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Railtrail Europe

Europe Heritage & History Rail Tours

A collection of steam holidays exploring heritage railways across the Europe. Experience the nostalgia of steam travel on scenic routes through historic landscapes and charming destinations.

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Fichtelbergbahn ©Shutterstock
Fichtelbergbahn ©Shutterstock

Dresden Steam Festival & More - 2026

Every year Dresden hosts one of the major steam festivals in Europe, and this year is no exception! Visit magnificent steam locomotives at the festival, experience two main-line steam rides, travel on a unique suspended monorail, and ride charming branch lines. Journey through beautiful landscapes, visit fascinating museums, and enjoy free time to explore the historic city of Dresden.

Departure Dates

7th April 2026

8 Days from

£2,209 Per person

Keukenhof Gardens ©AdobeStock
Keukenhof Gardens ©AdobeStock

Amsterdam, Tulips, Cheese & Steam - 2026

Experience the Netherlands on this fantastic tour featuring the incomparable bulbs in bloom at Keukenhof Gardens, the historic steam train from Hoorn to Medemblik, a relaxing cruise across the beautiful IJsselmeer plus a stay in Alkmaar to coincide with their Cheese Market! Not forgetting a day in Amsterdam including a canal trip and the opportunity to sneak in some extra steam at Goes-Borsele.

Departure Dates

8th April 2026

7 Days from

£1,849 Per person

Baie de Somme Railway ©AdobeStock
Baie de Somme Railway ©AdobeStock

Baie de Somme Steam Festival - 2026

Full steam ahead on this action-packed tour to France including the rare and spectacular Baie de Somme Steam Festival. Enjoy two full days to explore the festival with visiting engines, a locomotive parade, lineside entertainment and much more! Plus, three exclusive steam charters on narrow-gauge railways, fascinating museum visits, and free time in the riverside city of Amiens.

Departure Dates

23rd April 2026

5 Days from

£1,339 Per person

Leipzig Tram Museum ©AdobeStock
Leipzig Tram Museum ©AdobeStock

Timeless Trams in Germany - 2026

Discover the timeless trams of Germany from the smallest urban tramway to the longest tram route and everything in between. Ride on eight different tram systems including six exclusive vintage charters, visit three fascinating tram museums, and explore the vast system of Leipzig. Journey on the unique suspended monorail and superb funicular railway of Dresden plus a relaxing paddle steamer cruise along the Elbe.

Departure Dates

2nd May 2026

9 Days from

£2,599 Per person

Brockenbahn ©Dirk Bahnsen
Brockenbahn ©Dirk Bahnsen

Great German Rail Ale Trail - 2026

Indulge in a fantastic tour of German beers discovering regional differences of taste, language, culture, and lifestyle. Discover Düsseldorf's Altbier and Einbeck's Bockbier, experience an exhilarating journey up the Brocken Mountain, and enjoy free time to explore the quaint town of Wernigerode and the vibrant city of Munich.

Departure Dates

2nd May 2026

8 Days from

£2,265 Per person

Cévennes Steam Train ©AdobeStock
Cévennes Steam Train ©AdobeStock

South of France Steam - 2026

Experience a fantastic steam adventure on this special tour to the South of France riding steam hauled trains over some of the most scenic routes. Journey on the stunning Vivarais Railway, experience the highest steam train in France, ride the Cévennes Steam Train across superb viaducts, and take an historic steam journey aboard the Train des Pignes plus a ride along the Mediterranean coast and free time to discover Nice.

Departure Dates

5th May 2026

7 Days from

£2,125 Per person