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.
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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

