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See the best of Switzerland by rail
In Switzerland, public transport offers far more than simple convenience: Train journeys often provide one of the most captivating ways to admire the landscape. With trains, boats, and mountain railways crossing the country’s most scenic routes , the journey becomes as memorable as the destination. The Glacier Express remains one of the most iconic Swiss rail experiences. Running between Zermatt and St. Moritz, it travels across the Swiss Alps, crossing hundreds of bridges and passing …
Unforgettable cycling in Serbia
Serbia is increasingly popular for cycle tourism, a great way to discover hidden landscapes, small local stories, and vibrant culture. Travel by bicycle through Serbia to experience nature and the everyday life of the country. Routes connect quiet villages with lively cities such as Belgrade and Novi Sad , where you will find more and more bike lanes, green promenades, and paths along the rivers. International routes such as EuroVelo 6 and the regional Trans Dinarica also put Serbia on the map …
Portugal’s most scenic seaside walks
Lace up your boots and set off along Portugal’s Rota Vicentina , one of the most beautiful and best-preserved coastal areas of Europe. This route has European certification for its trails and comprises approximately 750 kilometers of hiking trails along the Alentejo coast to the Algarve , more specifically from Santiago do Cacém to Lagos . You will be accompanied by the ocean between jagged cliffs, and, at times, you’ll be presented with seemingly endless fields of wildflowers. There isn’t a …
Solo women’s trips in Europe
Find a rich store of ideas especially for women traveling on their own in Europe and about countries that are particularly welcoming to solo travelers. Start your list of activities , tours , and cafés that focus on making it easy to meet new people. Learn local crafts and see beloved traditions in action with locals – you’ll never feel lonely in these communities! Learn about Europe’s outstanding female leaders, inventors, and artists, and visit the places where they worked and lived. This …
Discover Flanders' unique coastal tram
Discover all the beauty of the Flemish coast on the world's longest tram line. The coastal tram takes you along 67 kilometers of North Sea highlights, an unforgettable experience. The Flemish coast, a diverse paradise features 67 kilometers of fine sand, sea, dunes, art and culture, food and drink, history, heritage, shopping and more. How do you make the most of all those amazing things? Easy! Take the coastal tram, which runs almost entirely parallel to the North Sea. With poetic …
Exploring Poland by train, bike, or water
Poland delights visitors with exceptionally scenic routes by alternative transport. Ships glide beside green inclines, trains climb mountain valleys, and waterside cycle paths are perfect for peaceful exploration. Water: extraordinary trails of northern Poland In Warmia and Masuria to the northeast lies an exceptional water attraction: the Elbląg Canal. This is where ships, thanks to a historic system of inclined planes, travel across…grass, overcoming elevation differences in water levels by …
Explore Czechia a different way
Traveling by rail in Czechia is simple, sustainable, and packed with unique experiences. You can easily combine trains with hiking and cycling routes, turning every journey into an attraction, thanks to stunning views and memorable encounters along the way. Train travel in Czechia From Prague , you can quickly reach destinations like Mělník in North Bohemia , where castle vineyards produce excellent wines. Even within Prague , trains and reliable public transport make exploring the city …
Three must-see stops by train in Finland
Imagine waking up to a window full of glittering lakes and pine forests, coffee in hand, as the Finnish countryside rolls quietly past. That's what a summer train journey through Finland actually feels like. It's also one of the most relaxing ways to see the country. Finland's national rail network, VR, connects Helsinki to the east, west and north with frequent, comfortable trains year-round. Here are three stops along the way to the north that are absolutely worth slowing down for. Lahti: …
How to slow down in the Netherlands
Compared to places where road trips mean clocking many miles and rushing between highlights, the Dutch have quietly mastered their version of what travelers are now calling “slow travel”: the art of being consciously present in one’s surroundings rather than racing through them. Nowhere does this philosophy feel more natural than in the Netherlands. Start in the cities. Amsterdam-Noord has a raw, unhurried energy that the postcard version of the capital rarely shows. Rotterdam's broad quays …
Finding Cyprus’ hidden railway
Sun-drenched beaches and ancient ruins often define Cyprus, but hidden within its landscape lies a lesser-known story: a railway that once crossed the island from coast to mountains. In the early 20th century, the Cyprus Government Railway connected the eastern port of Famagusta (Ammochostos) with the village of Evrychou, passing through Nicosia (Lefkosia) and the Morphou region. Stretching 122 kilometers, the line offered a unique journey through changing scenery, from shimmering shores to …