France

Eiffel Tower Sparkle, Rooftop Views, Moulin Rouge Night, and a Practical Metro Strategy Paris rewards travelers who arrive with a plan-especially in winter. On our winter train trip across Europe , we spent a focused 48 hours in Paris, balancing iconic sights with realistic transit decisions, cold weather timing, and evenings that actually felt special. This itinerary is built for: Winter daylight constraints Train-based arrivals First-time and repeat visitors Travelers who w

Christmas Markets, Fairytale Streets, and Why Strasbourg Is Europe's Christmas Capital If you only visit one Christmas market city in Europe , make it Strasbourg . On our winter train trip across Europe , Strasbourg was the most immersive, atmospheric, and effortlessly magical stop of the entire route. In just under two days, the city delivered markets, architecture, food, walkability, and winter charm without ever feeling rushed. This guide shows exactly how to spend 46 hou

Old Port Walks, Monte Cristo History, a Surprisingly Good Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, and Mediterranean Light Marseille is often skipped-or misunderstood. On our winter train trip across Europe , we gave Marseille a single overnight and found a city with grit, light, literature, and one of the most underrated waterfronts in France. This guide shows how to spend 21 efficient winter hours in Marseille , what to prioritize when time is short, and why this city works best when you lean i