Europe's rail network is the world's finest. A single Interrail or Eurail pass unlocks 40+ countries, 30,000+ destinations, and some of the world's most scenic train journeys. 2026 is the best year yet — night train routes have expanded dramatically.
Which Pass to Buy
Global Pass: Access to 33 countries. Best for travelers covering 4+ countries.
One Country Pass: Better value for deep exploration of a single country.
2 Country Pass: Smart for popular combos (France + Italy, Germany + Austria).
Classic Routes
The Grand Tour (3 weeks)
London → Paris → Amsterdam → Berlin → Prague → Vienna → Budapest → Ljubljana → Venice → Florence → Rome. Hits Europe's greatest cities in one sweep.
Mediterranean Coast (2 weeks)
Barcelona → Valencia → Marseille → Nice → Genoa → Cinque Terre → Rome. The most beautiful coastline in the world, entirely by train.
Scandinavia & Baltics (2 weeks)
Copenhagen → Stockholm → Oslo → Helsinki → Tallinn → Riga → Vilnius. Clean cities, dramatic nature, and the highest quality of life in the world.
Night Trains
The Nightjet network now connects Vienna, Berlin, Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, and Zürich. Book a couchette for ~€50 extra — you arrive rested and save a night's accommodation.
Practical Tips
Book seat reservations on high speed trains (TGV, ICE, Eurostar) — they're mandatory and sell out. Download the Rail Planner app. Store luggage in station lockers between trains.
Traviopad generates complete European rail itineraries with day by day plans, hotel stops, and local must sees for every city along your route.