Weekend by the sea
The advantages of the train
Sun worshippers will find a place for their parasol and cool box, while lovers of long walks on the beach will be able to unwind. Whatever you do on the coast, the train is often the ideal means of transport. You can also spend a relaxing weekend on the Belgian, French or English coasts without tolls or traffic jams.
Comfortably nearby: Knokke and Ostend
Travel with Eurostar or Eurocity Direct and change trains in Brussels to Knokke or in Antwerp to Ostend. Half a day later, you can soak up the salty sea air! Enjoy the sun, have fun on the water or gallop over the beach on horseback. Afterwards, you can go shopping and, of course, enjoy delicious food. How much fun is that?
Normandy coast within 5 hours
Interested in history? Then you must go to the Normandy coast. Imagine how soldiers stormed up the invasion beaches during D-Day or visit the Airborne Museum in Sainte-Mère-Église. And while you're around, don't miss the famous Mont St. Michel! Travel with Eurostar to Paris and travel on to Rouen, Caen or Bayeux.
Or 7 hours to Marseille!
Want to enjoy the sun, sea and beach? Then don't take any risks and remain on board the Eurostar or TGV a little longer. Then get off at the Mediterranean Sea and dive into the blue, warm water. Do you already see yourself spending a weekend in this coastal paradise? Book a ticket for Eurostar to southern France and travel every Saturday in the summer.
Tips for cheap train tickets
Tips for buying cheap train tickets
- Book as early as possible for the best chance of the lowest prices.
- Evening trains and less popular departure times are often cheaper.
- If you are planning a weekend away, try travelling Saturday to Monday instead of Friday to Sunday.
- Book online to avoid booking fees.
- Combine your NS connecting ticket with Eurostar for the best overall price.
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