Kandersteg

Winter in Europe is a magical time, filled with Christmas markets, snow topped mountains, glaciers, and Glühwein. But winter holidays do require a little more thought when it comes to packing than summer holidays. T shirts and swimsuits are easy, but considering the temperatures and the equipment you might need to make the most of a winter holiday is a bit more in depth. To get the right ratio between having everything you need and packing light for travelling can be tricky, but never fear, here’s our handy guide to packing the essentials for a winter holiday in Europe.

With a landscape as visually stunning as the Swiss Alps, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy it. And the Swiss train system ensures you can do that in style. There are 18 lines delving across the country of Switzerland, taking passengers to traditional Swiss towns and villages and easing by mountains and glaciers with grace and an ‘all the time in the world’ attitude.

Discover the world in winter and step into a snow-globe world of seasonal beauty.

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