DENMARK (4 Locations)
The rail network in Denmark is very interesting as it is held together by bridges connecting the island type country. This accounts for great views on the journey and spectacular bridge constructions for good trainspotting locations. Apart from the S-train network in Copenhagen and the route Helsingor - Padborg, most of the network is non-electrified.
FRANCE (13 Locations)
France used to be the pioneer of high-speed railways in Europe. With an extensive network not only for speedy trains, France offers enjoyable scenery with rural railways at very diverse trainspotting locations. The main train operator in France is national SNCF - Societe Nationale de Chemins de Fer Francais, which was established in 1938.
GERMANY (8 Locations)
In Germany there are trains mainly from Deutsche Bahn to be seen. Germany's rail network is known for speed, comfort and reliability. The entire network reached by the end of the century almost 64,000 km. There are plenty of scenic journeys to discover the beauty of rail an it's trainspotting locations in Germany.
IRELAND (7 Locations)
Trains are operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail). The Irish rail network was developed when the island belonged to Great Britain. Most lines have good views of distant mountains and extremely green landscape. Due to the World War I the amount of track in the country shrunk from over 5,000 km to just over 2,000 km today. Nevertheless, traveling by train through Ireland remains an unforgettable experience with many trainspotter locations for filming and photography.
ITALY (1 Location)
Trenitalia is the biggest train operator in Italy. Most of the lines in Italy are old and picturesque. The system covers nowadays about 16,000 km across the entire country including Sardinia and Sicily. Plenty of services are offered by state owned FS - Ferrovie dello Stato which also has the fastest and most luxurious of the fleet. Due to the nature of the country setting with mediteran climate and alps there are many unknown trainspotter locations to be found.
POLAND (5 Locations)
Trains in Poland are mainly labeled with the Polish national rail operator PKP. Poland is a wonderful place for enthusiasts with plenty of old steam trains to see. Rail travel is one of the best ways to get to know the country as alternative traveling options are still in development. The history of the country guarantees old track sections and stations to be memorable trainspotting locations.
UK (13 Locations)
Britain is often perceived as the birth place of railways. England is very interesting for enthusiasts, for many reasons. Most of the biggest cities and their great rail stations in the UK are in England. There are plenty of railway museums and preservation groups. A significant part of the network is close to the sea and the diversity of franchise operators traveling on the routes is probably the highest in Europe. In Northern Ireland Translink offers great train connections across the country. By the way, NI Railways was certified as UK Rail Business of the Year 2008.
Trains in Wales are operated mainly by Arriva Trains that offer a wide range of interesting rail routes surrounded by the greatest landscapes in the UK. Wales also exhibits Britain's biggest choice in working steam heritage railways with many active preservation groups.
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