Blog posts to help you plan the perfect Interrail trip.
Embarking on an Interrail adventure across Europe offers an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse cultures and witness unique traditions. As you plan your Interrail trip itinerary, consider incorporating national holidays into your travel schedule. These special occasions allow you to experience the vibrant spirit of each country and participate in festivities that showcase…
When you think of interrailing, you might initially think of going to the stereotypical travel destinations such as Rome, Paris or Berlin. But there are so many hidden gems to visit that are extraordinary in their own way. Plus, because they aren’t typical tourist destinations, they tend to be less busy and less expensive to…
The nature of interrailing means that both the first and last thing that you see when you are leaving a town or city is the train station. Often, architects bear this in mind when they are designing and building the stations, as this helps to put the city’s prowess on show from people’s first arrival,…
With the arrival of warm weather and some sunshine, there’s often only one thing on people’s minds: music, freedom and having fun with some friends. Luckily, a summer music festival is where you can find all three put together, alongside the opportunity to discover some fantastic new artists and genres. We’ve created an interrailing route…
Interrailing has rapidly become a fun and exciting way to travel around Europe. No matter what the final destination, there’s so much incredible scenery to experience along the way. Whether you’re a foodie and want to indulge in mouth-watering delicacies in Italy, or you want to explore the magical folklore of the Black Forest in…
The capital of Bavaria, Munich is popular for its historic buildings, numerous museums, traditional beer, and warming food. From the bustling Altstadt to its central Marienplatz Square, there’s something for everyone in this extraordinary German city. So if you’re planning on interrailing around Munich, you’re in for a treat. But what are the top attractions…
Europe is home to a vast array of different tourist attractions. But when you’re interrailing on a budget, it might feel difficult to find attractions that fit within your price range. With many steep admission costs, it may feel as though exploring these cities or towns to the full isn’t within easy reach. However, luckily…
If you’re planning on interrailing, you might be unsure as to where to start or finish your trip. An important decision to make, it can often be difficult to choose the perfect route. There are so many factors that you’ll want to consider when planning your route – from deciding on which countries you want…
You can go through decades wondering where your life is taking you, and then one day, it can dawn on you. The thing that’s been missing from your existence is a cheese-fuelled train journey across Europe, sampling the most celebrated cheeses the continent has to offer. Okay, that might be a little over the top,…
Interrailing around Europe is one of the biggest adventures you can take, but it only works well if you have any idea where to go and how to map the best route. Europe is a big place to see, which means you need to be specific about what you want to see on your way…
When people go on holiday, they usually think about getting to their destination as quickly as possible, hence why they choose to fly by plane. However, what people often forget is that budget airlines are not only stuffy and come with long queues, but they’re also not the most enjoyable experiences. Being cramped on a…
Travelling as a vegan often means having to think about the food options available in the destinations you want to head to. So, if you’re thinking of buying an Interrail pass and you want to explore Europe, you’ll probably want to think about which of the continent’s many beautiful cities are most vegan-friendly. There are…
Europe has a lot to offer to film lovers, and regardless of the period you plan to take your Interrail adventure, you’ll likely stumble on some of them. They range in popularity, specific genres they showcase, and many other factors, but what makes them all the same is the magic atmosphere that surrounds them. Here…
Germany is a big country, brimming with history, culture and nature. You can Interrail from its big metropolitan centres, to the Alps in Bavaria, passing through some wonderful landscapes on the train. Don’t know where to go interrailing in Germany other than its lively capital? Here’s where we recommend. Berlin No list of top places…
The romance of train journeys is something that has never been lost, largely because they offer what flying just can’t. With railways built in some of Europe’s most inaccessible places, they give an unparalleled opportunity to glimpse a world you can’t appreciate from 36,000ft. Crossing glaciers, winding through mountain passes, skirting fjords, lakes and waterfalls,…
To anyone out there thinking about going interrailing at some point, my advice is stop thinking and go and do it. Interrailing was by far the best experience I have ever had and the best summer I have ever had. In my experience there are two main ways you can Interrail, they are the plan…
One of the best things about travelling is learning about different cultures and food is a huge part of that. Every country in Europe has its own unique cuisine, so you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding new dishes to try, whether you’re strolling the streets of London or sitting by the…
People love making videos of their Interrail trips, and we love watching those videos! There are lots out there and some of them are truly amazing, so we thought we’d share some of our favourites. We’ve also created trip templates for the routes in each video, so if you are particularly inspired by one of…
Christmas season is already upon us! If you’re interrailing this winter (winterrailing…) then you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding Christmas markets to sink some mulled wine, pick up some Bratwurst and buy all sorts of edible treats. Europe boasts some of the best festive markets in the world, thanks largely to…
Tim Eustace is re-telling his summer interrail adventure from Oslo to Venice. This is the second blog of a four part series. The first nine days have already been incredible. Next on the agenda are: Berlin, Prague and Bratislava. Time seems to be racing already and I am becoming ever grateful knowing that the travel…
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