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Paris · Bruges · Amsterdam · Brussels · 7 days itinerary

Paris, Bruges, Amsterdam and Brussels by Train in 7 Days

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This trip visits Paris, Bruges, Amsterdam and Brussels over seven days by train. It begins with two days in Paris, covering major sites like the Louvre. The route then moves north to Bruges for two days, followed by two days in Amsterdam and one final day in Brussels.

7 daysBy trainFour citiesBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

Paris: the Louvre and the islands

  1. 9:00ParisSight
  2. 13:30ParisWalk
  3. 15:30ParisSight
  4. 17:00ParisWalk
Day 2

Montmartre, then the train to Bruges

  1. 9:00ParisSight
  2. 10:00ParisWalk
  3. 13:30Train to BrugesParisTransfer
  4. 18:30BrugesWalk
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Day 3

Bruges

  1. 9:30BrugesSight
  2. 10:00BrugesSight
  3. 11:30BrugesSight
  4. 14:00BrugesSight
  5. 16:00BrugesWalk
Day 4

Bruges to Amsterdam

  1. 9:30BrugesSight
  2. 12:00Train to AmsterdamBrugesTransfer
  3. 17:00AmsterdamWalk
Day 5

Amsterdam

  1. 9:00AmsterdamSight
  2. 13:00AmsterdamWalk
  3. 15:00AmsterdamSight
  4. 18:00AmsterdamSight
Day 6

Amsterdam to Brussels

  1. 9:30AmsterdamSight
  2. 11:00AmsterdamWalk
  3. 13:30Train to BrusselsAmsterdamTransfer
  4. 18:00BrusselsWalk
Day 7

Brussels

  1. 9:30BrusselsWalk
  2. 10:30BrusselsSight
  3. 12:00BrusselsSight
  4. 15:30BrusselsWalk
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Questions about this trip

Is 7 days enough for Paris, Bruges, Amsterdam and Brussels?

Seven days covers the four cities with one full day each plus travel. Book all trains at least a week ahead to secure seats and lower fares.

Do I need to book the Louvre and Anne Frank House ahead?

Yes, reserve timed entry tickets for both online before departure. Same-day tickets are rarely available and lines move slowly.

How long are the trains between these cities?

Paris to Bruges takes about two and a half hours with a change in Brussels. Bruges to Amsterdam takes about three hours, and Amsterdam to Brussels about two. Fares vary a lot, so book early.

Do I need a Eurail pass for trains between these cities?

Point-to-point tickets bought in advance cost less than a Eurail pass for four segments. Check current prices on SNCF, SNCB and NS sites before deciding.

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