Train Trips

Best Interrail Route for Active Families: Hikes, Bikes, and Island Escapes by Train
ByBea Searle May 22, 2025June 2, 2025

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Paris with Kids: Where to Stay, Eat and Sightsee on a One Night Eurostar Stopover
ByBea Searle May 20, 2025September 16, 2025

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Is Interrail Worth it for Outdoor Family Travel?
ByBea Searle May 7, 2025June 2, 2025

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The Eurostar Ski Train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice from London: 2025 Review
ByBea Searle February 27, 2025September 16, 2025

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Vienna to Croatia by Train: A Fantastic Sleeper Train Experience in Europe
ByBea Searle February 2, 2025June 2, 2025

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10 Reasons (and a Complete Guide) to Choosing Train Travel to the Alps
ByBea Searle January 28, 2025May 21, 2025

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Hi! I’m Bea, and I’ve worked in the travel and outdoor industry since 2006. Through this blog, I share everything I’ve learnt about planning active, independent family adventures across Europe. I particularly love hut to hut hikes and multi-day cycling tours; all tried and tested with my own kids! I cover all the practical details too: from choosing the right route to finding great places to stay, and I love using Europe’s brilliant train network to make the journey part of the adventure.
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Disclaimer

I'm not a mountain guide, just a passionate hiker and cyclist. I want you to use the information I provide here, but please, always double-check your plans. Trails can change and snow can stick around even in the height of summer. Take ownership of your adventure. Do your homework, plan your routes carefully, double check the weather forecast, and never head out unprepared. Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear, pack essentials like maps, navigation apps, food, water, cash, a phone and a battery pack. The mountains can be unpredictable!