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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.

Destinations

Missed the Northern Lights? Here's where to see them year-round

If you're looking for a greener way to see this stunning natural spectacle then these European destinations are reachable by rail.

Green News

Eurostar vows to power its trains with 100% renewable energy by 2030

In one European country, its trains have already been running entirely on wind power since 2017.

Travel News

New underwater tunnel could link Europe and Africa by train

The plan was first discussed in 1979 - but Spain’s transport minister is keen to revive it.

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Experiences

Europe’s best train routes that take you straight to the beach

Chlorinated pools can have an annual footprint of 1,400kg CO2, so cool off in these dreamy natural swimming spots instead.

Travel News

German trains introduce ‘smooch cabins’ and digital seat ‘towels’

State operator Deutsche Bahn will also allow passengers to reserve seats with ‘digital towels’

Experiences

Europe’s best night trains for a good night’s sleep

The big-budget ticket price for the Venice Simplon Orient Express might be worth it if you want to guarantee sleep.

Travel News

New Turkish tourist train takes travellers around cultural treasures

The train stops at destinations including Kayseri, Malatya and Elazığ with enough time for sightseeing.

Experiences

Two of the world’s most luxurious train journeys are in Europe

Want to reduce your carbon footprint without sacrificing luxury? Try these fancy train journeys.

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.

Green News

Europe’s rail industry needs urgent adaptations to climate change

In Austria alone, trains were forced to a standstill 1,900 times in 2023 due to weather conditions.

Destinations

These 7 European cities are perfect for a flight-free spring break

Wondering how to plan a holiday to Amsterdam, Florence or Seville without flying? Travel by rail.

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.

Experiences

My journey on the first night train from Brussels to Prague

Flight-free travel: I passed through six countries in 24 hours and the highest I got was Prague’s 66 metre clock tower.

Experiences

Europe by train: Our top tips for an Interrailing holiday

While the prospect of travelling internationally via train might seem overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be.

Destinations

Want cheap train tickets? Here’s how to do it

Put off by the price of train travel? Rail Europe’s CEO shares his insights into how to find the best deal.

Germany

German train drivers strike coincides with Lufthansa cabin crew walkou

The train driver GDL union is demanding for working hours to be reduced from 38 to 35 hours per week without a pay cut, while Lufthansa's crew seek a 15% salary increase.

Experiences

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.

Experiences

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.

Travel News

Inside Eurostar’s struggle with Brexit, strikes and competitors

One passenger vowed to never travel with Eurostar again after last-minute strikes ruined his Christmas plans.