Where to travel in Europe by train?

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Rédigé le 24.03.25
Rail de train dans un environnement arboré
Looking for adventure without flying?

The train is an environmentally-friendly, comfortable and practical alternative for exploring Europe. Thanks to the many rail lines departing from France, it's easy to reach many European destinations. Here's a roundup of the most beautiful journeys you can make by train!

Londres et son Big Ben depuis London Eye

London, United Kingdom

The famous Eurostar links Paris to London in just 2 hours 15 minutes. Perfect for a cultural weekend, you can discover the British capital, stroll through Notting Hill, visit the British Museum or admire the Thames from the London Eye.
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Italy: Milan, Turin

In just 5 hours, you can reach Turin from Paris by direct train. Milan, capital of fashion and design, can be reached in 7 hours. These connections are ideal for exploring northern Italy and its rich cultural heritage.
Zurich en Suisse

Switzerland: Geneva, Zurich, Lausanne

Switzerland is an ideal destination for rail travel. Geneva is just 3 hours 15 minutes from Paris, offering direct access to Lake Geneva and the Alps. Lausanne and Zurich are well served, allowing you to discover the charm of Switzerland without flying.
Parc Guell à Barcelone

Spain

Barcelona, Madrid, Girona

Thanks to high-speed trains, it's possible to reach Barcelona in just 6h30 from Paris. Girona, a charming medieval city, is just a few stops before Barcelona. Madrid is also accessible by train from France with a connection in Spain, offering a pleasant journey to the Spanish capital.

Germany

Berlin, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Karlsruhe

Germany is well served by the French rail network. Berlin can be reached from Paris in around 8 hours by train. Frankfurt, Germany's financial capital, can be reached in 3 hours 40 minutes, while Stuttgart and Karlsruhe are also well connected by TGV and German ICE trains, offering rapid access to the country's culture and history.

Berlin
Bruxelles en Belgique

Belgium and Netherlands

Brussels, Amsterdam, Rotterdam

By Thalys or Eurostar, Brussels is less than 1h30 from Paris. Enjoy Belgian waffles and fries, visit the Grand-Place and explore museums dedicated to comics. Amsterdam, just 3 hours 20 minutes away, is a city of canals, museums and a unique atmosphere. Rotterdam, a modern and dynamic city, is also an interesting destination, just 2h40 from Brussels.

A sustainable and responsible mode of transport

Why choose the train?

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Ecological

A much smaller carbon footprint than air travel.

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Comfortable

More space to move around and admire the scenery.

Facile d'accès

Easy access

No long queues or drastic baggage restrictions.

Explore Europe by train

A greener, more pleasant journey
So, are you ready to embark on a new adventure on the rails?

With the development of rail in Europe, new travel opportunities are emerging, notably with the return of night trains. Now it's possible to travel between Paris and Berlin or Paris and Vienna while sleeping, offering a convenient and immersive alternative to short flights. This mode of transport is enjoying a revival in the face of ecological challenges and the need to reduce our carbon footprint. In the near future, we hope to see the opening of new rail lines linking even more of Europe's capitals and major cities. Travelling by train is therefore both a responsible and enchanting choice.