Railway, tapas, and stork lovers can rejoice: this summer, SNCF connects Strasbourg to Perpignan via a brand new direct TGV line, according to Actu Perpignan. Yes, direct, without the hassle of connections in Paris and without juggling between Gare de l’Est and Gare de Lyon with a suitcase that has lost its wheels. From July 12 to August 31, a weekly round trip will link the Alsatian capital to the Catalan city in just over 8 hours. It’s long for a TGV, sure, but so much more peaceful than a fragmented journey involving TER, metro, SNCF sandwiches, and broken escalators.
An unprecedented line that crosses the country
Departure is from Strasbourg on Saturday morning at 10:56, heading towards the sun, the vineyards of Roussillon, and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. Arrival at...
cute; view in Perpignan at 7:20 PM. In the other direction, return to the land of kougelhopf on Sunday at 8:18 AM, arriving in Alsace at 5 PM. An unprecedented route connecting two rich cultures and serving some gems along the way like Montpellier, Lyon, Dijon, and Colmar.With tickets ranging from 100 to 150 euros depending on the mood of the pricing algorithm, this line may not be the fastest or the cheapest... but it has an incredible charm. A crossing of France like few others, perfect for those who believe that the journey is just as important as the destination. Whether you're craving a tarte flambée or boles de picolat, this new TGV is the perfect opportunity to make your vacation rhyme with a big geographical leap.
Source : Actu Perpignan
