Europe by Rail: The Definitive Guide: 16th Edition

Whether you are making a long grand tour or just a short break, Europe by Rail is the perfect guide. The book describes over 50 key routes in detail. Together, they span mainland Europe and—brand new for this 16th edition—now also the British Isles. Each route can be followed in its entirety or used as a building block in a longer itinerary. Beyond the main routes you will find worthwhile excursions well off the beaten track. The routes are organized under the following headings:

• Discover Britain and Ireland
• A taste of France Through France to Spain 
• Iberian Connections 
• The Low Countries and the Rhine 
• Prussia, Bavaria and beyond 
• Central Europe 
• Scandinavian Forays 
• Alpine Adventures 
• Roaming Italy 
• Balkan Journeys 
• Exploring East 

Written by two highly experienced travelers, Europe by Rail contains useful tips about how to plan your journey, what tickets to buy and where to stop off along the way. There are special sections for holders of rail passes, including Interrail and Eurail, as well as information on night trains. The country guide summarizes key information about traveling by train through each of the four dozen countries listed. Apart from being full of good advice and up-to-date information, Europe by Rail is also a great read with plenty to entertain and inform for armchair travelers. 

Nicky Gardner and Susanne Kries are the coeditors of hidden europe magazine.