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Want to discover Austria's cultural capital? Vienna is easily accessible by train from France and other major European cities. Here's our guide to a cultural weekend of classical music and gastronomy, without planes or cars.
Since the Discontinuation of the direct Paris-Vienna night train by the end of 2025, the easiest way to get to Vienna by train from Paris involves traveling through Germany, usually via Munich or Frankfurt. The trip takes TGV/ICE then on an Austrian Railjet, for a total travel time of about 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. depending on the connections.
From Strasbourg, connections are even simpler and faster (about 8 to 10 hours), often with just one transfer.
From Lyon, you usually have to go through Zurich or Frankfurt, for a trip lasting around 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
To make a reservation, the most efficient way is often to check directly on ÖBB (Austrian Railways), which offers most European routes to Austria, as well as on SNCF Connect or Deutsche Bahn to compare schedules and fares.
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In Vienna, there is no shortage of possibilities: the Naschmarkt offers a tour of Austrian gastronomy, while the Hofburg district reveals imperial history. Visit Schloss Schönbrunn is a must-see, with its French gardens and Baroque palace embodying the grandeur of Austria. The city breathes both the softness of Viennese cafés and the effervescent pace of the classical music concerts. All easily discovered on foot or by streetcar.
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