Want to discover Grand Est differently? The region charms with its vineyards of Alsace and the historic castles along the Rhine. Good news, Grand Est is accessible from France by high‑speed train from Paris, Lyon and Marseille, with night services to Strasbourg and Reims. A journey through Strasbourg, Nancy, Reims, Mulhouse and the Vosges mountains, or a scenic ride along the Alsace wine route, offers culture, history and nature. Here’s our guide to Grand Est, car‑free and flight‑free.
From Paris you can hop on a high‑speed TGV that takes you in just a few hours to Strasbourg, Reims or Mulhouse. Lyon and Marseille also feed the region via TGVs to Nancy and Strasbourg, while night trains from Paris to Strasbourg let you arrive in the early morning. Once inside Grand Est, regional TER services link the smaller towns of the Vosges and the Alsace wine villages, and bus operators run routes from the major train stations to rural sites. This network lets you explore the region entirely by rail and bus, with no need for a car or a flight.
In Grand Est, there's something for everyone: the cosmopolitan charm of Strasbourg, the historic cathedral of Reims, and the forested peaks of the Vosges. Wander along the Rhine valley, taste the famed Alsatian cheeses and sparkling Champagne in the vineyards that stretch from the city of Mulhouse to the vineyards of the Aube. The region’s heritage is felt in its half‑timbered houses, its Germanic influences, and its world‑class gastronomy. A contrasting, lively region, ideal for a train itinerary in Grand Est to be discovered through its cities as much as its wide open spaces… and always without flying.
