French railway heads to Strasbourg
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Travelling through France just got that bit easier with the announcement that the country’s high speed railway will soon include the city of Strasbourg.
From June 10th the TGV will stop off in the Alsace region en route from Paris, allowing people with holiday homes in France the opportunity to see even more of the country.
The move will see the normal journey time cut by up to two hours 20 minutes and looks set to see thousands more people heading across the country each year.
Strasbourg and beyond
For those who want to go a little further afield, Strasbourg, which is a world heritage city, is also close to the German border, giving travellers in France the opportunity to branch out into the rest of Europe.
Whether you choose to travel by train or not, the city is certainly worth a visit for anyone who has bought French property near by.
Much to see for French travellers
Located in the Rhine valley, the stunning urban centre is 20 kilometres east of the Vosges Mountains and 25 kilometres west of the Black Forest.
Sights not to be missed include the city’s sandstone gothic cathedral with its famous astronomical clock, as well as …
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