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Welcome to our online travel magazine where we introduce you to Europe's most enchanting corners, share exciting insider tips and highlight unforgettable train journeys to remarkable regions and cities. Allow yourself to be inspired and discover new travel destinations you may not have considered before!

From bustling cities to breathtaking landscapes, we showcase the incredible diversity of Europe and how easily these destinations can be reached by train. Our articles not only provide valuable tips and expert knowledge but also spark your desire to embark on your next adventure. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer journey, you’ll find the perfect inspiration for your next break here. Step aboard the world of trains and let us guide you on an unforgettable journey!

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Summer in the city - discover more with the Berlin WelcomeCard

Want to discover something new this summer - vibrant culture, exciting history and relaxed city life? Well then Berlin is the perfect destination! With direct connections from Zurich, Basel or Bern, you can easily reach the German capital by...

Aix-en-Provence – In the Footsteps of Cézanne

South of the majestic Montagne Sainte-Victoire lies Aix-en-Provence – a town that embodies the Provençal lifestyle as effortlessly as few other places. Between centuries-old alleyways, plane tree-lined boulevards and sun-warmed façades, an...

A Journey Through Time – The Glacier Pullman Express

A journey aboard the Glacier Pullman Express is like a daydream on rails: nostalgic, elegant, and surrounded by breathtaking nature. In the lovingly restored Pullman carriages from the 1930s, you'll experience a relaxed voyage through the Swiss...

FrankfurtRhineMain a region full of diversity

Pure diversity - that is what the destination FrankfurtRhineMain is all about. Vineyards and orchards, modern art and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, skyline and half-timbered houses, city district tours and cycle routes are all close together here....

The rhythm of Africa: On the Rovos Rail from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Africa's greatest train journey takes you over 6,100 kilometres through the south and east of the continent. The route connects the Cape of Good Hope with the tropical coast of East Africa, passes through the undeveloped wilderness of northern...

Photo competition «The fascination of train journeys»

Which places did you already explore by train? What destinations would you like to visit on rails? Do you like discovering cities like Paris, Rome or Hamburg or do you prefer gliding through the beautiful countryside on a Swiss panoramic...

Usedom directly from Friedrichshafen

Starting on May 3, 2025, on every Saturday a leisure flight will take off from Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen to the sunny island of Usedom. Flight times (May 3 - October 11, 2025, always on Saturdays):

Friedrichshafen - Usedom: 08:00 - 09:45...

Sestri Levante - the ‘city of two seas’

Sestri Levante - the name alone sounds like an invitation to dream. Nestled in the rugged beauty of the Riviera di Levante, this charming coastal town is a real insider tip for anyone who wants to enjoy the Ligurian lifestyle away from the hustle...

a&o Hostels: everyone can travel

Book your train journeys to France now, until the December timetable change. Why not enjoy a city break? Paris remains a must-see destination. The City of Light is full of treasures to explore, and there's always something new to discover. Prefer...

Düsseldorf - The creative ten- minutes-city by the Rhine

Düsseldorf offers the perfect blend of the urbanity in a modern metropolis and the coziness in a village. The unique location on the Rhine adds a special quality of life and influences the relaxed flair of the city. Luxury shopping and trendy...