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Your journey, at a glance
Amsterdam → Berlin → Prague → Dresden → Heidelberg → Strasbourg → Paris
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Paris
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Arriving in Paris
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— Simon Harper, co-founder of Conductor Sam
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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.
Our own photograph
— Simon Harper, co-founder of Conductor Sam
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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.
Vast hilltop complex with St. Vitus Cathedral and panoramic views over the city
Charles Bridge
Iconic 14th-century stone bridge adorned with baroque statues, connecting Old Town and Lesser Town
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More about Prague
Prague, the 'City of a Hundred Spires,' is one of Europe's most enchanting capitals, renowned for stunning Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau architecture. Praha hlavní nádraží, the city's magnificent Art Nouveau main station, serves as a Central European rail hub with direct connections to Vienna (4 hours), Berlin (4.5 hours), Munich (6 hours), Budapest, Warsaw, and Dresden, making it an ideal base for exploring the region by train.
Magnificently rebuilt baroque church symbolizing reconciliation and Dresden's rebirth
Zwinger & Old Masters Gallery
Baroque palace complex housing Raphael's Sistine Madonna and world-class art
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More about Dresden
Dresden, Saxony's capital, has earned its reputation as 'Florence on the Elbe' through its extraordinary baroque architecture, world-class art collections, and dramatic riverside setting. Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Dresden-Neustadt connect via ICE to Berlin (2h), Leipzig (1h10), Prague (2h10), Frankfurt (4h30), and Munich (4h30). The scenic Elbe Valley line to Prague is one of Germany's most beautiful rail journeys.
Our own photograph
— Simon Harper, co-founder of Conductor Sam
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Strasbourg
France
Strasbourg Cathedral
Magnificent Gothic cathedral with astronomical clock and panoramic platform
Petite France
Picturesque quarter with half-timbered houses, canals, and covered bridges
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More about Strasbourg
Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, uniquely blends French and German cultures on the Rhine border. Gare de Strasbourg, behind a stunning glass canopy, is a TGV hub reaching Paris in 1 hour 46 minutes, with connections to Basel, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, and Luxembourg. The city's position makes it a natural crossroads for French and German rail networks.
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How a rail pass fits this trip
This outline has 7 days with travel or an excursion: day 1, day 2, day 3, day 4, day 5, day 6, day 7. That is a planning count, not a confirmed number of pass days. Optional excursions, uncovered transport and night-train departure times can change it.
A pass travel day can cover several participating trains. Compare the pass plus reservation fees with individual tickets for the dates you actually travel.
When to compare a Global Pass
A multi-country route is a useful starting point for comparing an Interrail or Eurail Global Pass. Check participating operators and your country of residence; Interrail’s home-country use is limited to an outbound and an inbound journey.
When individual tickets can help
Price the shorter hops separately. A cheap ticket can let you save a flexible pass day for a longer journey. Compare Sam’s tickets with Trainline and Omio, including their fees and refund conditions.
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