Railways in Europe
Tourist railways in Spain are very popular. There are dozen or so tourist trains running on various routes thorough the country. These trains run irregularly, on certain days of the year. A separate tariff applies, Interrail tickets are not accepted. The list does not include luxury tourist trains and rack railways El Tren dels Llacs …
Spain has some narrow-gauge railways. In addition to the railway lines belonging to the Ferrocarriles de Vía Estrecha (FEVE) and Euskotren rail networks, there are several narrow-gauge railways in Spain – two are tourist, others are part of the RENFE network. Furthermore, there are remains of closed and demolished narrow-gauge lines in different parts of …
Train travel in Corsica is an unforgettable experience. The railway in Corsica currently consists of two railway lines, interconnected at Ponte Leccia station, which is the main junction of the Corsican railway network. The third railway line was destroyed during World War II and was never rebuilt. Last updated: 29.01.2024 Trains in Corsica are operated …
Mallorca has a small railway network which consists of three separate electrified lines from Palma de Mallorca and Inca. Most famous is a vintage Tren de Soller from Palma to the a seaside town of Soller. This railway line is famous for stunning views. Mallorca has a metro light system and a vintage tram in …
Train travel in Spain is very comfortable but a bit complicated. Spain has most extensive high-speed rail network in Europe. In recent years, high-speed railway lines have been opened to, for example, A Coruna, Oviedo, Malaga, Figureres, and Alicante. In the country there are four rail gauges – most common is Iberian gauge (1668 mm) …
Portugal is known for many things. Beautiful towns and cities, gastronomy, beaches attract many visitors every year. Portugal has more than 2,700 kilometers of railway network. Train travel in Portugal is very good way to explore the west of the country. Some railway lines in eastern Portugal were closed in the 1990s and early 21st …
Currently, there is no passenger train from Riga to Ventspils. There is a railway line from the capital to Ventspils but passenger trains end at Tukums II station. Passenger trains between Riga and Ventspils were suspended in the spring of 2001. Passenger services were resumed on 1 Septemper 2008. Following year, from 19 October 2009 …
Main Railway station in Riga (Rīgas Centrālā stacijа) is located just outside the Old Town. It is a Soviet-style building, a part of the shopping centre. From Riga railway station operates all passenger trains within Latvia. Most public transport stops are situated in the nearby streets. The square in front of the station it is …
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Cesis is one of the most beautiful and one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Baltics. It has a rich history of more than 800 years. It is the third oldest town in Latvia – founded in 1206. Cesis is definitely worth visit. Train from Riga to Cesis is the good way to get …
Sigulda is the gateway to the Gauja National Park and a popular destination for one-day train trip from Riga. Sigulda lies 53 kilometres from Riga, in the Vidzeme region. Sigulda has a population of more than 14 thousands people. The town has plenty of great activities, especially in winter. You can participate visit three castles, …