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The Wadden Sea
Why the detour from Amsterdam, Hamburg, or Copenhagen leads to a huge travel upgrade Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Copenhagen are three remarkable cities that bustle with life. Just a short journey away is the Wadden Sea, an off-the-beaten-path nature experience you’ll not soon forget. Accessible by train or car, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a rare escape. Swap city streets for shifting shorelines. Experience a living, breathing ecosystem that stretches from Denmark through Germany to the …
Discover Flanders by bike
Adventures in and beyond the city In Flanders you can stroll through historic cities full of art and heritage and at the same time unwind in the innumerable castle gardens and green national parks. And you can do both from a bicycle! Get ready for a wonderful cycling adventure from the city to green spaces and back. “It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best,” said Ernest Hemingway. Did he have Flanders in mind when he penned that sentence? It could well be. In …
Alpine Adventure in Slovenia
Gorgeous mountains and immense heritage in one of Europe’s best kept secrets Slovenia ’s Velika Planina unites immense natural beauty, delicious food, and ancient culture into a rare blend of charm and authenticity. And yet strangely, this place is still somewhat secret and certainly off the well-trod path and filled with unique local experiences. Here are four reasons you should visit Slovenia’s mountains. After your trip, you’ll surely wonder why this extraordinary place isn’t at the top of …
Stunning foliage in Transylvania
Beauty, mystery and heritage in one of Europe’s least visited regions For those seeking something truly unexpected this fall, Transylvania is a revelation. It offers stunning fall foliage, rolling hills, fairy-tale castles, and charming folklore, all without the crowds. Here’s how to do Transylvania this fall. Revealing a new side of Romania Fall in Transylvania is about the changing colors, the deep orange, red, and gold leaves falling soundlessly on the grassy meadows. But it’s also about …
Make traditional Czech glass
Experience the timeless legacy of the country’s ancient glassmaking heritage The best travel experiences happen when you’re doing, not just seeing. Crystal Valley in Czechia is the example of this. Admiring fine craftsmanship is great. But doing it yourself elevates everything. When you visit this region, you go to the heart of a wonderfully fiery heritage. Forge your own crystal, blow your own glass, learn about ancient traditions, return home with wonderful memories. Become a glassmaker for a …
In search of Istrian gold
Truffle hunting in Croatia’s ancient oak forests Beneath the dense oak canopy in northern Istria , hidden under layers of rich soil, lies one of the most coveted natural treasures: the truffle. One of the best-kept secrets of the truffle world is that Croatia , specifically the Istrian Peninsula , produces some of the world’s best examples of this aromatic delicacy. Each Autumn, during truffle season, it welcomes visitors to join the hunt for white gold. Here’s why you should visit the …
Europe’s Prettiest Metro Stations
Art, architecture and culture beneath the streets To some, a metro line is functional, a speedy, reliable, and affordable means to get from one place to the next. In Europe, the metro can be so much more than a transit system. Instead, it’s an experience of architecture, design, and art. When you choose the metro over a taxi or rental car, it’s not just about beating the traffic or saving some cash, it’s truly an unexpected upgrade. Here are four cities where the metro transforms your journey …
European Street Art
If you ever found yourself strolling on a summer’s day through the center of Łódź, Poland, one of the country’s biggest cities and a former industrial hub, you would notice something striking—on seemingly every third or fourth block, a talented artist has created a remarkable work of street art. On Sienkiewicza Street number 18, for example, you would come face to face with a colorful, whimsical, building-size portrait of the virtuoso Polish-American pianist Arthur Rubinstein based on the …
European Christmas Markets
We asked and you shared your secret market spots in Europe! Here at Visit Europe, we know a secret or two about the great wonders of Europe ! But you, our lovely travel community, our friends who are passionate about Europe’s nature, history, and creative cities, have a wealth of knowledge. That’s why we came to you on social media to ask what the best lesser-known Christmas markets are. It’s no surprise that you replied in great numbers and with some excellent ideas. Here they are! We promise, …
Europe’s best rooftop views
Where to admire the greatest skylines A gorgeous nighttime skyline is a mysterious joy. It evokes excitement and beauty and the feeling of constant movement. When watching the glittering city lights and hearing the soothing hum, one can’t help but think of the life and culture taking place before one’s eyes. There are brushes hitting canvases, hands guiding lumps of clay, bows drawing out beautiful melodies from the strings of violins. A skyline is an invitation to dive headfirst into a city. …