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Welcome to our online travel blog 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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Aix-en-Provence – In the Footsteps of Cézanne

  • 14.05.2025
  • Team railtour

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...

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FrankfurtRhineMain a region full of diversity

  • 02.05.2025
  • Team railtour
  • Culture

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....

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Usedom directly from Friedrichshafen

  • 25.04.2025
  • Team railtour

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...

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Sestri Levante - the ‘city of two seas’

  • 15.04.2025
  • Team railtour

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...

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

  • 04.03.2025
  • Team railtour

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...

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Britannic Explorer - a new luxury train

  • 28.02.2025
  • Team railtour

The Britannic Explorer is a new luxury sleeper train from Belmond, offering exclusive journeys through England and Wales from July 2025. The three-day routes depart from London Victoria station and travel through picturesque regions such as...

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Discover the most beautiful filming locations in London

  • 27.02.2025
  • Team railtour

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stroll through magnificent gardens just like the Bridgertons or step into the magical Diagon Alley from Harry Potter? Few cities are as multifaceted as London so it's no surprise that it is often...

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New visions for travelling with TGV Lyria

  • 19.02.2025
  • Team railtour

After carrying out a broad-based study in advance, TGV Lyria has now identified a number of points that are to be improved in the future based on the results. These improvements concern comfort, services at the station and, of course, the...

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Discover Germany’s North Sea Coast | railtour travel blog

  • 12.02.2025
  • Team railtour

The North Sea air feels like a deep breath of freedom: clear, fresh and full of energy. The wide horizon, the impressive play of clouds, open landscapes, fine sandy beaches and the soothing sound of the waves make every day a special...

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Paris, straight out of a movie!

  • 04.02.2025
  • Team railtour

Paris is one of the most famous filmmaking cities in the world—the Lumière brothers invented cinema here, and countless movies have been filmed against the picturesque backdrop of the Eiffel Tower.

From Emily to Amélie, from the rooftops of...

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