Railways in Europe
Almost the entire railway network of the Netherlands is based on a gauge of 1,435 mm. There are several narrow-gauge railways in the Netherlands. Active narrow-gauge railways in the Netherlands are most often remnants of former brick railways and peat railways. Trains on the mentioned railway lines do not run regularly. Interrail tickets and state …
There are several interesting heritage railways in the Netherlands. Some of them are known to railway enthusiasts all over the world. The list does not include narrow gauge railways. Trains on the mentioned railway lines do not run regularly. Interrail tickets and state rail tickets are not valid. A separate tariffs applies. Heritage railways in …
Train travel in the Netherlands is a very good way to explore the country. The Netherlands has a dense and well-maintained railway network. Trains run between almost all major cities and towns. The Netherlands has a high speed line from Schiphool Airport to Rotterdam and and then onto the border with Belgium. This line is …
Train from Brussels to Luxembourg is an international train operated by SNCB-NMCS. It’s a comfortable way to travel between the capitals of Belgium and Luxembourg. From Brussels you can continue your journey to Antwerp, Bruges and many other Belgian cities. From Luxembourg trains will transport you to all important cities in Luxembourg. The category of …
Train from Luxembourg to Liege is an international train operated by SNCB-NMCS. It’s not a fastest train but you can travel from Luxembourg to Liege and continue your journey from Liege for example to Maastricht in Netherlands, Aachen in Germany by regional trains or to Frankfurt am Main in Germany by ICE train. It is …
Luxembourg has a short but well-maintaned railway network. It’s a small country and there is a few railway lines with total length of 274 km (standard gauge). Train travel in Luxembourg is free from 2020 in 2nd class within border of the country. Last updated: 01.02.2024 The history of the railway in Luxembourg began in …
Train travel in Belgium is a perfect way to explore the country. There are plenty of connections – trains run every half-hour or hour between larger cities. Ticket prices are relatively low compared to earnings and passenger can choose between a numerous discounts and promotions. Rolling stock varies – there are old electric multiple units …
There are many beautiful railway lines in France. Many of them are used only by local trains and tourist trains. I provide you a short list of the most beautiful railway lines in France. The list does not include rack railways and funiculars. These railways were described in separate articles (link below the article) Most …
There are several funicular railways operating in France. There is a short list of most important funicular railways in France, which I briefly described. In the years 1893-1934, an interesting funicular railway operated in Meudon, connecting the stop of present-day Paris tram No. 2 with the platform of the Paris – Brest railway line. Funicular …
Several rack railways operate in France. Some of them are of no importance to travellers, but three of them should be noted by railway enthusiasts and people who like railway attractions. Rack railways in France Tramway du Mont Blanc – the highest railway line in France and one of the highest railway lines in Europe. …