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World’s first commercial hydrogen ferry is taking passengers for free

The ferry can travel about 550 kilometres and operate for 16 hours before it needs to refuel.

Destinations

Flight-free travel: Take a train to these cooler climes in Europe

Is extreme heat dampening your holiday spirit? Here are the coldest places in Europe you can get a train to right now.

Moments

Get off the beaten path in Italy for a more sustainable trip

Italy has invested millions in sustainable tourism, from walking trails to trains.

Travel News

Behind the scenes of Denmark’s record-breaking underwater rail tunnel

Europe is set to welcome the world’s longest underwater road and rail tunnel. Here’s how it’s being built.

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Destinations

Germany’s unique suspension monorail is a must-visit for train lovers

A hanging train puts this little-known German city on the map.

Travel News

World’s longest underwater road and rail tunnel begins construction

Denmark's Fehmarnbelt tunnel will slash travel times between Scandinavia and Central Europe.

Earth News

Do free or cheap tickets encourage people to use public transport?

Public transport is one of the lowest carbon ways to travel but getting people to use it isn't always easy.

Earth News

Montpellier says free public transport has been a success so far

The city made public transport free in December and has now released its first figures showing how the scheme is going.

Earth News

Europeans more worried about natural disasters than armed conflict

More than 2,000 people across seven EU member states were quizzed about what they think are the most pressing issues facing the bloc.

Destinations

Inside Glasgow’s plan to offer free public transport to all

The pilot scheme would initially be tested out on 1,000 Glaswegians - but it’s far from coming to fruition as funding has yet to be allocated.

Travel News

French commuters to benefit from free public transport to Luxembourg

A new scheme will see French commuters able to get to their offices in Luxembourg without charge - and it offers environmental benefits too.

Earth News

Parisians travel more by bike than by car, study finds

Walking and public transport were still the most popular ways to get around the French capital.

Travel News

France to launch €49 summer rail pass for young people

French President Emmanuel Macron said last year he wanted a rail pass for all, but after months of negotiations, a scaled-back version has been agreed.

Travel News

Night trains could be given a boost under Belgium’s EU presidency

“The unfair competition between trains and planes must be addressed,” says Belgium’s Minister for Mobility.

Travel News

Deutsche Bahn and GDL reach deal to end train strikes in Germany

The deal includes a 'peace obligation' to prevent strikes until at least February 2026.

Moments

New to riding a sleeper train? Here’s the best way to book tickets

How to plan your sleeper train adventure - from researching to when to book.

Moments

13 trains in 7 days: How to do a stress-free family trip around Europe

Just because you have kids in tow, doesn’t mean you can’t be ambitious with travel plans.

Germany

Local public transport workers begin 'warning strikes' across Germany

As contract talks continue, numerous German cities are bracing for additional warning strikes and demonstrations, with climate activists also participating.

Earth News

Major transport union to strike with climate activists in Germany

Transport is responsible for about a quarter of the EU's total greenhouse gas emissions, according to the European Environment Agency.

Travel News

Germany's €49 public transport ticket extended to 2024

Travellers can still take advantage of Germany's €49 public transport ticket this year thanks to government funding.