Rucksack's travel guide

Trains

Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg - Childhood fantasies and engineering

At Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg, the whole world comes to life in a magical miniature world. An unforgettable and somewhat unexpected experience for the whole family!

Train travel in Germany - 15 tips for a smooth journey

Are you planning to travel by train in Germany? Here is a beginner's guide for those of you who are going on the long-distance trains, with tips on everything from bicycle tickets to a practical dictionary.

Snälltåget to Berlin – Take a train to Germany from Malmö

The whole Rucksack family (including the little dog) has travelled to Berlin with Snälltåget from Malmö. How did it work and what did we think of traveling by train to Germany?

Traveling by train in the Czech Republic - That's how it works

The distances in the Czech Republic are not great and with a well-developed railway network and fresh trains it is a pleasure to travel around by train. I have tried traveling by train in the Czech Republic from Brno to Prague and can only say one thing - I would love to do it again!

Ride the train in Cinque Terre - Italy

What is the easiest way to experience the five villages of Cinque Terre? Is it possible to visit all the villages in one day? The answer is simple: By taking the train in Cinque Terre!

Snälltåget or SJ? Which option was the best between Malmö and Stockholm?

Train between Malmö and Stockholm? SJ express train, Snälltåget or SJ Intercity? Which train wins the battle?

Train hopping in Japan - How does it work?

Traveling by train in Japan can be a breeze some days and endlessly difficult other days. Here are tips on how to plan your train trip, with everything from customs and traditions to accommodation and food.