Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Train information and reservation offices in the stations also provide printed mini-
schedules listing rail services between two specific points. They're free. These of-
fices have national and international schedules as well.
Train schedules presented in this edition of
Europe by Eurail
are updated to
press time. They are, however,
for planning purposes only.
When purchasing a
rail pass, you are entitled to receive a
free timetable and map
of the major
rail connections. Depending on the amount of travel you will be doing, we would
also suggest purchasing a European Rail Timetable as a companion to this topic,
Train Splitting
When international trains in Europe have multiple destinations, sometimes passen-
ger coaches are “split” en route, with cars going to different cities. To make certain
you end up where you want to be:
•
Check the train sideboards
displaying the departure point, stops en route, and
the final destination.
•
Announce your destination
to the conductor as he or she checks your rail
pass.
•
Stay in your seat
when the train halts at a terminal for “splitting” the coaches.
Since the splitting process occurs quickly, if you are in another part of the train
you could easily end up at the wrong destination—sans suitcase and your fellow
travelers.
There may also be times when two trains are scheduled to depart on the same
track—one in each direction, of course. Check for your train's departure position;
otherwise, you might be standing at the wrong end of the track as your train pulls
away.
Trip Tips
Before You Go
If there have been any break-ins in your neighborhood, you should take steps to
ensure that a break-in doesn't happen to you while you are gone. Alert the neigh-
bors to keep a watchful eye for suspicious people and their activities. Many pro-
fessional thieves have been known to park in a driveway in broad daylight with a
moving van. The police should be advised regarding your absence: depending on
where you live, they may conduct regular checks of your house. Also, check with
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