Night train to Saxon Switzerland
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A unique way to explore Europe
Night train journeys are the kind of journeys you’ll never forget. The journey is an experience in itself. Perfect for a weekend escape, midweek trip, or a much bigger adventure.
Travel to Saxon Switzerland while you sleep
Travel while you sleep and arrive in the morning. Enjoy direct access with European Sleeper from Brussels and Amsterdam to Bad Schandau, right in the heart of the nature reserve.
Make beautiful memories
Travelling through Europe by night train is the perfect way to discover new landscapes, meet fellow travellers, and cover long distances. Enjoy a relaxed ambiance with seats during the day and comfortable beds at night.
Great hiking
Hiking, and nothing but hiking, is probably the greatest thing to do in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains of Saxon Switzerland National Park. The age-old landscape, with its bizarre rock formations and fascinating flora and fauna, makes it one of the most enchanting hiking areas in Europe.
The famous Bastei Bridge offers amazing views over the Elbe River valley. And if you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the European Sleeper passing by. Photo ©Francesco Carovillano.
Night train from €79.99
Tickets in a shared couchette compartment start from just €79.99 one-way per person. Prices vary depending on the route and travel date. To book, simply select 'couchette' and choose 'shared'. You can also opt for the more affordable seats or the more comfortable sleeper. We also offer Women-Only compartments.
Best choice for:
- Adventurous friends & couples
- Solo travellers
Private space from €299.99
Cosy private couchette compartments for up to 5 or 6 people. Or choose our comfortable 3-person sleeper compartments. To book a private compartment, simply choose a sleeper or couchette and select the private options.
Best choice for:
- Comfort seeking couples
- Small groups and families
Historic towns
The Elbe Valley is steeped in a long and fascinating cultural history. European history was made here in the midst of idyllic nature and along important trade routes. It is present to this day in the historic towns, castles, gardens and forts.
The paintings and poems of the Romantic artists made the area world-famous. Numerous sights and points of interest are easily accessible everywhere in the area.
Photo ©Dresden Marketing.
Beautiful cycling along the Elbe
Cycling is a wonderful way to explore Saxon Switzerland. Along the Elbe, you ride at ease amidst impressive nature, old castles, and stately palaces. In the many charming villages and towns, you can stop for coffee or lunch.
The route is part of the 1,300 long Elbe Cycle Path, one of the most beautiful cycling routes in Europe. You can bring your own bike on the European Sleeper to Dresden, Bad Schandau, Děčín or Prague.
Photo ©Elberadweg/Felix Meyer, Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz.
What other travellers say
Great trip in women's compartment. Staff ensure the comfort of travelers. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Manon (UK)
The train is punctual, the staff on board are great, the fares very competitive and the website very user-friendly. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - François (BE)
Because we travelled overnight we saved two days of travel time ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Cat (GB)
Beds aren't the most comfortable (though up to sleeper train standards) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Koen (NL)
I love the ability to open a window and hang out to check the view as you roll into a city or through natural landscapes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Maria (BE)
