stations to packing light. Whether you're wondering about check-in, connections or what to expect onboard, we've got it covered plus links to all our in-depth guides to help you plan your trip with confidence.

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