This one’s for the rail travel lovers, as Scott is joined by Nicky Gardner, lead author of Europe by Rail: The Definitive Guide, to talk about her book, favorite train routes, the advantages of slowing down to savor Europe, and the mystique of Eurail (Interrail) passes. Plus much more.
All the great places and the main topics that came up on the show:
Europe by Rail – official site for the book and details on where to buy it
Europe by Rail on Instagram – great inspiration
Railplanner app – official app from Eurail (Interrail), it’s great for planning rail trips and checking on train schedules (even if you aren’t using a Eurail pass at the moment).
Basilica of Esztergom – stunning sight, visible from the train as you cross from Slovakia to Hungary
Melk Abbey – stunning baroque abbey high above the Danube in Austria visible from many trains
Settle-Carlisle Railway – one of Britain’s most scenic journeys, near Leeds and York
The Station Inn at Ribblehead – pub near the Ribblehead Viaduct off the Settle-Carlisle rail line
Dent Station – highest mainline railway station in England, you can even stay there!
Amalienbad swimming pool – hidden gem Art Deco swimming pool in Vienna
St. Peter Church in Zurich – nice place to while away some time between trains
The Hanseatic League – cool history and cute cities & towns
Lubeck – cool city in German, the so-called “Queen of the Hanseatic League” and a shooting location for the original 1922 Nosferatu film.
Alp Grüm Station – rail station with hotel on the famous Bernina Express line with featuring breathtaking views.
Boxhill and Westhumble Station – cute station just outside London
Chillworth Station – another quaint station in England
Southease and Rodmell Halt – another appealing station in southern England
Bernina Express – remember, you don’t HAVE to take the fancy version of this world famous scenic Swiss railway
Glacier Express – the same as above goes for this line.
Rhine River Rail Line – take the scenic route, you’ll be glad you did!
Bacharach – cute as a button small town on the Rhine River
Auberge de la Gare – one of a kind hotel surrounded by vineyards overlooking Lake Geneva
World Conservatory of Chasselas – discover the worderful world of Swiss wine
Excellent article about Eurail (Interrail) by Ian Lacey – Ian is studying Interrail (Eurail) and its impact on culture and the lives of those who took the trips. His website is home to more Interrail content.
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