Trains from Paris to Nuremberg

Go from French fancies to German greatness with this route from Paris to Nuremberg, the perfect way to enjoy cosmopolitan French style and unmissable German history, plus a scenic cross-continent train trip, what’s not to love? You’ll start in Paris, which is where many a magical adventure has begun, whether you’re climbing to the top of the Eiffel Tower, tucking into delicious fresh pastries or meeting the Mona Lisa at the Louvre, there are endless things to discover in the city of lights. But there’s plenty to do in Nuremberg too. Sure, it might not be quite as iconic as Paris when it comes to Euro city breaks, but that makes it even more of a gem to be discovered.

SNCF trains as well as Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed Intercity Express (ICE) and Intercity (IC) trains will speed you to Germany in just under 6 hours, for a greener, more laidback way to go than car or plane. Nuremberg is positively bursting with history and is truly a feast for the eyes. If you haven’t had enough of trains yet (because is there even such a thing?), the German National Railways Museum takes you through the country’s history of locomotion. Head to the Old Town to get a little lost in the most picturesque of ways, and make your way up to the fairytale-worthy Kaiserburg where half-timbered houses and quintessentially German architecture can be viewed. Ready to go? Get clued up with our FAQs below!