Whether you’re looking for an under-the-radar adventure or a luxurious sleeper train, a journey through snowcapped peaks or a cruise along the coast, there’s something for everyone in this pick of Europe’s most beautiful train routes.
The most beautiful European train routes to travel in 2025 From towering mountains to golden shores, Europe’s diverse landscape is perfect for exploring by rail.
There are seven European routes on the list, while one UK journey has been crowned the most beautiful train ride in Europe.
A ‘rail renaissance’ has seen increasing numbers of holidaymakers swapping planes for trains, driven partly by a desire to travel more sustainably — something that’s now important to 83% of travellers, according to a recent Booking.com report.
Along the way, the train stops at charming countryside stations.
