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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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Chur - a place of incomparable charm

  • 25.09.2024
  • Team railtour

Chur fascinates with one of the most charming old towns in Switzerland and offers a rich program of culture, culinary delights and adventure. A visit to one of the three regional museums or a guided tour of the town are highly recommended....

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New Hofburg Tour: House of Habsburg

  • 02.09.2024
  • Team railtour
  • Culture

A tour through 650 years of ruling history under one roof
The new House of Habsburg tour in Vienna's Neue Hofburg tells the story of the rise and fall of one of the most powerful European ruling families of the past millennium in a unique way.
At...

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Heidi Horten Collection Vienna

  • 02.09.2024
  • Team railtour
  • Culture

KLIMT ⇄ WARHOL. Modern Masterpieces
The Gesamtkunstwerk of spectacular architecture and high-calibre icons of Modernism & Pop Art. Discover works by Klimt, Chagall, Magritte, Picasso, Warhol and many more

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Holiday Window Shopping

  • 12.11.2024
  • Team railtour

During the Christmas season, cities transform into true winter wonderlands, inviting people to stroll and marvel. In Milan, Paris, and Munich, beautifully decorated shop windows captivate visitors, making holiday shopping a unique experience....

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Particularly beautiful Advent travel ideas

  • 17.10.2024
  • Team railtour

Christmas is just two months away - the perfect opportunity to get in the mood for the most wonderful time of the year. What better way to celebrate this contemplative time than with a trip to an enchanting light festival or an atmospheric Advent...

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Museums & exhibitions in the fall

  • 25.09.2024
  • Team railtour
  • Culture

The more moderate fall weather is making us want to visit museums and galleries again. We have tracked down a few special exhibition highlights for you.

Milan is showing Picasso with a multidisciplinary approach. Many of Van Gogh's most...

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Wine-growing regions in Europe

  • 25.09.2024
  • Team railtour

Wine-growing regions are among Europe's most beautiful fall travel destinations. Incidentally, everything to do with wine culture is also exciting for those who have little connection to wine.

A few years ago, Bordeaux opened the "Cité du Vin",...

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A world-class panoramic journey

  • 23.07.2024
  • Team railtour
  • Round trips

An eight-hour train journey through Switzerland? At the thought, I was a bit skeptical and my enthusiasm was rather limited when I packed my bag for the three-day trip. However, my initial skepticism gave way to pure amazement once I was on the...

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The Viennese "neighbourhoods"

  • 15.07.2024
  • Team railtour
  • Culture

In Berlin it is called Kiez, in New York Neighborhood, in Madrid Barrio - and in Vienna they are called "Grätzel".
Vienna's Grätzel are colourful and lively. Immerse yourself in the diversity and unique atmosphere of Vienna's vibrant...

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