Great European Christmas markets outside Germany and how to visit them by train
A short guide to Europe's best Christmas markets outside Germany, from Metz to Budapest.
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Sep 21
From Nuremberg to Hamburg, 11 of Germany's best Christmas markets you can visit by train
A varied selection of German Christmas markets, all easy to reach by train from the rest of Europe.
Aug 29
2 days in historic Metz, Lorraine: One of Europe's most underrated cities
A brief guide to Metz, one of Europe's most charming and underrated cities.
Aug 23
Autumn in Europe: Celebrating the season of mellow fruitfulness
Great European destination to visit in autumn by train and car. Food lovers trips to discover European food and wine, or late sun getaways.
Aug 16
Autumn in Europe: Rail and road foliage journeys
Celebrate autumn with a trip. Here is a short guide to Europe's best foliage destinations,
Aug 10
Italy's small gems: my guide to enchanting Brixen (Bressanone)
My guide to Brixen (Bressanone), a natural and cultural gem in the Italian German-speaking province of South Tyrol.
Jul 27
Great European destinations for a late summer or autumn seaside trip
Did you leave too late? Was it too expensive? Did you not fancy sharing a beach with thousands of other bodies? Are you done with...
Jul 6
Europe by train: Facts and tips to plan a great trip
Why should I take a European train holiday?
What should I consider before I start?
May 18
London to Europe by train. 22 long weekend ideas
Based in London? You don't need to fly to escape to Europe for a short break. Here are 22 destinations you can easily reach by train.
May 11
22 great European trips from Milan by train
22 ideas for long European long weekends feasible by train from Milan.
May 4
20 European weekend trips from Berlin by train
Based in Berlin? Fancy a weekend abroad but worried about your carbon footprint? Here are 20 European train journeys you can do instead.
Apr 26
From Zurich to Europe by train. 20 weekends trip ideas
Based in Zurich? Want to reduce your carbon footprint or enjoy a mindful week end break. Here are 20 long weekend trips you can tak by train
Apr 19
Great European weekend trips from Torino by train
The best weekend trips you can take from Torino by train.
Apr 11
Glorious food and glorious culture. What to see in Bologna in 3 days
My 3-day Bologna itinerary, with an in-depth guide to its artistic and cultural treasures.
Apr 5
From Dusseldorf by train. 20 European weekend trip ideas
20 European weekend getaways from Dusseldorf, feasible by train.
Mar 23
20 great weekend trips from Munich by train
From Venice to Amsterdam, some of the incredible destinations you can reach from Munich by train, even for a weekend.
Mar 8
All railways lead to Rome. To the Eternal City by train
My 3-day Rome itinerary, perfect if you travel to Rome by train from London, Paris, Vienna, Munich, and Amsterdam.
Mar 1
Wisteria to poppies. My guide to the beauty of Italy in spring
Planning a trip to Italy in spring? Make the most of the 'fioriture' season. From the azaleas of Rome's Spanish Steps, to cherry blossoms...
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