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Paris · Gare de Lyon / Montparnasse / Gare de l’Est · 7 days
Black Forest, Bavaria & Alsace
Mountain landscapes, medieval architecture and Franco-German high-speed connections.
7 daysDuration
5cities
−90%CO₂ vs flying
From €137Ticket budget
TrainTransport
Paris → Strasbourg
Day · Leg
| Day | Leg | Transport / Operator | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris → Freiburg | TGV / ICE | 3h 05 |
| 2 | Freiburg → Titisee (Black Forest) | Höllentalbahn (DB) | 45m |
| 3 | Freiburg → Munich | ICE (DB) | 4h 10 |
| 4 | Munich (city day) | — | — |
| 5 | Munich → Nuremberg | ICE | 1h 05 |
| 6 | Nuremberg → Strasbourg | ICE / TGV | 3h 15 |
| 7 | Strasbourg → Paris | TGV INOUI | 1h 45 |
Ticket budget
Ticket budget
Point-to-point (booked ahead)
- TGV / ICE Paris → Freiburg: €39
- Höllentalbahn to Titisee: included with KONUS tourist card
- ICE Freiburg → Munich: €25
- ICE Munich → Nuremberg: €19
- ICE / TGV Nuremberg → Strasbourg: €29
- TGV INOUI Strasbourg → Paris: €25
Total: €137
Interrail option
- Interrail Global Pass (4 days): €286
- TGV France reservations: €20
Total: €306
Economy
€872
per person, transport + stay + meals
Comfort / mid
€1,500
per person, 3–4★ hotels, preferred seats
Ticket verdictPoint-to-point wins by a wide margin. DB Sparpreis and SNCF Prem’s fares booked ahead are up to 55% cheaper than the pass.
FAQ
FAQ
Is Interrail worth it for this route?
Point-to-point wins by a wide margin. DB Sparpreis and SNCF Prem’s fares booked ahead are up to 55% cheaper than the pass.
How far in advance should I book?
Book 6–8 weeks ahead for the cheapest fares. European high-speed and night trains use dynamic pricing: the same seat can cost 2–3× more on the day of travel. All budgets on this page assume advance purchase.
What does the trip cost in total?
Transport costs €137 point-to-point (or €306 with Interrail). All-in, plan for €872 travelling light, or €1,500 with 3–4★ hotels — per person, including stays and meals.