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The Glacier Express Route
Running between St. Moritz and Zermatt, an iconic rail journey.
The Bernina Express Route
A bucket-list-worthy journey with alpine views and sparkling glaciers.
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Ten of our favourite bus routes from Alpine passes to cliff roads, city buses and cross-border coaches. Read on to learn why we love the bus.
Travel slowly by train to Europe’s most restorative spa hotels. From Bath to the Alps, here are six spa breaks built around rest, relaxation and rail.
Discover Switzerland by train, from Europe’s highest railway to cross-border alpine lines. A guide to the country’s most scenic and unforgettable journeys.
Climb by rail to Europe’s highest station as the Jungfrau Railway tunnels through the Eiger, rising from alpine pasture to ice, rock and vast glacier views.
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.
Discover the best way to travel along one of Europe's most scenic railways, the UNESCO-World Heritage listed Bernina Express route.
The world's slowest express train, the Glacier Express route runs through the heart of the Swiss Alps. Read on for our tips on how to best experience it.
Europe's highest open-air train line, the Gornergrat Railway climbs from Zermatt to 3,089m, with uninterrupted views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks.
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.
Zürich is often dismissed as a banking city. Spend a day here and another side emerges in its kitchens, cafés and galleries. Read more to discover where to go.
Read our guide to first class train travel: what’s included, which countries offer what, and is it worth it?
Served by panoramic, heritage-style, and express trains, the Golden Pass Line is made up of three railway lines, all with scenic Swiss views. Read more.
A scenic train ride from Switzerland to Italy, the Centovalli Railway travels through remote Alpine landscapes and across narrow gorges.. Read all about it.
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.
Everything you need to know about new rules, regulations and events in Europe 2025, and how they might affect your plans.
Harriet Matthews dives into the wonder of winter slow travel.
From tulip fields to tapas feasts
Read about (and book) Sarah's dream, slow travel Croatia trip by sleeper train, with sunset views of Swiss mountains from cosy cabins.
From ice skating to carnivals, here are the best places to visit in February.
In the spirit of inspiration and early booking, we pass the pen around the office to hear what the Byway team are booking for the year ahead.
