Say goodbye to the stress of cabin luggage, airport lines, or flight delays ✈️
The train is the new star of eco-friendly, practical, and fun travel.
From France, you can reach amusement parks, European capitals, or even fall asleep in Paris and wake up in Berlin.
🎟️ So, ready to board?
🎢 Amusement parks accessible by train (no car, no stress)
| Park | Departure City | Travel Time | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disneyland Paris | Paris | 45 min (RER A or TGV) | 🏰 Dedicated shuttle |
| Nigloland | Paris > Troyes | 1h30 + shuttle | 🎡 Family & nature |
| Le PAL | Paris > Moulins | 2h30 + shuttle €2 | 🦁 Zoo + rides |
| Puy du Fou | Paris > Angers | 1h30 + shuttle €17 | ⚔️ Historical show |
| Walibi Rhône-Alpes | Lyon | 1h30 | 🎢 Shuttle from Part-Dieu |
| Vulcania | Clermont-Ferrand | 45 min by bus (free on weekends) | 🌋 Volcanoes & science |
| Futuroscope | Paris > Poitiers | 1h30 by TGV | 🌌 Futuristic immersion |
💡 Tip: some train stations are right next to the parks! Zero transfers, zero hassle.
🏙️ Head to Europe without flying ✈️
The train takes you directly to the heart of major capitals. And sometimes… in less than 2 hours!
| Route | Duration | Train | Things to do on site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris – London | 2h | Eurostar | 🛍️ British Museum, tea time |
| Paris – Amsterdam | 3h30 | Thalys | 🚲 Canals, museums |
| Paris – Brussels | 1h30 | Thalys / Intercités | 🧇 Fries + comics |
| Paris – Berlin (overnight) | 12h | Nightjet TGV | 🎧 Techno, history |
| Paris – Luxembourg | 2h15 | Intercités | 🏰 Hiking and tranquility |
🌍 No internal flights, no customs, just comfort and a passing landscape.
🌙 The return of the night train: adventure begins at twilight
Sleeping on a train, isn’t that dreamy? It’s also zero hotel nights to pay, a gentle awakening, and a minimal carbon footprint.
🛌 Paris > Vienna by night train
- 15h of travel
- Departure Friday/Monday evening
- Awakening in Austria 🎻✨
- From €49 with Intercités de Nuit
🎟️ Book on: Rail Europe or SNCF Connect
🧳 Tips for smart traveling
- 🔍 Compare on Trainline, Rail Europe, or Kombo
- 🕰️ Book early: cheap tickets often available 3 months in advance
- 💼 Free luggage = advantage of the train
- 🌱 Choose the eco-friendly option: lower emissions than a short-haul flight
- 🎫 Use your Young/Senior/Family Advantage card to collect discounts
❓ Quick FAQ
Are all these trains direct?
Yes! You can set down your suitcase and relax until you arrive 😌
Can you take a bicycle?
Yes, in many trains (TGV, Intercités, TER), with reservation.
Are the night trains comfortable?
Absolutely. Sleeping compartments, dimmed lights, USB charging… everything is designed for a real night.
And what about the budget?
With Ouigo or night Intercités, you can get by for less than €30. Also consider interrail passes if you want to hop between destinations.
🧭 In summary: train travel = comfort + ecology + fun
| Advantage | Why it’s great |
|---|---|
| 🌱 Ecological | Up to 90% less emissions than flying |
| 🧘♀️ Comfortable | No check-in or waiting |
| 🎒 Flexible | Included luggage, modifiable tickets |
| 📍 Central | Stations in the city center |
🚄 Ready to discover Europe and France in a different way?
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