Whether you’re a first-time visitor doing the grand tour or a seasoned traveller planning a multi-country itinerary, Frommer’s Europe by Rail will help you plan and take your trip.  The official guidebook of Rail Europe, this user-friendly volume has everything you’ll need to plan a successful train trip through Europe, from description of the best scenic lines and high-speed rail routes to detailed information on reservations procedures and all of the rail passes available to visitors. Also included is a wide array of options in a variety of price ranges, from large hotels and world-renowned dining rooms to charming guesthouses and simple cafes.

Inside the book you find up-to-date information, including timetables, detailed city and route maps, exact prices, open hours, metro stops, rail pass options, train station amenities, train interior photos, and more.

The books covers Europe’s major cities and most charming towns, offering sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife coverage and reviewing the best accommodations and dining for the rail traveller. You'll also find point-to-point itineraries that help you make the most out of your time in Europe, including special itineraries that highlight Europe’s best dining, architecture, scenery, and historic castles.

It’s all accompanied by color maps keyed to the text, a glossary of handy rail terms, the latest trip-planning advice, money-saving tips, and a fold-out rail map.