Much of Europe is known for its beer and wine production. But we don’t just know how to make them; we know how to drink them. From energetic beer festivals to exquisite wine gatherings, there’s plenty to celebrate. Drink up six of the best beer and wine festivals throughout Europe with this gallery.
It’s the largest beer festival in the world. It’s 17 days long. It’s over 200 years old. It’s the one and only Oktoberfest in Germany. Started as a citywide gathering in the early 1800s, Oktoberfest now brings in over six million people in attendance and serves over six million liters of beer every year.
Estonia’s July beer festival, Õllesummer, is more than just a celebration of beer. It’s a celebration of music. An array of live musicians show their stuff on the festival’s multiple stages. All the while, Estonia’s favorite brews flow into the wee hours of the summer nights.
The European festivals aren’t all about beer. The Madeira Wine Festival in Portugal is a weeklong celebration of the area’s winemaking roots that takes place during the beginning of September. It’s a firsthand look at the Madeira Island’s heritage from traditional clothing to picking grapes and, yes, drinking plenty of tasty wine.
Prague knows how to party. Especially during the 17 days of the Czech Beer Festival in the month of May. Over 70 brands of the Czech Republic’s best beers sync well with the festival’s live music, fresh food and energetic environment. The Czech Beer Festival is still relatively new, but it’s one of the best you’ll find in Europe.
Another European wine festival to sip on is the Wine Festival of Cyprus in Limassol. With thousands of years of experience in producing wine, Limassol now plays host to over 100,000 guests and an array of wine flavors every year at the end of August and beginning of September. Stomp grapes, dance to folk music and taste some of the world’s best wine.
Belgium doesn’t just celebrate beer; they celebrate every ingredient. The Beer & Hop Festival in Poperinge is only three days long in September but it’s full of things to do. See Belgian beer brewed firsthand. Sample a variety of the area’s best beers. And stay for the colorful parades that top off the festivities.
Europe is full of iconic sites and landmarks. From the Eiffel Tower in Paris to flower fields of the Netherlands, there’s always something new and exciting to see. In this gallery, you’ll find just some of the must-see landmarks scattered throughout Europe in this gallery. Get to know a little about them here so you know which ones to add to your trip itinerary.
Much of Europe is known for its beer and wine production. But we don’t just know how to make them; we know how to drink them. From energetic beer festivals to exquisite wine gatherings, there’s plenty to celebrate. Drink up six of the best beer and wine festivals throughout Europe with this gallery.
Set sail on Europe’s high seas with a cruise. Explore the water and coastal destinations of one of Europe’s many cruise options, from big luxury cruise lines to chartering a small fishing boat.
There’s a lot to celebrate in Europe – especially during one of Europe’s many fire and ice festivals. Each festival is different from the rest, but they’re all a good time. From Iceland to Malta and everywhere in between, Europe’s festivals are some of the most colorful, festive and energetic celebrations on the planet. Browse some of the best and literally the brightest fire and ice festivals in Europe with this photo gallery.
This sweet and sour specialty is exceptionally popular with locals and guests alike. The apple strudel filling is made of apples, sultanas, sugar, breadcrumbs, natural flavors, pine nuts, other nuts or almonds and butter. Only South Tyrolean apples and South Tyrolean butter may be used in apple strudel with the seal of quality. All ingredients are natural. Preservatives and other additives are forbidden. Flavor enhancers may not be used either. South Tyrolean apple strudel contains only natural flavors and aromas.
No trip to Europe is complete without dining on the best local flavors. And some of Europe’s best dishes can be found in coastal countries. From classic pasta recipes in Italy to fresh seafood in Norway, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your palate. Browse this gallery of some of Europe’s best seaside dining before you decide where to go for dinner during your trip.
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Europe is full of big adventures. Adventures so big, in fact, that they can’t be contained within four walls. Welcome to the wild side of Europe, where trees shade your discoveries and rivers refresh your explorations. In short, there are a lot to enjoy about the wonders of nature in Europe. From the European Alps to all of the national parks in Europe, adventure awaits. So put on your walking shoes and let’s get moving.
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