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Story summary
- The revival of night trains in Europe faces significant challenges despite strong public interest.
- Experts highlight issues like ageing rolling stock, high operational costs, and insufficient funding.
- Demand for night trains exceeds supply, particularly during holidays, and profitability remains elusive.
- Swiss Federal Railways is investing in new Nightjet trains, but admits that night services are not profitable.
- Recent cuts to routes, such as the Paris-Vienna line, underscore the financial difficulties.
