Germany by train
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Best train trips to Germany
Traversing the Harz Mountains
Nordhausen, Berlin, Wernigerode, Quedlinburg, Cologne, Brocken
Hauled by steam trains, the Harz mountains are home to Germany's largest network of narrow-gauge railways, ascending to the Brocken summit.
Bavarian Alps
Munich, Mittenwald, Zürich, Innsbruck, Cologne
Expect full immersion into Alpine landscapes as you traverse the borders of Germany, Austria and Switzerland, featuring the epic Arlberg Railway.
Through the Moselle Valley
Brussels, Koblenz, Trier, Cologne
Weave through one of Germany's most scenic train line from the Four Towers of Koblenz to the Porta Nigra city gates of historic Trier.
The Black Forest
Titisee, Karlsruhe, Mainz, Cologne, Paris
By way of the scenic Rhine Valley line from Koblenz to Mainz, uncover the Black Forest region, steeped in folklore and shrouded with silver fir and dark pines.
Rhine-hopping
Zürich, Koblenz, Oberwesel, Karlsruhe, Heidelberg, Cologne
Soak up medieval old towns, hilltop castles and organic wineries as you snake along the Rhine Valley, staying in the fortified town of Oberwesel.
Beyond Berlin
Dresden, Berlin, Cologne
Experience the new Nightjet sleeper train to Berlin, before heading onward to Dresden markets and galleries and Cologne for strolls along the Rhine.
How long does it take?
Here’s the minimum time you’ll need for a relaxed round trip starting from London. We do other departure stations, too!
