The Bottom Line
This is a great book for the train buff, armchair train traveler, and especially anyone planning to travel by train in Europe.
Pros
- Beautiful color photos
- Great suggestions for Scenic Journeys
- Covers all of Europe by country
Cons
- Book is heavy to carry around
- Detailed maps are somewhat hard to read
Description
- The first section is an interesting history of train travel in Europe.
- The front cover suggests trips by highlights, luxury, mountain railways, and narrow gauge lines.
- Each country has a map, descriptions of main routes, and a section on museum and heritage lines.
- Sidebars give essential information, star attractions in destination cities, and interesting facts.
- Final section covers rail travel basics, facts and recommended hotels by country, and travel tips.
Guide Review - Great Railway Journeys of Europe
Insight Guides, in collaboration with Discovery Channel, has published a series of unusual travel books combining factual information, practical information, and great photos. Great Railway Journeys of Europe is one of these books. Though it may not be a practical guide to carry around, it is a good resource when planning your trip. I would use this book in conjunction with a large European train map, such as a Eurail map, to make planning easier. Then leave the book at home and take the map, marking the routes I want to cover. It would also make a good gift for anyone who enjoys train travel, even if its just armchair travel!
