If you are planning a rail trip through several countries in Europe, it pays to know how each train service works, from booking tickets to chatting and eating once the ride begins. Here are some tips ...

Germany and France have just unveiled a new direct high-speed train between Berlin and Paris, which is said to underscore the strong bond between the two nations and evidence Europe’s ability to lure ...

Discover Germany’s 124-year-old Wuppertal Schwebebahn, the world’s only upside-down train. A must-visit engineering marvel offering surreal views above the city.

This northern Germany steam route gives travelers an easy, scenic path—with plenty of centuries-old towns and forest views ...

Looking to escape? Here are two recent trips local readers took to Germany, Austria, Hungary and Czech Republic. Check them out, then find more reader travel ...