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Heidelberg

Germany

Berlin

Germany

• Brandenburg Gate

  Iconic neoclassical monument and symbol of German reunification

• Museum Island

  UNESCO World Heritage site with five world-class museums including the Pergamon Museum

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More about Berlin

Berlin, Germany's capital, is a city shaped by history and reinvention. Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Europe's largest crossing station, opened in 2006 and serves as a major hub for ICE high-speed trains connecting to Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne, and beyond, as well as international services to Prague, Warsaw, Amsterdam, and Vienna. The station's dramatic glass-and-steel architecture sets the tone for a city that constantly reimagines itself.

Copenhagen

Denmark

• Nyhavn

  Colourful 17th-century waterfront with historic houses, outdoor cafés, and canal boat tours

• Tivoli Gardens

  Enchanting 1843 amusement park and gardens in the city centre with rides, concerts, and dining

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More about Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark's vibrant capital, combines Scandinavian design excellence with a progressive, bicycle-friendly culture. København H (Copenhagen Central Station), a grand 19th-century station, serves as the main rail hub with direct connections to Malmö and Sweden via the Øresund Bridge, services to Hamburg and Berlin, and domestic trains across Denmark.

Oslo

Norway

• Oslo Opera House

  Striking angular building where visitors walk on the marble-clad roof for fjord views

• Munch Museum

  Spectacular new museum housing Edvard Munch's works including The Scream

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More about Oslo

Oslo, Norway's capital, sits at the head of the Oslofjord, surrounded by forested hills and waterways. Oslo Sentralstasjon (Oslo S) is the main rail hub, with trains to Bergen (scenic 7-hour journey on the Bergen Line), Trondheim, Stavanger, and connections to Stockholm and Copenhagen. The spectacular Flåm Railway day trip is also accessible from here.

Trondheim

Norway

Stockholm

Sweden

• Gamla Stan

  Medieval old town with cobblestone streets, Royal Palace, and colourful merchant houses

• Vasa Museum

  Remarkably preserved 17th-century warship, Sweden's most visited museum

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More about Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden's stunning capital, is spread across 14 islands where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea. Stockholm Central Station is the main rail hub, with SJ high-speed trains to Gothenburg (3 hours), Malmö (4.5 hours), and direct connections to Oslo and Copenhagen. The scenic overnight train to northern Sweden and the Kiruna Arctic region departs from here too.

Gothenburg

Sweden

• Southern Archipelago

  Car-free islands with swimming, seafood, and coastal scenery reached by city ferries

• Haga District

  Charming 19th-century wooden houses with cafés famous for giant cinnamon buns

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More about Gothenburg

Gothenburg (Göteborg), Sweden's second city, is a friendly, maritime city on the west coast at the mouth of the Göta älv river. Göteborg Centralstation connects to Stockholm (3h by X2000 high-speed train), Malmö (2h40), Copenhagen (3h30 via the Öresund Bridge), and Oslo (3h45). The scenic Bohuslän coast line runs north toward Norway.

Hamburg

Germany

• Elbphilharmonie

  Stunning concert hall with world-class acoustics and a free public viewing platform

• Speicherstadt

  UNESCO-listed red-brick warehouse district, the world's largest contiguous warehouse complex

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More about Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany's gateway to the sea, is a maritime metropolis where the Elbe and Alster rivers meet. Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is one of Europe's busiest stations, with ICE services to Berlin (1.75 hours), Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne, and connections to Copenhagen and Scandinavian cities. Hamburg-Altona station also serves as a terminus for north-south routes.

Amsterdam

Netherlands

• Rijksmuseum

  Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including Rembrandt's Night Watch

• Van Gogh Museum

  World's largest collection of Van Gogh's works

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More about Amsterdam

Amsterdam, the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, welcomes rail travelers at its stunning Centraal Station—a grand 19th-century architectural masterpiece that serves as the city's gateway. From here, the entire compact city center unfolds within walking distance or a short tram ride. The iconic canal ring (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), world-class museums, and charming neighborhoods are all easily accessible without a car, making Amsterdam one of Europe's most rewarding destinations for train travelers.