Book your French train tickets for travel through 8 January 2025

France in winter offers a certain je ne sais quoi that makes it a dream destination during the colder months. Whether you’re drawn to Christmas markets and holiday charm in cities like Strasbourg, Colmar and Paris, or seeking a coastal escape to unwind by the sea in places like Nice, Marseille or La Rochelle, now is the time to get your French winter travel in order. No matter where you are headed, the scenic landscapes you’ll pass through along the way will add an extra touch of seasonal cheer to your journey.

• Paris to Lyon: Fill your plate up with local delicacies including dumplings, pâté, praline tart and colourful marzipan in the gastronomy capital of France.
• Paris to Marseille: Why bundle up when you can soak up the Mediterraean sun? Trade in the chill of Paris for Marseille, the land of mind-blowing calanques and 300 days of sunshine a year.
• Lyon to Nice: Swap bistros for beaches in a matter of a few hours. One of the highlights of this journey is the view of this lush region right from your seat aboard one of France’s high speed trains.
• Bordeaux to Toulouse: Go from a taste of a Bordeaux red to gazing upon the iconic Pink City of southwest France in just over 2 hours.
• Paris to Bordeaux: Have a “grape” time amongst the rolling hills and evergreen vineyards of Bordeaux, France’s famed wine region. If you choose to go by high speed rail, you can make this a day trip from the country’s capital city.

Whatever the final destination, booking is now available, so go secure your spot on board for travel through 8 January 2024.

Book Eurostar tickets for travel through 28 March 2025

For those looking to explore beyond France, Eurostar offers direct, high-speed routes to some of the most popular tourist stops in all of Western Europe. All of these Eurostar routes, including Eurostar Snow, are now available for travel through 28 March 2025. Need some travel inspiration? Here are some of Eurostar highlights:

• London to Paris: Go from tea and crumpets to café culture in just over two hours.
• Amsterdam to London: From sightseeing on a bike to atop a double decker bus, this Chunnel jumper travels 357 kilometres in just over 4 hours.
• Brussels to Paris: Hop from medieval squares to Haussman charm in under 1 hour 30 minutes.
• Travel to the French Alps: Skip the traffic and windy roads and head directly to the slopes near Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers, Aime-la-Plagne, Landry and Bourg-Saint-Maurice aboard a swift Eurostar connection. Bonus: Eurostar is known for its generous luggage allowance, and Eurostar Snow is no different. Passengers are allowed to bring along a pair of skis or a snowboard. 

Ensure your spot aboard Eurostar trains scheduled through 28 March 2025 by booking today!

The perks of booking early

When it comes to train travel in Europe, the earlier you book, the more you save. This is especially important during the holiday season, when trains are in high demand. To guarantee your seat during one of the busiest travel periods of the year, it's best to book as soon as possible.

Secure your winter travel with Rail Europe

Getting your tickets in hand—whether virtual or physical—is easy. Simply enter your departure city, destination, travel date and passenger details (including ages), then hit search. Our easy-to-use booking tool will display all available journey options, allowing you to choose the time, price and connections that suit your plans best. Start booking now, before the first snowflake falls!

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