The window seat, with a guide who knows every mile.

How it works

• Works with no signal

  Routes, maps and stories are on your phone before you board. Nothing to stream on the train.

• Triggered by GPS

  Each card appears as the train approaches what it describes, travelling either way along the line.

• Read aloud

  Keep your eyes on the view. Commentary can be read to you, in English, French, German, Spanish or Dutch.

• Stop guides

  What to see at each station, how long the train waits, and where to stay on overnight stops.

GPS may not be available everywhere. Tunnels, deep canyons and some rail cars can block the signal. The app estimates where the train is for a few minutes from its last speed, but cards may come late until the signal returns.