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The Brenner Pass route

4 Dec 2025

One of Europe's most scenic train journeys, the Brenner Pass route from Munich to Verona spans Germany, Austria and Italy. Read on to find out all about it.

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Top slow travel trips

3 Dec 2025

Dip your toe into the world of slow travel with some of our favourite overland trips, complete with scenic trains, simple journeys and delightful stopovers.

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Astrotourism: Europe’s best stargazing trips by train

16 Oct 2025

Travel slowly under star-filled skies. Discover Europe’s best stargazing spots by train, from Lapland’s aurora to Spain’s 2026 solar eclipse.

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A family trip through Tyrol and Lake Garda

10 Oct 2025

Merowyn and her family spent 12 days traversing cities, mountains and lakes through France, Switzerland, Austria and Italy. Read all about it.

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Six of the best New Year’s Eve trips

26 Sept 2025

Celebrate New Year in Europe by train with fireworks, folklore and food. Discover six cities where parties meet tradition rooted in history and local identity.

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The Arlberg Railway

20 Sept 2025

The Arlberg Railway climbs 1,300 metres through remote alpine valleys and past glacier-fed rivers. Read more about one of Austria’s most scenic mountain line.

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First class train travel: a guide

7 Sept 2025

Read our guide to first class train travel: what’s included, which countries offer what, and is it worth it?

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The Semmering Railway

4 Aug 2025

Austria's Semmering Railway was dubbed the world's first true mountain railway. Read on for how best to experience this UNESCO-rated feat of engineering.

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Faster than flying: 8 trains that beat the plane

30 Apr 2025

Train travel is the best way to explore the UK and Europe. It's more relaxing and, at times, quicker than a flight. Here are eight trains that beat the plane.

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