{"id":121830,"date":"2023-11-20T09:09:17","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T09:09:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gendermyn.com\/?p=121830"},"modified":"2023-11-20T09:09:17","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T09:09:17","slug":"three-european-places-with-scenic-routes-to-visit-by-sleeper-train-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gendermyn.com\/travel\/three-european-places-with-scenic-routes-to-visit-by-sleeper-train-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Three European places with scenic routes to visit by sleeper train this winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A flight-free travel content creator has highlighted the best train routes, featuring overlooked destinations, to explore this winter.<\/p>\n

Sarah B.M., who goes by the username sarahbmarks on TikTok, shared three unmissable itineraries starting with a Eurostar journey to Amsterdam, which is typically priced between \u00a380 to \u00a3120 when booked a couple of months in advance.<\/p>\n

Following the Eurostar leg, travellers then switch to a sleeper train for more time efficiency.<\/p>\n

The first destination shown in the video was Innsbruck in Austria with the journey featuring stunning views of the mountains.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou can cosy up in your cabin, and enjoy traditional Viennese rolls for breakfast as you pass alongside snow-covered mountains,\u201d Sarah said.<\/p>\n

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@sarahbmarks Best sleeper trains to take in winter \u2744\ufe0f\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd\ufffd Option 1 – London to Amsterdam Eurostar from \u00a382 return + sleeper train from \u00a354 for bed in 4-person couchetee (each way) Option 2 – London to Amsterdam Eurostar from \u00a382 return + Amsterdam to Osnabruck from \u00a319 (each way) + Osnabruck to Hamburg from \u00a38 (each way) + sleeper train from \u20ac69.90 for bed in 4-person couchette (each way) Option 3 – London to Amsterdam from \u00a382 return + sleeper train from \u20ac49 for bed in 4-person couchette (each way) #sleepertrain #wintertravel #traintravel #amsterdam #austria #sweden #switzerland \u266c September (Dreamy Version) – JU$t<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Once in Innsbruck, travellers can explore the charming 12th-century town or take part in seasonal activities like skiing or tobogganing in the surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n

A bunk on the 14-hour train journey costs approximately \u00a370 each way. However, for budget-conscious travellers willing to rest in an upright position, a seat in a six-person cabin can be more affordable at \u00a325.<\/p>\n

In contrast, a round-trip flight from London to Innsbruck ranges between \u00a350 and \u00a370. Adding two additional nights at a budget hotel, compensating for the train travel duration, totals around \u00a340 each night. The sleeper train option ends up approximately \u00a370 more expensive.<\/p>\n

Sarah’s second recommendation involves taking two standard trains from Amsterdam to Hamburg after an overnight stay, priced at just under \u00a330 each way and then taking a sleeper from Hamburg to Stockholm as the next leg of the journey.<\/p>\n

Depending on the booking timing, the sleeper can be as affordable as \u00a350 for a bunk, or there is also a more luxurious cabin with two double beds and an en-suite bathroom.<\/p>\n

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Selecting the most economical options, along with the connecting trains, results in a return flight from London to Stockholm being nearly \u00a3100 cheaper. However, some may find the additional expense worthwhile for the various sightseeing opportunities and reduced emissions along the way.<\/p>\n

Stockholm offers a classic Christmas market from November to December, and even outside of the festive period, visitors can enjoy the charm of the old town and go ice-skating.<\/p>\n

The last and most budget-friendly recommendation once again travels towards Austria, with a stop in Zurich, Switzerland.<\/p>\n

The sleeper train from Amsterdam to Zurich can be as cheap as \u00a345, and scheduling allows for a same-day departure from the Netherlands after arriving from London.<\/p>\n

Activities to enjoy in Zurich include an invigorating icy swim in the lake or a journey aboard one of their remarkable local trains, providing access to the scenic Swiss mountains.<\/p>\n