It’s official: starting from Wednesday, March 11, 2026, you can book your train tickets for the entire summer period. Whether in France or across Europe, on TGV Inoui, Ouigo, or Eurostar… No matter your destination or the type of train you choose, your getaway dreams are about to become much more tangible. A spontaneous weekend by the sea, a trip to the mountains, or a European city break: all you have to do is decide where to drop your bags. And this year, SNCF has some exciting new features that could make planning your next trips even easier.
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Tickets for summer... and beyond!
And just like good news never comes alone, SNCF has a surprise for its travelers, especially those who love planning their getaways. Drumroll, please… This summer ticketing is all about summer, but not just that. You can now book your seat for trips taking place between July 4 and December 12, 2026 — a first! « Tests have confirmed both the robustness of the technical solutions and the marked interest of travelers for more advanced planning of their bookings. This option is now available for all TGV Inoui trains to offer a better alignment with the planning timelines of tourist offers, while meeting the expectations of our customers.s in terms of flexibility and preparation for their journeys », explains SNCF, as cited by BFMTV.
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The number of seats is increasing on many trains
By offering tickets that can be booked six months in advance, SNCF is following in the footsteps of Ouigo and Trenitalia, which already had a similar option. Another exciting news is that the number of seats heading to several major French cities will be increased for the summer of 2026. This specifically includes trains going to Marseille and Nice, the Alps, Annecy, Strasbourg — only on weekends — as well as La Rochelle, Quimper, and Perpignan. So, get ready to plan some lovely weekends or extended stays in every corner of the Hexagon!
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