Rail Scandinavia

Rail Scandinavia begins the moment you step onto a train and watch a world of fjords, forests, lakes and midnight sun unfold. If travelling through the North has long been your dream, this book gives you the clarity to finally make it real. Covering five countries and 33 carefully detailed routes, it shows at a glance what’s possible, how to plan, and which journeys best match your travel style. You’ll find clear maps, practical schedules, realistic travel times, ticket advice and inspiring stopover ideas.
With modern railways, new rolling stock and reliable connections, Scandinavia is a paradise for train travellers. From Danish islands to Norwegian fjords, from Sweden’s endless forests to the icy silence of Finnish Lapland, nowhere else in Europe offers such spectacular scenery from your seat. Rik Bomans—renowned for his Dutch travel guides on Switzerland and Norway—shares his expertise and passion for the North in this inspiring and trustworthy guide.