From large to small, north to south, thousands of islands scatter the coasts of European countries giving rise to ports and shores to explore. Witness the Aurora Borealis from the cliffs of the Svalbard Islands and embrace the raw landscape and bracing climate of the North and Baltic Seas. Watch whales and dolphins from the Azores. Discover the magnificent backcountry and cultural heritage the Balearic Islands offer. Stand among the white walls and blue domes of the villages at Santorini and imagine the legendary city of Atlantis preserved beneath the waves. Explore the natural and cultural intricacies along with stellar coastal scenery hiding on European islands.
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Around the River Bend
Read more about: Around the River BendLeadCruising through Europe’s winding rivers. -
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Little-Known Destinations Are Finding Big Awareness
Read more about: Little-Known Destinations Are Finding Big AwarenessLeadThe Kaunertal Valley in Austria is a land of continuous contrasts that mirror the changing seasons. The panoramic Kaunertal Glacier Road weaves through snow-covered forests and ends at eternal ice. Lush greenery, babbling brooks, and sweet-smelling pastures are all made accessible to guests with reduced mobility. That’s why The Kaunertal Valley was chosen as Austria’s most recent EDEN winner. The theme was accessible tourism. -
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View from the Top
Read more about: View from the TopLeadGet your camera ready. Once you’ve laid eyes on Europe’s most charming mountain villages, you may not want to put it down. You also may not ever want to leave. These are the places that fairy tales are made of, only they happen to be real. From medieval villages in Spain to traditional timber chalets in Switzerland, to the towering mountain-side fortresses of San Marino, these small but fully functioning towns are waiting to warmly welcome visitors who appreciate their quaint style of living. -
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European Contemporary Architecture
Read more about: European Contemporary ArchitectureLeadVisit European cities to witness stunning buildings! -
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Discover your European Roots
Read more about: Discover your European RootsLeadEver wondered where your forefathers once lived? Come to Europe to see those villages, towns, and cities with your own eyes. -
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Experience European Rural Life
Read more about: Experience European Rural LifeLeadEager to explore the remarkable nature of the European continent? Do it with your eyes and your tastebuds. -
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Listen to the Music
Read more about: Listen to the MusicLeadExploring Europe’s Thriving Music Scene. -
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