Where to go 2 hours from Paris by train with your dog? What are the beach destinations 2 hours from Paris with your dog? or in the countryside? Which city to visit with your dog not far from Paris for a weekend? I tell you everything in this article.

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Today I'm here to share with you 8 Trop W'ouf destinations 2 hours from Paris by train to do with your dog. Are you ready ? So let's go ! Between the Grand Est, Hauts-de-France, Normandy and Centre-Val-de-Loire, there is something to see in all colors! 

No need to go to the other side of the world to get a change of scenery or discover new things with your dog. Indeed, 2 hours from Paris by train, we are lucky to have beautiful, very varied landscapes and beautiful cities with a rich heritage. Enough to go on vacation with your dog while staying close to home or almost. 

So without taking the car, there are great destinations to try with your dog on weekends or on vacation 2 hours from Paris! Reims, Lille, Troyes, Strasbourg, Amiens, Deauville and Trouville, Honfleur or even Chartres: I tell you everything in this article. 

We start first with the testimony of Julia and her adorable dog Bianca! Both are used to going back and forth between Paris and Reims. Julia shared with us some good tips for traveling easily with your dog by train. We start with Julia's advice for traveling by train with your dog.

Taking the train with your dog: tips and tricks

Before presenting you with some ideal destinations for your dog and you, here are some valuable tips for traveling by train with your dog peacefully. If you are not used to taking the train with your dog, it is better to prepare for this trip. 

Here are Julia and Bianca’s main recommendations:  

  • Buy your train tickets in advance and remember to take the one for your dog
  • Bring a muzzle and dog bags
  • Take your dog's favorite toy with you so that he has his "soft toy" during the trip, like children, this object will reassure him! 
  • Provide something to drink for your dog but be careful the more your dog drinks the more he will want to pee (like us in fact!) so if the journey is long and without a break, watch out for accidents...

To find out all of Julia’s advice and discover lots of anecdotes about her train trips with her dog, you can read the article “Julia’s tips and advice for taking the train with your dog”.  

I also recommend reading the following articles to learn everything about traveling by train with a dog: Traveling by train with your dog et Tips for traveling by train with your dog.

And as Julia travels a lot from Paris with her dog, I am also preparing a special article for you on Parisian train stations: instructions for use with a dog.

Julia also shared with us some advice on Reims so we're starting our list of destinations 2 hours from Paris by train with her dog via Reims! Direction Champagne.

Reims, for a weekend in Champagne with your dog

Weekend with your dog 2 hours from Paris

Reims is the city of champagne!!! The city center is completely dog ​​friendly, to the great pleasure of Bianca and myself. In fact, all stores and restaurants accept dogs. There are different parks to walk your little one. I also recommend the champagne park which is very pleasant for walks with your dog. The cellars and the cathedral are unfortunately forbidden to dogs. However, you can visit the Foujita Chapel which allows access to dogs. 

To find out everything about Reims with a dog, I recommend reading the article Discover Reims with your dog. It's full of good ideas and you'll find a list of QUALIDOG-certified accommodation where you can book for a Trop W'ouf stay with your dog.

If you are in the area, also think about going to see the surrounding area with great walks in the forest or in the vineyards.

If you want more information on Reims, here is the Insta of Julia and Bianca

Lille: test the capital of Flanders with your dog

Lille, capital of Flanders, is a great city for traveling with your dog while remaining close to Paris. This city is home to dog-friendly parks, which are really nice for taking little walks with your doggie. You will find in particular the Lyon park, Haumont park, Northern Park or againLille Bondues aerodrome. Less than 2 hours by train from Paris with your dog, you can discover old Lille and its cobbled streets, the Grande Place, the Vieille Bourse, the Palais des Beaux-Arts... 

The weather can be humid, we're not going to lie, but the atmosphere is warm and friendly. If you would like to know more about Lille, do not hesitate to read the article “Visit Lille with your dog".

Troyes: take a leap into history with your dog

The city of Troyes is really great for exploring the small medieval streets with your dog. It is less than 2 hours from Paris by train, which is a real plus! You will be able to observe beautiful, typical colorful houses there. Most were built in the 16th century, real historic buildings! 

You will also find various parks and gardens which are accessible to dogs such as the Belfry garden, PrĂ©au garden, Garden of the Rock and the garden of the Swiss Valley. 

If you know of other Trop W’ouf addresses, don’t hesitate to let us know. sharing so that other wouafer’s can benefit from it. 

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Strasbourg, a weekend in Alsace with your dog

Located 1h40 from Paris by train, Strasbourg representse the capital of Alsace. Known for its typical architecture and German influences, this city is great for walking with your dog while admiring the streets. Also take advantage of this Alsatian trip to savor local gastronomic specialties. Here is a list of restaurants in Strasbourg that accept dogs: Baeckeoffe from Alsace, Restaurant The Old Sign, The little tiger, Restaurant The Cerf Inn, Restaurant Diligence or the Restaurant With Grape. I recommend a little detour to Mireille Oster’s shop to taste some gingerbread to die for!

If you would like to learn more about the level of reception given to our doggies in Strasbourg, you can read the article “Go to Strasbourg with your dog".

Amiens, the ideal city break with your dog in the Somme

Located in the Somme department, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by train from Paris, this medieval-looking town is crossed by the Somme river. We can say that dogs in Amiens are welcome. 

If you want to return from your stay in Amiens with fresh and local products, you can go to theEco-place the fruit island in which doggies on a leash are accepted. 

When it comes to public transport, unfortunately large dogs are prohibited. On the other hand, if your dog is small and can fit in a bag, it has access to buses in the city of Amiens. 

If you would like to learn more about the city of Amiens with a dog, do not hesitate to consult the article “Amiens and its surroundings for a green weekend with your dog"

Why stop in Amiens? The Somme is a great destination to discover with your dog. Read our travel guide: The Somme with a dog.

Deauville and Trouville for a weekend at the sea with your dog

destinations 2 hours from Paris with your dog

Take a breath of fresh air by the sea in Deauville and Trouville. These two seaside towns located in Normandy are both joined together. Practical if you want to visit two cities in one stay! The advantage of going there with your dog is that the beaches are accessible to our doggies. However, certain rules must be respected, you can find them at the address Trop W’ouf la "Deauville Beach". 

Regarding public transport, dogs weighing less than 10kg and cats are authorized provided they are in a bag or in a cage. Larger dogs are unfortunately not allowed on public transport in Deauville and Trouville. 

And if you liked this little taste of Normandy, here is the whole list of accommodation and activities where dogs are welcome in Normandy. 

To discover Calvados with your dog, I recommend the article Calvados with your dog, travel tips and advice.

Honfleur, Normandy with his dog

Not far from the towns of Deauville and Trouville, you can find the beautiful town of Honfleur. This was a great source of inspiration for artists Claude Monet and EugĂšne Boudin. Just find here restaurants that accept dogs in Honfleur. You will also have the opportunity to discover beautiful spaces accessible to dogs such as the Garden of Personalities, Garden Found, Champlain Park, Tripot Garden, public garden of Honfleur or Honfleur mini golf (accessible to small dogs).

You can also discover the joys of paddle boarding with your dog thanks to the center Nautical Club of Honfleur which accepts dogs outside the summer period! 

To find out everything about Honfleur with a dog, take a look at the special Honfleur holiday guide: Honfleur: a Normandy destination to discover with your dog 

Chartres, between culture and nature with your dog

Lhe city of Chartres, less than 2 hours by train from Paris with your dog, is known for its Gothic-style cathedral. It’s a good city for dogs to live in. The Chartres tourist office has even designed a tourist map dedicated to dogs. This highlights the visits, restaurants and green spaces accessible to dogs in the city, so you can have fun! 

Chartres is really close to Paris. In fact, allow around 1h40 of journey time from Paris by TER or by bus.

Don't hesitate any longer, spend a stay in Chartres with your dog to stroll through the medieval streets and old houses with the typical look of this city.

I hope you enjoyed this article and gave you ideas for your next weekend with your dog. 2 hours from Paris by train, there are many destinations worth the detour! Besides, I couldn't end this article without telling you about Berry, which is not that far from Paris by train either! THE Berry with a dog is a great countryside destination also for you and your pet. Soon, we will tell you about Le Mans too. Case to follow in the Mag’! see you soon Wouafer’s

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