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All the latest travel news from across Europe.
12 beautiful routes for French train holidays this summer
They're better for the planet, they won't be cancelled because of jet fuel shortages and you can take your own wine on board (100ml limits? What are they?) - here are some suggestions for a French train holiday this summer.
Start date set for new Paris airport link
A start date has been agreed for the long-awaited direct train linking Paris' Charles de Gaulle airport with the city.
Summer 2026 expected to be very busy in French holiday resorts
Travel uncertainty is leading to more French people planning a summer holiday in their own country, making French resorts busier than usual.
Europe's budget airlines first to cut flights as jet fuel prices soar
Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea and other low-cost airlines are feeling the financial pain from high jet fuel prices as a result of the Middle East war and are cutting flights.
Ryanair to significantly cut Berlin flights
Budget airline Ryanair said Friday that it would reduce flights to and from Berlin starting in October and relocate aircraft based in the German capital, citing comparatively high costs and taxes.
Will you be compensated if your European flight is cancelled due to jet fuel shortages?
Europe is bracing for potential jet fuel shortages resulting from the ongoing international conflict in the Middle East. If your flight is affected, what are your rights?
LATEST: Danish train accident victims no longer in critical condition
Danish emergency services said on Friday that the condition of the five people left with critical injuries after Thursday's train crash north of Copenhagen had improved and their injuries were no longer life-threatening.
EU tightens rules for Brits travelling to Europe with pets
The EU has moved to tighten rules on pet passports, closing a loophole that has been used by many British second-home owners since Brexit.
'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis
The European Union said on Tuesday that it was considering importing more jet fuel from the US and requiring member states to hold minimum reserves as the Middle East war squeezes supplies. Brussels will lay out a series of measures on Wednesday.
'Stone age' ticket system preventing travellers in Europe from taking trains
Popular flight routes around Europe are almost impossible for passengers to book by train because of a "stone age" ticketing system, a new report has found as the EU is set to unveil plans for it single ticket system.
Jet fuel shortages: Will flights to France be cancelled this summer?
At the time of year when people would normally be booking their summer holidays, there is great uncertainty around whether airlines will be forced to cancel flights, or hike prices, due to jet fuel shortages. Here's a look at the situation in France.
How will the jet fuel crisis hit travellers in Austria?
Aviation experts around the world have been sounding the alarm over the jet fuel crisis sparked by conflict in the Middle East, with some airlines planning to cancel flights or raise the price of tickets. How will it affect air travel in Austria?
Long delays at French airport after drunk man accidentally opened barrier
The accidental opening of a barrier separating domestic and international passengers at a French airport caused chaos and hours of delays at one French airport, local media reported.
Airlines in Europe fear jet-fuel rationing due to Mideast war
The head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Friday called on authorities to put "well-coordinated plans in place" in the event of jet-fuel rationing due to the Middle East war.
How soon could jet fuel shortages ground flights in Europe?
The risk of jet fuel shortages in Europe grows each day tankers remain stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, although it isn't clear when exactly supplies will run out and what that will mean for travellers.
Danish travel companies claim fuel shortages 'no threat' to summer holidays
Danish travel companies have rejected reports that a lack of jet fuel poses a risk to Danish flights in the coming months, writing that travellers from Danish airports have "nothing to worry about".
Wizz Air reports problems with jet fuel supply in Italy
Hungarian low-cost airline Wizz Air said on Friday it had seen jet fuel shortages at Italian airports, following warnings about supplies around Europe.
Germany's Lufthansa to close CityLine unit over strikes and jet fuel crisis
Germany's biggest airline has been hit by back to back to back workers' strikes this week, in addition to facing a looming jet fuel shortage. Now its announced the closure of its regionally-focused subsidiary.
Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'
The European Commission said on Tuesday it fears Europe could face jet fuel supply issues "in the near future" with no end in sight to the Iran war that's hit global energy markets.
Travel to and from Germany disrupted by back to back Lufthansa strikes
Pilots at Lufthansa were already on a two-day strike when the company's cabin crew workers announced another two-strike to follow. Why is Germany's biggest airline seeing so many strikes, and where are travellers affected?
Full rollout of new EU border checks hit by delays and disruption
Despite claims that the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks would be "fully operational" by April 10th, many airports have reported disruption and some Channel ports don't even have the technology for full rollout yet.
EES border checks now fully implemented at Copenhagen Airport
Copenhagen Airport has now fully implemented the EES border check system after a partial roll-out in October last year, meaning that non-EU travellers arriving in the country from outside the Schengen Area will be fingerprinted at border control.
Will travellers in Germany be affected by Europe's looming jet fuel crisis?
Flights to and from Germany haven't been severely impacted by jet fuel supply issues yet, but that could change quickly if the war in the Middle East continues. We asked airlines what passengers can expect.