Scenic Routes

Since there are so many different scenic routes all over the world, especially in the dense rail networks of Europe, we have organised these by theme to help you find the sort of journey you are looking for.

More Mountains
Some of the world's most spectacular scenery can be seen from the train with this selection of mountain railways - from the hill railways of India to the efficent and comprehensive Swiss travel network.

 
More Rivers
The great broad sweep of the Danube bend, the castle-crowned cliffs of the Rhine Gorge or the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire - some of the greatest journeys follow rivers and the scenery they carve out.

More Coasts
When railways run along the coastline, some spectacular scenery can be found, from rocky coves and dramatic cliffs to sandy shores and gently lapping waves.

More Epic Journeys
These journeys defy simple categorisation - the ultimate in long-distance journeys crossing continents and showcasing the variety of scenery to be found in such a distance.