Brussels-Berlin Route Extended to Dresden and Prague

The Belgian citizens’ collective, Back on Track Belgium, has expressed support for the reintroduction of night trains, particularly the Brussels-Berlin route. Alexander Gomme, the group’s spokesperson, spoke in favour of the decision to extend the route to include Dresden in Germany and Prague in the Czech Republic starting from spring 2024.

Gomme emphasized the significance of Berlin as a crucial destination, enabling travelers to access other countries like Poland and the Czech Republic. European Sleeper, the Belgian-Dutch transport company, has officially announced this expansion, although it was not feasible this year due to ongoing railway works.

European Sleeper acknowledged that the Brussels-Berlin night train offers more than just direct access to these cities. It also facilitates attractive connections, including London-Berlin (via Eurostar in Brussels), Paris-Berlin (via Thalys in Brussels), and Brussels-Warsaw (via EuroCity in Berlin). The cooperative responsible for the night train service aims to launch a line to Barcelona by 2025.

Expansion of Brussels-Berlin Night Train Route

Back on Track Belgium has welcomed the extension of the Brussels-Berlin night train route to include Dresden and Prague, providing travelers with more options for exploring Germany and the Czech Republic. The expansion is set to begin in spring 2024, offering improved connections and opening up new travel possibilities.

Inaugural Journey and Promising Connections

The first night train from Berlin arrived in Brussels Midi, marking the successful launch of the Brussels-Berlin route. The return journey from Brussels to Berlin also took place, signaling the operational viability of the connection. The new night train not only benefits the cities served but also creates attractive connections to major destinations like London, Paris, and Warsaw