This Great Railway Journeys of Europe guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. In this Great Railway Journeys of Europe travel guidebook, you will find: Top Attractions and Editors' Choice – must-visit highlights including Settle–Carlisle, Seville–Madrid, Geneva–Milan, The Royal Scotsman, The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, El Transcantábrico, Shrewsbury–Swansea, Clermont Ferrand–Nîmes, Trier–Koblenz–Giessen, Sweden's Inlandsbanan, Corsica, Mallorca, Sardinia, Le Train Jaune, The Glacier Express, The Harz Mountains, showcasing the best of what Great Railway Journeys of Europe has to offer In-depth coverage of attractions – detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location When to go to Great Railway Journeys of Europe – guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals Practical travel information – essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping Insider recommendation – top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots Engaging essays thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding High-quality maps – detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text Striking pictures – inspirational photography on every page Colour-coded chapters – each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation Coverage includes: Great Britain and Ireland, France, Spain and Portugal, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, Scandinavia