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Narrow Gauge in Bohemia

& Lower Austria

Thursday 11 June to Thursday 25 June 2026

We return to ride the narrow-gauge lines of Central Europe. Journey from the Bohemian Czech town of Jindrichuv Hradec and ride the two Austrian
lines from Gmünd to Gross Gerungs and Litschau. All pass through enchanting scenery.

Day 1 - London to Cologne If you have ridden these lines previously, it is possible Day 5 - Bohemia Beckons
Depart on a mid-morning Eurostar from London St. to opt out - there is plenty to see and do in Dresden There is a regular service of direct trains between
Pancras to Brussels, then onward to Cologne for an itself. Dresden and Prague and, from here, we head
overnight stay. to Jindrichuv Hradec, a pleasant, small medieval
Day 4 - Paddle Steamer on the Elbe
Day 2 - Rhine Valley & Dresden The traditional Elbe paddle steamers are an attraction town close to the Austrian border. The castle was
We take the scenic route along the River Rhine that in their own right and the scenery is a bonus as we converted into a Renaissance chateau and now
delivers wonderful views of the river traffic, castles make the journey through Saxon Switzerland to Bad dominates the town - we stay here for 4 nights in a
and the famous Lorely Rock. From Frankfurt we Schandau. Here, we have time to take the historic charming family-run establishment.
continue to Dresden, where we find our hotel for Kirnitzschtal interurban tramway which runs through Days 6 & 7 - Bohemian Narrow Gauge
the next 3 nights conveniently situated opposite the the valley to the Lictenhein waterfall, before crossing The two lines which go in opposite directions from
station. the Elbe by ferry and returning to Dresden by train. Jindrichuv Hradec are not well known internationally,
but are very pleasant bye-ways, nonetheless. Both
Day 3 - Dresden Area Narrow Gauge
The Lössnitzgrund and Weisseritztal narrow gauge lines were closed in 2022, but should be fully
lines to Radeburg and Freital Hainsberg respectively operational again in time for our visit. A workshop
still operate steam services, and we ride both today. tour behind the scenes will also be possible.
Day 8 - Cesky Krumlov
Enjoy a day trip to Cesky Krumlov today, this is
the main town of the region, and a popular tourist
destination. Boasting a fine medieval castle, which
is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town
is around two hours from Jindrichuv Hradec by
mainline train.

Day 9 - Into Austria
Nuremberg TramiStock-querbeet Dresden Gmünd, where we arrive early afternoon. Our hotel
By mainline train across the border into Austria to
for the next 3 nights is in the main square at the
heart of the historic town.

29 Over 50 Years of Unforgettable Rail Journeys