Let the train take the strain...

Two trains required to reach Berlin, taking all day. Our journey had been “modified” by Deutsche Bahn due to engineering works, but thankfully the alternative route we picked via Frankfurt was compatible with our super saver tickets (€39 each) and other passengers in our compartment were also victims of the change.

Train speeds of up to 300km/h were indicated - 187mph in old money - which is faster than the speed needed to get a Boeing 737 off the ground.

Raining in Berlin on arrival. Thankfully the bus journey to the flat we had booked was straightforward and the accommodation clean and comfortable.Read more