Discover Bratislava, clifftop castles and pristine pine forests
Eurail would like to welcome the newest member country, Slovakia to the Eurail Global Pass and the introduction of the Eurail Slovakia Pass from January 1, 2012!
Bratislava CastleFrom January 1, you'll be able to explore this Eastern European country by rail. Use your Eurail pass to travel with
trains in Slovakia.
Get to the see remnants of the country's turbulent past, marvel at the picturesque countryside and get to know the friendly locals in the capital of Bratislava.
Read about places to visit in Slovakia.
Global Pass now includes Slovakia
With the addition of Slovakia, the Global Pass gives you unlimited train travel across the rail networks of 23 European countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
Slovakia Pass
Plus, there will be a Eurail Slovakia (One Country) Pass for those who want to focus all their travel time on this Eastern European delight.
High Tatras Mountains
Devin Castle
Viaduct near Telgart
Explore Slovakia by rail
Slovakia's national rail company ZSSK provides train routes across the whole country. Regular trains connect to Slovakia's bordering countries: Austria, Poland, Hungary and Czech Republic.
Things to do
Here are some top places to visit in Slovakia:
- Visit the up-and-coming capital of Bratislava – best enjoyed from inside a cosy cafe in the Old Town.
- Go explore the High Tatras Mountains and hike, cycle or ski through vast alpine valleys and gaze across mountain lakes.
- Track down some of Slovakia's most whimsical cliff-top castles, like Devín Castle and Spiš Castle.
Now visit 23 countries with the Eurail Global Pass! Decide as you go which countries and cities to visit by train.
The Eurail Slovakia Pass gives you unlimited train travel across Slovakia's rail network.
Other changes for 2012
- The Eurail Portugal Pass will be available not only for 2nd travel but also in 1st class for those that like a bit of luxury along the way.
- The Eurail Benelux Pass will be available with 3 travel days within 1 month. This is ideal for making a long weekend within the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, or taking it much slower if you have the time!
- The Benelux-France (Regional) Pass will no longer be available with 4 travel days within 1 month.
- The Traveler’s Guide that you receive free with your pass order will now be called the Pass Guide. It contains everything you need to know about using your pass, as well detailed information about the extra pass benefits that you’re entitled to during your trip.
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