Leiden: Offbeat & Authentic
Swap the crowds, explore hidden canals, embrace real Dutch charm
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Born of two tributaries joining in the Alps, the Rhine is one of Europe’s great rivers. The Rhine Valley region holds inspiring beauty and rich cultures that blossomed along fertile banks. Visitors savor wine fermented from the finest local grapes. Inspiring landscapes worthy of portraits surround you. Gentle cruises bring curious travelers to charming riverside towns and numerous historic castles. A significant border throughout history, today the natural beauty and bountiful culture of the Rhine Valley keeps travelers returning for unforgettable experiences.
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Literature & Wine Festival
Held in one of Austria’s most popular wine regions, The Wachau, the Literature & Wine Festival is an annual international event where visitors will encounter readings, music and locally-grown fine wines. The festival provides the opportunity to enjoy this different and magical experience with a scenic backdrop: the Benedictine monastery, Goettweig Abbey.
The Winter Wonderlands of Europe
Europe is a jolly place to be any time of the year. But when Christmas time rolls around, some places become nothing short of magical. It all starts at the Christmas markets sprinkled throughout the continent. From Finland to France, unwrap the wonder of European Christmas markets with this gallery. Then, find your way here in December to experience it firsthand.
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10 Must-See UNESCO Sites in Europe
A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place that has been awarded as having cultural or environmental importance. Luckily, Europe has plenty of UNESCO sites to explore. From ancient castles to quaint seaside towns, you’ll find natural and cultural beauty everywhere you go. Consider this gallery your guide to some of the best UNESCO sites in Europe to discover on your next trip.
Europe and its remarkable nature
What better way to explore Europe than on foot?
Swiss summer sounds
Cities of music, jazz and street festivals.
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Pilgrimage routes and shrines of Western Europe
Why walking a pilgrimage route in Europe is the best way to truly experience rural splendor and spiritual bliss.
North Sea Coast & Beyond
The Tour de France and the Giro de Italia have made Europe synonymous with cycling. But you donʼt have to be a pro to enjoy the pleasures of pedaling past beautiful countryside and historic sites. Europe is covered with cycle routes and footpaths so you can enjoy the region at your own pace
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Via Francigena
Via Francigena is one of the most iconic routes in all of Europe. Once known as the pilgrim route during the medieval times, the road that comes from Canterbury to Rome now serves as one of the most unique ways to travel through Europe. So put on your hiking shoes and get ready to explore the history of Europe one step at a time along the famous path.
From Vikings to Northern Lights
The aurora borealis, one of natureʼs most mysterious and entertaining phenomenon, has fascinated Scandinavian visitors and locals for generations, starting with the Vikings of old. Witnessing the spectacular light show and discovering the Northern Lights are only the beginning of your remarkable journey.
Pilgrimage routes and shrines of Western Europe
Why walking a pilgrimage route in Europe is the best way to truly experience rural splendor and spiritual bliss.
Pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela
Why walking a pilgrimage route in Europe is the best way to truly experience rural splendor and spiritual bliss.
The Romantic Danube
With many scenic landscapes along the Danube, with many under state or international protection, your romantic trip begins with a relaxing cruise.
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Salon Suisse des Goûts et Terroirs
Over the years, this national event has become a must in relation to top-quality products for all those who appreciate good food.
A People on the Move
Tracing the Routes of Jewish Heritage in Europe!
Tourism with Good Taste
If you love cooking as much as you love traveling, why not combine your passions and embark on the ultimate tasting tour? With gastronomic tourism on the rise, travellers from all over the world are able to get a unique perspective on a country’s native cuisine and how it’s prepared while sampling the local culture, sights and attractions. Try a cooking class in Europe and learn culinary secrets from world-renowned chefs in some of Europe’s most spectacular settings. Learn to make paella in Valencia, how they make cheese in the South of France, or about nose-to-tail butchering in the English countryside.
Forgotten Christmas Cheer
5 lost European holiday traditions ready for rediscovery!
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Fall in love with Switzerland’s islands
Swiss lakes and rivers are natural gems.