Some of the most beautiful and breathtaking scenery in France can be found in the French alps. best skiing in Europe—and the glitziest resorts. It’s now easier than ever to visit the charming towns and picturesque mountainscapes of the region via high-speed rail.
Eurostar announced earlier this year that Eurostar Snow will be returning to major cities for the winter of 2025-2026 with convenient weekend departures. London The following are some examples of how to get started: Amsterdam. A sustainable and immersive alternative to flyingThe special winter routes provide stunning views of the mountains and seamless connections. Before you book, here’s some information to consider.
The Routes
Eurostar Snow Journeys departing London St Pancras International to Bourg-Saint-Maurice First, travel to the beautiful French city of Lille, where they can easily transfer to the French Alps. On the way to Bourg Saint-Maurice which is the gateway to resorts such as Tignes. Val-d’Isère, the train stops at Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers, Aime-La-Plagne, and Landry. The drive to each resort is much shorter than the usual airport transfer. Hop off at Albertville for the likes of Megève and La Giettaz, check into one of Courchevel‘s fanciest hotels from Moûtiers, or see what Montchavin Landry has a lot to offer.
The snow train is available for travelers leaving from the Netherlands and Belgium also operates direct routes from Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Brussels, and Antwerp to Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers, Aime-La-Plagne, Landry, and Bourg-Saint-Maurice—no transfers required.
How much is it?
One-way fares start from £99 (around $130).
How long does it usually take?
From London, the journey to Bourg Saint-Maurice is just over 8 hours. The train ride from Amsterdam to Albertville takes 7 hours and to Bourg Saint-Maurice 9 hours. Brussels is the fastest route. It takes just five hours from Brussels to Albertville, and 6.5 to Bourg-Saint Maurice.
Eurostar Snow Services run every weekend between Saturday, December 20, 2020 and Sunday, April 5, 2030. Winter travelers who bring their own equipment will find the train a great option. Each passenger has two free tickets. suitcasesPlus, you can bring one handbag. skis or a snowboard at no extra cost.
This article was originally published at Condé Nast Traveller UK.
