Embark on a journey filled with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable moments. From the captivating Hamburg City and Harbor Sightseeing, to the picturesque train ride "through" the North Sea to the serene island of Sylt. Add in some refreshing beer and savory mouthwatering German sausages, what could be better?
Welcome to Reynaulds Europe Tours, where our passion for Europe, history, railroading, military heritage,and culture comes together to create unforgettable travel experiences.
For nearly 40 years, Reynaulds Euro Imports has been one of North America's premier specialists inEuropean hobbies and collectibles. But our story actually began much earlier.
Our family's connection to European railroading dates back to 1904, when our great-grandfather becamean engineer for the Bavarian State Railway, operating legendary steam locomotives such as the famousS3/6 Pacific and the mighty Gt 2x4/4 Mallet. Our grandfather continued the family tradition, serving withthe Deutsche Reichsbahn before World War II and later with the Deutsche Bundesbahn until his retirementin 1972. Today, that same passion continues through Reynaulds Euro Imports and Reynaulds Europe Tours.
Europe has never simply been a destination for us—it has always been part of our family's history.
Today, we invite you to experience it with us.
Since founding Reynaulds Euro Imports in 1987, we have developed lasting friendships with many of Europe's leading manufacturers, museum directors, preservation societies, historians, and industry professionals.
These relationships have opened doors that few travelers ever have the opportunity to walk through. Rather than simply visiting Europe, our guests often enjoy experiences made possible through decades of trust and friendship.
Depending on the tour, guests may enjoy:
While our railway tours are internationally recognized, REI Tours has grown into much more than that. Our tours celebrate the very best that Europe has to offer.
Reynaulds Europe Tours is owned and operated by brothers Reynauld and Roman Plaszewski, whose lives have been deeply connected to Europe.
Rey Plaszewski has been curating and leading European model train tours since 2005, sharing his passion for railroading, history, and engineering with enthusiasts from around the world. Fluent in both English, Polish and German, Rey provides travelers with a seamless and engaging experience, offering unique insights at every destination.
Over the past 21 years, Rey has visited hundreds of iconic locations across Germany and Austria, including Hamburg, Dortmund, Lüneburg, Bleckede, the Märklin Museum, the Porsche Museum, the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Heidelberg, Frankfurt, Vienna, and the Nürnberg Transportation Museum. His extensive knowledge and firsthand experience make every tour both informative and unforgettable.
Roman Plaszewski has been guiding specialized European model train tours alongside Rey since 2005, helping travelers experience the rich history and culture of Europe's legendary rail destinations. Fluent in English and German, Roman is known for his friendly approach and deep appreciation of model railroading and transportation history.
Roman grew up in Germany and lived there for more than 40 years, giving our guests an insider's perspective that simply cannot be learned from guidebooks. His knowledge of European customs, history, language, and culture allows us to explore Europe as locals—not just tourists.