Is the train from Paris to Genève scenic?

Is the train from Geneva to Paris pretty?

Okay, Geneva to Paris... pretty train?

Hmm.

Paris to Geneva... scenic? Is it REALLY? Okay, high-speed trains, right.

• French countryside?
• Communes flashing by... sounds... fast.

Scenic? Compared to what, exactly? Is it like, Alps scenic? Doubt it. But I guess... maybe?

• Paris to Geneva: "One of the most scenic". They say.

Ugh. This is making me think about that time I was stuck on a train for, like, 8 hours. Total nightmare. No leg room. Anyway. Scenic... I guess.

• The train ride likely involves fast movement through the French countryside.
• It's often described as scenic.

Is ANY high-speed train truly scenic?

It's not the Bernina Express. That's for sure! I saw pictures of the Bernina Express! Totally jealous! Geneva-Paris probably just looks like... fields. Maybe some cows.

Details on train rides

• Paris-Geneva:
  • High-speed train.
  • Passes through French countryside.
  • Generally considered scenic (relative to other high-speed routes).
• Bernina Express:
  • Considered MUCH more scenic.
  • Goes through the Alps.
  • Slow. (but who cares!)

Now I want to go on the Bernina Express. Geneva to Paris... meh.

Is the train ride from Paris to Zurich scenic?

Scenic? Oh honey, is a Monet worth framing? The TGV Lyria, more like a très vite (very fast) escape hatch, whisks you from Parisian pastries to Swiss chocolate with landscapes.

It is like watching Europe's greatest hits. From Parisian chic to Zurich's zen, the train offers eye candy.

Expect rolling hills, cute villages and, yup, maybe the odd cow. You know, if cows are your thing.

• Route: Paris Gare de Lyon to Zurich HB (Hauptbahnhof).
• Scenery: Think countryside cocktails - a bit of everything!
• Trains: TGV Lyria. They go zoom.
• Bonus: The journey includes views of the French countryside, stretching into Switzerland.

And the landscapes? It is like someone painted the scenery just for your Instagram feed. I think.

My Aunt Mildred once said the Swiss Alps looked like "giant, snow-dusted meringues." She was right, even if she did wear socks with sandals. The train ride? Totally scenic.

Which is the most scenic train ride in Switzerland?

Okay, scenic train... Switzerland... Gotta be the Glacier Express, right?

I took it back in July 2023, from Zermatt. Man, that Matterhorn view at the beginning… wow. Seriously breathtaking.

It was a spur-of-the-moment thing. Booked it like, two days before. Kinda expensive, tbh, but worth it.

• Zermatt: Absolutely charming town. No cars allowed!
• The Train: Super comfy seats, big windows, a little too touristy maybe.
• Food: Food wasn't bad, for train food, you know?

The Landwasser Viaduct! That thing is just insane. Snapping photos like a total tourist.

It was a looooong day. Like, 8 hours long. By the end, my butt was numb. But those views… forget about it. It's the most scenic.

You know, after that trip, I almost missed my connecting train in Chur! Phew, that was close.

Seriously though, the Glacier Express? Do it. It’s the best.

What is there to see between Paris and Zurich?

Okay, so you're going from Paris to Zurich, huh? That's cool. There's some neat stuff.

Firstly, seriously, check out Mount Pilatus. It's a lil detour, sure, but mountains are the best, right? I love heights; that is why.

• Amazing views, obvs.
• A really steep railway.

Then, Beaune, France, got the Hôtel-Dieu Museum. That is a fancy name. It's old and has a cool roof. Hospices de Beaune is a more precise name.

• Beaune is known for its wine.
• That's what I like.

There’s also the Home Little Venice. Don't ask me about that! I think it’s nice.

• I’ve only seen pictures of the area.
• Seems like they got boats.

Other options? Oh yeah, there's the Musée National de l’Automobile. Cars! Also, Freiburg Cathedral is pretty. Freiburg is good. Also, there is the Owl of Dijon. Don’t miss the owl. I went there last year.

• The car museum is great for engine heads.
• And I saw that car show last week.
• The Owl of Dijon; you touch it for good luck.