In France, it’s no stretch to say all railroads lead to Paris.
As the hub of the SNCF railway, Paris connects France’s many high-speed routes and links numerous regional train routes, too. Plus, every corner of l’Hexagone is reachable by train from Paris, if not directly then with minimal transfers. In fact, it’s often faster to backtrack to Paris by TGV high-speed train than it is to link together slow regional trains. Not to mention, the majority of travelers reach France — the world’s most-visited country — by way of Paris. It’s particularly true of non-European travelers, who will almost always arrive by plane into Paris’ De Gaulle or Orly airports.
But Paris is just the tip of France’s culinary, cultural, historic and tourism iceberg. As a launching point into the rest of France, be it Lyon, Provence, Normandy or Bordeaux, it gets no better than hopping an SNCF train and exploring France beyond Paris. So, set up your SNCF account and start perusing train trips from Paris, starting with these three popular routes:
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The 10 Best Day Trips From Paris by Train
Once in Paris, it can be hard to wrench yourself away. The City of Light is home to some of the world’s leading attractions, more than enough to fill any vacation. Yet just beyond the city limits lie many enticing day trips from Paris by train. To whet your wanderlust, we’ve picked out some of […]
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Paris to Monaco by Train
For Parisians and tourists, the shimmering charms of Provence and the French Riviera are irresistible. The stunning region is dotted with colorful towns infused with Mediterranean character. One highlight is Monaco, the tiny principality synonymous with mega-yachts, fast cars, and martinis “shaken not stirred.” Speedy, frequent, and inexpensive trains from Paris to Monaco offer a […]
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Paris to Chamonix by Train
Traveling from Paris to Chamonix by train is a journey of extraordinary contrasts. From a crowded metropolis bursting with cultural marvels to a tranquil landscape of natural wonders. Two worlds separated by a 6-hour rail journey and one immense mountain range. Whether packing skis for snowbound adventures or looking for some of the finest summer […]
