Posts with Tag: France


Bayonne to Madrid

October 23, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
Train Tip: This journey required a connection in the French-Spanish border town of Irun. But beware the timetable for the 45 minute ride from Bayonne to Irun. It changes with the seasons, so be sure to double-check the departure times. Read more

In Bayonne

October 22, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
I would be visiting the French side of Basque country. In Bayonne I went to the ethnographic museum in the historic city centre. Later a friend took me to Biarritz, the surfing spot in Europe. Read more

Bordeaux to Bayonne

October 21, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
I am on my way with the TGV to visit a friend in Bayonne. The view from the window is surprising. Read more

Nice to Bordeaux

October 20, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
After dinner with a friend in Nice, I board the overnight train to Bordeaux. There are couchettes, but I decide to try a reclinable seat. Read more

Bolzano to Nice

October 20, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
I am on the trains today to meet a friend for dinner in Nice. On my way to the train station, my friends from Tirol talk about the (lack of) cleanliness of Italian trains. Read more

Budapest to Barcelona

August 25, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
Within 24 hours I travel from Budapest via Venice and Milan to Nice. Many people are surprised that I travel these large distances by train, but I dont mind doing it at all. Time passes quickly, looking at the views through the train window and talking to fellow passengers. Read more

Nice to Rome to Salerno, Italy

August 6, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
I have hit the summer rush of travelers. The Nice train station has lines dedicated to Eurail pass travelers. This is the first time that I have seen these station signs for Eurail and InterRail (the similar pass for European travelers). It´s a good place to meet other international travelers. Go here for [...] Read more

Marseille to Nice

July 8, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
My final connection for this trip is in Marseille. If you have a few minutes, step outside the station for some nice views. Read more

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