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Great Railway Journeys in Europe

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Great Railway Journeys in Europe by David Bowden takes readers on an enchanting adventure across the continent, exploring the history and charm of Europe's most iconic train routes. The book captures the scenic beauty and cultural richness of each journey, offering insights into the landscapes and cities encountered along the way. Filled with engaging descriptions and travel tips, it's a perfect guide for those seeking to discover the allure of European railway travel.
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If you have a passion for exploration and scenic landscapes, this book may appeal to you. It offers a captivating journey through Europe's most picturesque railway routes, blending history, culture, and adventure. Ideal for both seasoned travellers and armchair explorers, its narrative promises to evoke wanderlust and appreciation for railway travel.

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Great Railway Journeys in Europe

Great Railway Journeys in Europe features 34 fascinating train journeys, from cross-continental adventures to shorter, nostalgic excursions by steam train. Details cover technical information on the track, descriptions of the scenery the trains pass through, notable facts about the destinations and factual information on ticketing.

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Great Railway Journeys in Europe features 34 fascinating journeys in North-West, Nordic, Central, Southern and South-East Europe, ranging from cross-continental adventures to short, nostalgic excursions by steam train.

There are journeys through stunning scenery, such as the trip on The Rauma Line in Norway; tracks that defy the terrain, such as the routes through the Swiss Alps, and journeys that link famed cities in France, Spain, Austria and Italy.

Photographs illustrate the spectacular routes, remarkable locomotives and unique station architecture. For each journey, details cover technical information on the track, descriptions of the scenery the trains pass through, notable facts about the destinations and factual information on ticketing. Each journey is plotted on a route map.

Whether you are planning a special trip by train or delighting in discovering Europe's best railway journeys from the comfort of your armchair, this book is an informative and entertaining read.

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Great Railway Journeys in Europe by David Bowden offers a captivating exploration of Europe's most scenic and iconic train rides. Reviewers commend the detailed descriptions and vivid imagery, making readers feel as if they are passengers on these journeys. The book is praised for its practical travel tips as well as its blending of history and culture, enhancing the appeal for both armchair travellers and those planning real-life adventures.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913679521

Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Illustration: 150 colour photographs with 35 route maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 160

About the Author

David Bowden is a freelance journalist based in Malaysia, specializing in travel and the environment. While Australian, he's been living in Asia longer than he can remember, but travels extensively. He has a particular enthusiasm for Swiss railways. He is the author of Great Railway Journeys in Australia and New Zealand, and Great Railway Journeys in Asia as well as several titles in the Enchanting series, all published by John Beaufoy Publishing.

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