The city of Berlin is celebrating this remarkable anniversary with many events. If you’re more mature in age, you can recall hearing the words President Ronald Regan spoke on June 12, 1987, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall”. The wall was torn down a little over two years later. For those on the younger side, you most likely learned about the Berlin Wall in history class. Regardless of age though, there is no better time than today to visit the amazing city of Berlin.

Now through November 20th, 2009, Rail Europe is giving travelers 20% off the German Rail Pass to celebrate 20 years of freedom and the spirit of traveling freely. Not only will you get 20% off your German Rail Pass, you’ll also receive a Berlin city sightseeing tour, absolutely FREE!

There is much to see and do in Berlin. And the city is easily accessible by train. Get a German Rail Pass and plan day trips to various parts of Germany from Berlin, using high-speed ICE trains, or visit other European cities, some reachable by City Night Line overnight train service. You may also decide to simply stay in Berlin to gain a true appreciation for all this German treasure has to offer.

Embrace Berlin, rich in history, culture and life. Stroll the area where the Berlin Wall once stood, seeing traces of it still today. And witness, in person, how a once-divided city, has emerged into a thriving metropolis, a welcoming destination for travelers from all around the globe.

Stockholm is located on the islands between the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren, in Sweden. You’ll want to take a boat ride under the bridges of Stockholm, and you’ll think you’re in Venice!

Be adventurous on your trip to Stockholm and indulge in some great excursions, such as the harbor islands or to Lake Mälaren’s Royal Palace of Drottningholm, with its lovely grounds and 18th-century theater. Or visit one of the many museums, there are over 50 in the city!

Delight your palate with the wealth of culinary offerings in Stockholm. For wonderful food and a taste of history too, don’t miss Den Gyldene Freden, an 18th-century Swedish restaurant in Gamla Stan.

To reach Stockholm, you can board a City Night Line overnight train from Venice to Munich (approximately 7.5 hours). From Munich, you can take another City Night Line overnight train to Copenhagen (approximately 15 hours).

From Copenhagen, you can travel direct by train to Stockholm (approximately 5.5 hours).

In all, this rail adventure will take about 28 hours by rail. The great part about this trip is that two rail segments are overnight trains, meaning you can spend the day in Venice and Munich sightseeing before you board the train. Click here to get more information about Stockholm.