Relaxed family outing in Debrecen
Just a ten-minute walk from the city centre is one of Debrecen’s most popular locations, with numerous activities on offer under the 100-year-old trees for young and old alike.
Sometimes the best way to experience Europe is by taking the road less traveled. Or in some cases, not taking a road at all. The natural side of Europe consists of vast countrysides, towering mountains, calm waterways and more. Browse this gallery of some of Europe’s best adventures that are off the beaten trail. Then, load up your backpack and be on your way.
Elðraun in Iceland is a rolling field of volcanic rock. But what makes it unique is that moss has grown over the rock through the years, creating an even more breathtaking landscape. The moss-covered rocks can get slippery, so don’t forget to wear boots when trekking across these lands.
The windmills of Holland are one of the Netherland’s most iconic symbols. But to find some of the oldest and most authentic windmills, you have to venture to Holland’s rural areas. Here, you’ll find windmills watching over fields of colorful tulips.
Thoughts of France usually bring images of the Eiffel Tower and romantic urban evenings. But in the rolling grasslands of the country’s rural areas, you’ll find just as much beauty. Explore fields of lavender that sprawl for miles and fill the air with delightful fragrances along the way.
The rural village of Graiguenamanagh is one of Ireland’s best-kept secrets. While it’s tucked away from the country’s urban areas, the village is full of charming things to do. From boating to hiking, you’ll find plenty of adventure in this quaint Irish town.
Nature Park Our in Luxembourg is one of the most expansive outdoor sceneries in Europe. Bright green grasslands, vibrant fields of flowers and cool breezes make this place ideal for rural relaxation.
The island of Gozo is located off the southern tip of Italy and is one of the Mediterranean’s natural gems. It’s known for its relaxing qualities, but the island’s tall cliffs and warm waters are a perfect formula for diving and swimming.
Find yourself hiking along rolling mountainsides in the Dunajec Pieniny range in Slovakia. From intimate hiking trails to intense water rapids, the wild landscape of Slovakia will have you plenty entertained.
The small village of Wéris in Belgium won’t be found from a major highway. But when you get there you’ll find ancient megaliths, quaint cottages and cobblestone trails. It’s truly a preserved gem tucked away in Belgium’s rural landscape.
Just a ten-minute walk from the city centre is one of Debrecen’s most popular locations, with numerous activities on offer under the 100-year-old trees for young and old alike.
Europe is a magical place. From ancient castles to picturesque waterfalls, much of the scenery looks like it could be straight out of a fairytale. In fact, much of Europe’s best literature, collections of short stories and iconic European fairytales are inspired by real places. Explore them for yourself to turn the stories of folklore into your reality.
Modern day Europe is crossed by ancient medieval pilgrimage and trade routes, travelled by walkers and ramblers on a slow adventure, discovering castles, vineyards and olive trees, delicious food and local wines. One of the most famous routes in Europe is the Via Francigena – or the route from France how it was called in medieval Italy. Crossing Europe from Canterbury (England) to Rome (Italy), it reaches Santa Maria di Leuca on the very tip of the Italian heel. The route takes you from Northern Europe to the harbors of the Mediterranean Sea along 3200km, which are manageable in 4 months on foot. Browse the gallery to discover, region by region, some of the most beautiful places along the Via Francigena. Join Via Francigena photo contest!
European Heritage Sites include archives, monuments, archeological sites, and places of seminal cultural or political value, from the classic age to the present. Since the label’s inception in 2013, thirty-eight sites have been designated, bringing passages in Europe’s history to the foreground to honor, celebrate, and remember who built Europe, how, and why. They are lessons from the past to guide the future of Europe.
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Dumplings are the epitome of the South Tyrolean cuisine and an indispensable part of every menu. Dumplings are made of South Tyrolean white bread, which is dried and cut into cubes for making dumplings. The basic dough is made of type 00 white flour, South Tyrolean milk, pasteurised free-range eggs, fresh or frozen onions, dried, fresh or frozen parsley and chives if desired. South Tyrolean speck dumplings contain 15 – 20 % diced speck (PGI).
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