Alps2Coast
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'The destination is the journey.'
Slow traveller.
Exploring Europe by rail and road.
Discovering hidden gems and uncrowded destinations across the continent.
Slow traveller.
Exploring Europe by rail and road.
Discovering hidden gems and uncrowded destinations across the continent.
I am so looking forward to the launch of the new direct night train between Amsterdam and Milan.
Milan joins many other cities you can reach from Amsterdam while you sleep!
Here are 14 destinations…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/23/14-european-cities-you-can-visit-from-amsterdam-by-night-train/
Milan joins many other cities you can reach from Amsterdam while you sleep!
Here are 14 destinations…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/23/14-european-cities-you-can-visit-from-amsterdam-by-night-train/
January 23, 2026 at 11:23 AM
I am so looking forward to the launch of the new direct night train between Amsterdam and Milan.
Milan joins many other cities you can reach from Amsterdam while you sleep!
Here are 14 destinations…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/23/14-european-cities-you-can-visit-from-amsterdam-by-night-train/
Milan joins many other cities you can reach from Amsterdam while you sleep!
Here are 14 destinations…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/23/14-european-cities-you-can-visit-from-amsterdam-by-night-train/
Are you based in MIilan or will you travel there?
You can use it as a base to discover Europe but being kind to the planet.
Here are some of the fantastic European cities you can visit from Milan for a short…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/15/14-great-european-city-breaks-from-milan-by-train/
You can use it as a base to discover Europe but being kind to the planet.
Here are some of the fantastic European cities you can visit from Milan for a short…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/15/14-great-european-city-breaks-from-milan-by-train/
January 15, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Are you based in MIilan or will you travel there?
You can use it as a base to discover Europe but being kind to the planet.
Here are some of the fantastic European cities you can visit from Milan for a short…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/15/14-great-european-city-breaks-from-milan-by-train/
You can use it as a base to discover Europe but being kind to the planet.
Here are some of the fantastic European cities you can visit from Milan for a short…
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/15/14-great-european-city-breaks-from-milan-by-train/
Let's start dreaming of summer! Check out my post on one of France's most stunning coastal regions, the Bay of Arcachon.
#france #nouvelleaquitainie #girode #arcachon #oysters #dunedupilat
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/09/my-guide-to-the-most-beautiful-sights-of-arcachon-bay/
#france #nouvelleaquitainie #girode #arcachon #oysters #dunedupilat
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/09/my-guide-to-the-most-beautiful-sights-of-arcachon-bay/
January 9, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Let's start dreaming of summer! Check out my post on one of France's most stunning coastal regions, the Bay of Arcachon.
#france #nouvelleaquitainie #girode #arcachon #oysters #dunedupilat
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/09/my-guide-to-the-most-beautiful-sights-of-arcachon-bay/
#france #nouvelleaquitainie #girode #arcachon #oysters #dunedupilat
https://alps2coast.com/2026/01/09/my-guide-to-the-most-beautiful-sights-of-arcachon-bay/
France coast to coast – A road trip Itinerary between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean – Week 2
When we hear the expression 'coast to coast' we think of the two coasts of the United States. But you can have epic coast-to-coast journeys in Europe too. Last summer, we (and our dog) went on a road…
When we hear the expression 'coast to coast' we think of the two coasts of the United States. But you can have epic coast-to-coast journeys in Europe too. Last summer, we (and our dog) went on a road…
France coast to coast – A road trip Itinerary between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean – Week 2
When we hear the expression 'coast to coast' we think of the two coasts of the United States. But you can have epic coast-to-coast journeys in Europe too. Last summer, we (and our dog) went on a road trip between France's Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts. We discovered an incredible variety of landscapes, many cities and villages steeped in history, and of course amazing food and wine!
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December 21, 2025 at 6:59 PM
France coast to coast – A road trip Itinerary between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean – Week 2
When we hear the expression 'coast to coast' we think of the two coasts of the United States. But you can have epic coast-to-coast journeys in Europe too. Last summer, we (and our dog) went on a road…
When we hear the expression 'coast to coast' we think of the two coasts of the United States. But you can have epic coast-to-coast journeys in Europe too. Last summer, we (and our dog) went on a road…
The first part of my two weeks French coast to coast itinerary is live now.
Check out my post.
#francetravel #atlanticfrance #midifrance #dordogne #toulouse #arcahon…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/12/16/france-coast-to-coast-a-road-trip-itinerary-between-the-atlantic-and-the-mediterranean-week-1/
Check out my post.
#francetravel #atlanticfrance #midifrance #dordogne #toulouse #arcahon…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/12/16/france-coast-to-coast-a-road-trip-itinerary-between-the-atlantic-and-the-mediterranean-week-1/
December 16, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The first part of my two weeks French coast to coast itinerary is live now.
Check out my post.
#francetravel #atlanticfrance #midifrance #dordogne #toulouse #arcahon…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/12/16/france-coast-to-coast-a-road-trip-itinerary-between-the-atlantic-and-the-mediterranean-week-1/
Check out my post.
#francetravel #atlanticfrance #midifrance #dordogne #toulouse #arcahon…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/12/16/france-coast-to-coast-a-road-trip-itinerary-between-the-atlantic-and-the-mediterranean-week-1/
In the Gulf of Biscay, in the French Atlantic, lies an island unlike any other! Here is my guide to stunning Ile de Re', France's answer to Ibiza.
#iledere #larochelle #atlanticbeaches #france #uniquedestinations
https://alps2coast.com/2025/11/13/my-ultimate-ile-de-re-travel-guide/
#iledere #larochelle #atlanticbeaches #france #uniquedestinations
https://alps2coast.com/2025/11/13/my-ultimate-ile-de-re-travel-guide/
November 13, 2025 at 8:14 PM
In the Gulf of Biscay, in the French Atlantic, lies an island unlike any other! Here is my guide to stunning Ile de Re', France's answer to Ibiza.
#iledere #larochelle #atlanticbeaches #france #uniquedestinations
https://alps2coast.com/2025/11/13/my-ultimate-ile-de-re-travel-guide/
#iledere #larochelle #atlanticbeaches #france #uniquedestinations
https://alps2coast.com/2025/11/13/my-ultimate-ile-de-re-travel-guide/
Are you looking for a quintessential English medieval gem, without the crowds of Oxford and Cambridge? Winchester is only one hour by train from London. Book your ticket!
#winchester #medievalengland…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/31/a-guide-to-winchester-englands-anglo-saxon-capital/
#winchester #medievalengland…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/31/a-guide-to-winchester-englands-anglo-saxon-capital/
October 31, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Are you looking for a quintessential English medieval gem, without the crowds of Oxford and Cambridge? Winchester is only one hour by train from London. Book your ticket!
#winchester #medievalengland…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/31/a-guide-to-winchester-englands-anglo-saxon-capital/
#winchester #medievalengland…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/31/a-guide-to-winchester-englands-anglo-saxon-capital/
The magic of La Ville Rose. My report from Toulouse, France's beautiful Pink City, is now live.
#toulouse #lonelyplanet #france="/hashtag/francetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#francetravel #sncf #citybreak #france
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/24/what-to-see-in-toulouse-frances-pink-city/
#toulouse #lonelyplanet #france="/hashtag/francetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#francetravel #sncf #citybreak #france
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/24/what-to-see-in-toulouse-frances-pink-city/
October 24, 2025 at 7:41 AM
The magic of La Ville Rose. My report from Toulouse, France's beautiful Pink City, is now live.
#toulouse #lonelyplanet #france="/hashtag/francetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#francetravel #sncf #citybreak #france
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/24/what-to-see-in-toulouse-frances-pink-city/
#toulouse #lonelyplanet #france="/hashtag/francetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#francetravel #sncf #citybreak #france
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/24/what-to-see-in-toulouse-frances-pink-city/
My 4-day tour of Dordogne was one of the highlights of my summer. I hope to go back for more soon.
To read all about this wonderful part of France, check out my latest blig post.
#dordogne #francetravel…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/17/a-4-day-tour-of-dordogne-frances-medieval-wonderland/
To read all about this wonderful part of France, check out my latest blig post.
#dordogne #francetravel…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/17/a-4-day-tour-of-dordogne-frances-medieval-wonderland/
October 17, 2025 at 9:08 AM
My 4-day tour of Dordogne was one of the highlights of my summer. I hope to go back for more soon.
To read all about this wonderful part of France, check out my latest blig post.
#dordogne #francetravel…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/17/a-4-day-tour-of-dordogne-frances-medieval-wonderland/
To read all about this wonderful part of France, check out my latest blig post.
#dordogne #francetravel…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/10/17/a-4-day-tour-of-dordogne-frances-medieval-wonderland/
10 of my destinations guides are now available on GPSmyCity!
If you access my articles on their platform, you can turn them into self-guided city tours, and use them offline when you visit! :)
Grab my Parma,…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/08/17/my-destination-guides-now-available-through-gpsmycity/
If you access my articles on their platform, you can turn them into self-guided city tours, and use them offline when you visit! :)
Grab my Parma,…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/08/17/my-destination-guides-now-available-through-gpsmycity/
August 17, 2025 at 8:43 AM
10 of my destinations guides are now available on GPSmyCity!
If you access my articles on their platform, you can turn them into self-guided city tours, and use them offline when you visit! :)
Grab my Parma,…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/08/17/my-destination-guides-now-available-through-gpsmycity/
If you access my articles on their platform, you can turn them into self-guided city tours, and use them offline when you visit! :)
Grab my Parma,…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/08/17/my-destination-guides-now-available-through-gpsmycity/
Have you heard of Narbonne? The Romans did. It was their first colony outside Italy. Here's my guide to the pearl of France's Midi. #narbonne #france #midi #romanhistory #roadtrip #summer
Alternative Midi: What to see in Narbonne
Why Visit Narbonne Travellers to the South of France tend to be drawn to the Cote d'Azur and the inland charms of Provence, but I find the corner of Mediterranean France nearer Spain just as interesting. the view from Narbonne's cathedral gardens Narbonne is one of its pearls. With a history stretching 2,000 years, there are plenty of attractions for history buffs.
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July 15, 2025 at 12:12 PM
SNCF has just opened bookings for autumn, which means it is the perfect time to go to France!
Looking for great destinations to reach by train this autumn? Check my latest post.
#francetravel #autumntravel #sncf
https://alps2coast.com/2025/05/10/best-places-to-visit-in-france-in-autumn/
Looking for great destinations to reach by train this autumn? Check my latest post.
#francetravel #autumntravel #sncf
https://alps2coast.com/2025/05/10/best-places-to-visit-in-france-in-autumn/
May 10, 2025 at 9:34 AM
SNCF has just opened bookings for autumn, which means it is the perfect time to go to France!
Looking for great destinations to reach by train this autumn? Check my latest post.
#francetravel #autumntravel #sncf
https://alps2coast.com/2025/05/10/best-places-to-visit-in-france-in-autumn/
Looking for great destinations to reach by train this autumn? Check my latest post.
#francetravel #autumntravel #sncf
https://alps2coast.com/2025/05/10/best-places-to-visit-in-france-in-autumn/
Rest in peace Pope Francis. You lived for peace. You have earned it.
April 21, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Rest in peace Pope Francis. You lived for peace. You have earned it.
Dreaming of a lakeside escape? Lake Maggiore is a great alternative to Lake Como. Straddling Italy and Switzerland, it is one of Europe's most magnificent lakes.
#lakemaggiore #italianlakes…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/04/05/discover-maggiore-a-stunning-lake-between-italy-and-switzerland/
#lakemaggiore #italianlakes…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/04/05/discover-maggiore-a-stunning-lake-between-italy-and-switzerland/
April 5, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Dreaming of a lakeside escape? Lake Maggiore is a great alternative to Lake Como. Straddling Italy and Switzerland, it is one of Europe's most magnificent lakes.
#lakemaggiore #italianlakes…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/04/05/discover-maggiore-a-stunning-lake-between-italy-and-switzerland/
#lakemaggiore #italianlakes…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/04/05/discover-maggiore-a-stunning-lake-between-italy-and-switzerland/
Want a European destination that packs the cultural sights of a European capital in the space of a smallish Italian city?
Parma is one of Italy's hidden gems.
#italyf="/hashtag/italytravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#italytravel #parma #italy #italianfood…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/14/discover-parma-a-travel-guide-to-one-of-italys-hidden-gems/
Parma is one of Italy's hidden gems.
#italyf="/hashtag/italytravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#italytravel #parma #italy #italianfood…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/14/discover-parma-a-travel-guide-to-one-of-italys-hidden-gems/
March 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Want a European destination that packs the cultural sights of a European capital in the space of a smallish Italian city?
Parma is one of Italy's hidden gems.
#italyf="/hashtag/italytravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#italytravel #parma #italy #italianfood…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/14/discover-parma-a-travel-guide-to-one-of-italys-hidden-gems/
Parma is one of Italy's hidden gems.
#italyf="/hashtag/italytravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#italytravel #parma #italy #italianfood…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/14/discover-parma-a-travel-guide-to-one-of-italys-hidden-gems/
Want to explore England beyond its capital city? From Brighton to Brussels, my latest post showcases 12 fabulous destinations under two hours by train from London, perfect for a day trip.
#england #hiddengems #daytrip #train…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/01/12-great-day-trips-around-london/
#england #hiddengems #daytrip #train…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/01/12-great-day-trips-around-london/
March 1, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Want to explore England beyond its capital city? From Brighton to Brussels, my latest post showcases 12 fabulous destinations under two hours by train from London, perfect for a day trip.
#england #hiddengems #daytrip #train…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/01/12-great-day-trips-around-london/
#england #hiddengems #daytrip #train…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/03/01/12-great-day-trips-around-london/
Are you travelling to Frankfurt or based there? Are you looking for beautiful destinations to discover not far from you? Here are 12 wonderful destinations you can visit by train on a day trip. #germanytravel #daytrip…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/19/12-great-day-trips-by-train-from-frankfurt/
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/19/12-great-day-trips-by-train-from-frankfurt/
February 19, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Are you travelling to Frankfurt or based there? Are you looking for beautiful destinations to discover not far from you? Here are 12 wonderful destinations you can visit by train on a day trip. #germanytravel #daytrip…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/19/12-great-day-trips-by-train-from-frankfurt/
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/19/12-great-day-trips-by-train-from-frankfurt/
Are you dreaming of blue skies, white-washed towns, incredible history and a stunning coastline? Puglia may be your next destination.
You don't even need a car to explore. I visited by train and loved the…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/15/exploring-puglia-by-train-a-unique-travel-experience/
You don't even need a car to explore. I visited by train and loved the…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/15/exploring-puglia-by-train-a-unique-travel-experience/
February 15, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Are you dreaming of blue skies, white-washed towns, incredible history and a stunning coastline? Puglia may be your next destination.
You don't even need a car to explore. I visited by train and loved the…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/15/exploring-puglia-by-train-a-unique-travel-experience/
You don't even need a car to explore. I visited by train and loved the…
https://alps2coast.com/2025/02/15/exploring-puglia-by-train-a-unique-travel-experience/
Within 1-2 hours by train from Milan you will find wonderful Italian destinations: gorgeous lakes, historic cities, and even the glittering waters of the Ligurian and Adriatic seas. Intrigued? Check my post.
#daytrip #milano #traintravel #modena #parma #garda #como #maggiore #bergamo #genova #rimini
#daytrip #milano #traintravel #modena #parma #garda #como #maggiore #bergamo #genova #rimini
12 easy day trips from Milan by train
Milan can be a great base for day trips to some incredible Italian destinations. Within 1-2 hours by train by train from Milan you will find gorgeous lakes, historic cities, and even the glittering waters of the Ligurian and Adriatic seas. Intrigued? Keep reading.
alps2coast.com
February 8, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Inside Europe’s tidal wonder: discovering Mont Saint Michel
Mont Saint-Michel, a stunning island fortress, has a rich history dating back to the 8th-century. Known for its unique tides and breath taking architecture, it is one of the most loved and visited sites in France. With careful planning,…
Mont Saint-Michel, a stunning island fortress, has a rich history dating back to the 8th-century. Known for its unique tides and breath taking architecture, it is one of the most loved and visited sites in France. With careful planning,…
Inside Europe’s tidal wonder: discovering Mont Saint Michel
Mont Saint-Michel, a stunning island fortress, has a rich history dating back to the 8th-century. Known for its unique tides and breath taking architecture, it is one of the most loved and visited sites in France. With careful planning, visitors can appreciate its incredible architectural and natural beauty, avoiding peak crowds.
alps2coast.com
February 1, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Inside Europe’s tidal wonder: discovering Mont Saint Michel
Mont Saint-Michel, a stunning island fortress, has a rich history dating back to the 8th-century. Known for its unique tides and breath taking architecture, it is one of the most loved and visited sites in France. With careful planning,…
Mont Saint-Michel, a stunning island fortress, has a rich history dating back to the 8th-century. Known for its unique tides and breath taking architecture, it is one of the most loved and visited sites in France. With careful planning,…
Are you in Paris for a few days? Make the most of France's efficient high speed rail network and explore another stunning destination in France.. Here are 10 great day trip destinations you can reach from Paris by train.
#travel #france #daytrip
#travel #france #daytrip
Explore France: 10 great day trips from Paris by train
If you're travelling to Paris for an extended stay, consider day trips to nearby destinations. France's efficient TGV train network offers access to captivating destinations like Auxerre, Rouen, Chenonceaux, Amboise, Lyon, Reims, Chartres, Metz, Troyes, and Dijon, all within 1 to 2 hours from Paris for a richer experience.
alps2coast.com
January 25, 2025 at 9:44 AM
The high speed service between Paris and Milan resumes in April!
www.timeout.com/news/after-a...
Time for some exciting travel plans!
#frecciarossa #Paris #Milan #europebytrain
www.timeout.com/news/after-a...
Time for some exciting travel plans!
#frecciarossa #Paris #Milan #europebytrain
Two of Europe’s most exciting cities will finally be connected by direct train
After a two-year wait, it’s launching on April 1
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January 23, 2025 at 9:47 PM
The high speed service between Paris and Milan resumes in April!
www.timeout.com/news/after-a...
Time for some exciting travel plans!
#frecciarossa #Paris #Milan #europebytrain
www.timeout.com/news/after-a...
Time for some exciting travel plans!
#frecciarossa #Paris #Milan #europebytrain
The Jubilee is a great time to visit Italy's most beautiful churches. Worried about the crowds in Rome, Florence and Venice? Here are 12 incredible medieval cathedrals and basilicas you can visit in other cities. #medieval #cathedrals #jubilee2025 #italy
Discover Italy’s 12 most interesting medieval cathedrals
2025 is a Jubilee year for the Catholic Church. Rome will be at its busiest. So will be Florence and Venice. If you want to experience the mysticism and beauty of Italy's great medieval cathedrals, here are 12 great alternatives, from Milan to Sicily .
alps2coast.com
January 18, 2025 at 9:20 AM
The Jubilee is a great time to visit Italy's most beautiful churches. Worried about the crowds in Rome, Florence and Venice? Here are 12 incredible medieval cathedrals and basilicas you can visit in other cities. #medieval #cathedrals #jubilee2025 #italy
Based in Luxembourg? Instead of flying, catch a train and discover some of Europe's most beautiful destinations. From the Atlantic Coast of France to the wonders of Munich, there is so much to discover!
More in my latest post. #traintravel #europebytrain
More in my latest post. #traintravel #europebytrain
Explore Europe: 20 Train Trips for a great short break from Luxembourg
Based in Luxembourg? Want a weekend getaway? By train, in under 6 hours, you can explore awesome destinations like Amsterdam, Bordeaux, and the beaches of Normandy and Brittany.
alps2coast.com
January 13, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Based in Luxembourg? Instead of flying, catch a train and discover some of Europe's most beautiful destinations. From the Atlantic Coast of France to the wonders of Munich, there is so much to discover!
More in my latest post. #traintravel #europebytrain
More in my latest post. #traintravel #europebytrain
Want to explore the real Italy instead of rubbing shoulders with millions of other tourists? My latest post can help. From cradles of the Renaissance to Roman gems, here are 12 Beautiful Italian cities where locals definitely outnumber visitors.
12 beautiful Italian cities without the crowds
Want to explore Italian cities beyond Rome, Florence, and Venice? In this article I feature twelve cities, including Bologna, Genoa, and Naples, each offering rich history, unique architecture, and vibrant food scenes. Locals still outnumber visitors in these locations. If you are looking for authentic Italy, with all the usual charm and great cultural heritage, but without the crowds, keep reading.
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December 24, 2024 at 8:47 AM
Want to explore the real Italy instead of rubbing shoulders with millions of other tourists? My latest post can help. From cradles of the Renaissance to Roman gems, here are 12 Beautiful Italian cities where locals definitely outnumber visitors.