A day at the sea: The Belgian railway makes it possible!

A day at the sea: The Belgian railway makes it possible!

In an eventful year that is reminiscent of an endless loop of disasters, the Belgian state railway SNCB is attracting attention with its innovative multi-train ticket. This ticket allows passengers to enjoy ten free rides through picturesque Belgium for a still impressive 100 euros. If you get on a train at the train station in Welkenraedt, you can go to the coastal town of Ostend, for example, and spend a day by the sea there. The beauty of the Ardennes and flat Flanders invite you to forget the worries of everyday life for a moment Aachen newspaper reported.

A view of Ostend

The first impressions when leaving the train station in Ostend are clear: the old fishing trawler Amandine, which serves as a museum ship, and the beach nearby, which invites you to linger. Despite the criticism that the surrounding hotel architecture was not very attractive, the report describes the relaxing atmosphere of the sea and the beach. Seagulls, wind and waves can refresh visitors with a welcome breeze that makes them forget the gray everyday life. For just around 20 euros, travelers can experience the magic of the Belgian coast.

This easy access to a day at the sea could be a welcome change for many. Amid challenges such as the coronavirus, the war in Ukraine and the ongoing economic crisis, the ticket conveys a sense of hope and renewal. While 2020 feels like an endless cycle, SNCB offers an opportunity to escape from everyday life and free yourself from the “grey haze” of the last few years, which is impressively highlighted in the latest reports.