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ABOVE: A narrow-gauge cogwheel train near Zermatt, Switzerland during the ski season.

Funiculars

Funimag
Michael Azéma of Paris edits this world guide to cable railways.

General Information and Maps

Car or Train? europeforvisitors.com
Should you tour Europe on four wheels or ride the rails? Use this quiz and related resources to make a wise decision.

European Railway Timetables europeforvisitors.com
We've linked to the most important interactive journey planners for railroads in Western Europe.

Germany's ICE Trains europeforvisitors.com
High-speed trains connect large and small cities through Germany at speeds of up to 300 km/h or 186 mph. On most routes, you don't even need a reservation--just board with your ticket or rail pass.

Eurostar europeforvisitors.com
"Chunnel" trains cover the London-Paris route in 2 hours 35 minutes and London-Brussels in only 2 hours 15 minutes. Other destinations include Lille, Disneyland Paris, Avignon, and the French Alps. (Also see our Eurostar London-Paris-London article at Paris for Visitors.)

Thalys europeforvisitors.com
The French, Belgian, Dutch, and German railways have teamed up to provide superfast express service between Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne, and a number of smaller cities (including Bruges, Antwerp, Ličge, and Rotterdam).

Gare du Nord, Paris parisforvisitors.com
Eurostar, Thalys, trains to Northern Europe, and other rail lines operate from this historic station. Our Paris for Visitors article has advice, photos, and links for travelers.

Lisbon-Madrid Night Train europeforvisitors.com
The Lusitánia Comboio Trenhotel is jointly operated by CP Portuguese Railways and Renfe Spanish Railways. Accommodations range from reclining seats to "Gran Clase" staterooms with private sink, WC, and shower.

Madrid-Seville AVE Trains europeforvisitors.com
Why drive or fly when you can travel between city centers by high-speed train in only 2˝ hours?

Eurotunnel
This company operates trains that haul vehicles, drivers, and passengers between Folkestone, England and Calais/Coquelles, France via the English Channel Tunnel.

Railfaneurope.net
This portal for train enthusiasts hosts photo galleries and other sites, including:

  • The ICE/ICT Pages  
    Railfans will appreciate the detailed information (with route maps) on high-speed trains in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

  • TGVWeb
    Learn all about Europe's high-speed trains at this superb site from Clem Tillier and Yann Nottara.

Thalys
Frequent high-speed trains connect Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Geneva, Cologne, Marseilles, and other cities of Northwest Europe.

Rapid transit

i-Métro
Calculate point-to-point journeys on subways, trams, and buses in 200+ cities around the world, using the Web or your mobile phone.

Tickets and Rail Passes

Rail Europe our partner
This North American subsidiary of the French and Swiss national railroads lets you buy all types of European rail tickets and passes online. Its Web site also has train schedules and other useful information.

Train Charters

The Train Chartering Company
Book a private train for your next family reunion or other group event "from anywhere to anywhere."

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If you live outside the EU, a tax-free Renault or Peugeot tourist lease can be cheaper than renting. Minimum driver age is 18, there' s no upper age limit, and rates include insurance. See: Short-term car leasing.


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Traveling by train?
Rail Europe has schedules, maps, and guides for 50+ European railroads. (Residents of North and Central America can buy tickets and rail passes online.)


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