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See. Waldkunstpfad Discover art installations integrated into the forest landscape in Darmstadt. Dresden's Striezelmarkt Visit one of Europe's oldest Christmas markets, dating back to 1434. Miniatur Wunderland Explore the world's largest model railway system in Hamburg's Speicherstadt. Kloster Eberbach Tour a Cistercian abbey known for its Romanesque architecture and Rheingau Rieslings.

Eat. Viktualienmarkt Browse seasonal stalls and enjoy Bavarian meals at this central food market in Munich. Hofbräuhaus Order traditional pork knuckles at this famous Munich beer hall. Klosterschänke Dine in the former monks' dining hall at Kloster Eberbach with views of the cloister garden.

Stay. Spreewald Stay in a gigantic wooden pickle barrel hotel in this UNESCO biosphere reserve.

Lonely PlanetSep 2, 2026

15 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Europe

Europe is as gorgeous as it is varied. Here are the most beautiful spots around Europe to add to your itinerary.

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  • The AzoresSightPonta Delgada, Portugalnine volcanic islands, stepping stones to another world
  • Swiss National ParkSightZernez, Switzerlandoffers glimpse of Alps as they were before tourism
  • Lakes of MacunSightZernez, Switzerlandreached via 21km day hike from Zernez
  • Chamanna CluozzaHotelZernez, Switzerlandremote log cabin at 1882m, requires 3.5-hour hike
  • FicograndeSightStromboli, Italyblack-sand volcanic beach
  • MagmatrekPlaceStromboli, Italyreputable guide for climbing volcano's smoking crater
  • Ring of KerryTrailCounty Kerry, Ireland179km loop drive on Iveragh Peninsula
  • Skellig RingTrailCounty Kerry, Irelanddramatic drive with views of Skellig Michael
  • Skellig MichaelSightCounty Kerry, Irelandtwin-pinnacled islet with early Christian monk settlement
  • Ballinskelligs PriorySightCounty Kerry, Irelandromantic medieval ruins
  • Kells BayGardenCounty Kerry, Irelandconverted Victorian hunting lodge in botanical gardens
  • Caldeira VelhaSightSão Miguel, Portugaldazzlingly turquoise thermal waters on São Miguel
  • Mt PicoSightPico Island, Portugal2351m cone offers sensational views across archipelago
  • Hohe Tauern National ParkSightBruck, Austrianature reserve with Austria's highest peak, Grossglockner
  • Krimmler WasserfälleSightHeiligenblut, Austriacountry's highest falls at 380m
  • Grossglockner High Alpine RoadTrailBruck, Austria48km road with 36 hairpin bends, unreal views
  • Black ForestNeighborhoodBaden-Baden, Germanyarea of Germany with deep forests and valleys
  • SchwarzwaldhochstrasseTrailFreudenstadt, Germanyroad through 1000-sq-km Black Forest National Park
  • Black Forest National ParkSightRuhestein, Germany1000-sq-km expanse of woodland
  • MummelseeSightRuhestein, Germanyglacial lake
  • HornisgrindeSightRuhestein, Germany1164m peak for views across forested heights
  • Lofoten IslandsNeighborhoodMoskenesøya, Norwayislands with mountains rising above the sea
  • HermannsdalstindenTrailSørvåg, Norway1029m peak for elemental views over peaks and waters
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Atlas ObscuraSep 1

Waldkunstpfad in Darmstadt, Germany

Hidden in the forest on the southern edge of Darmstadt, the Waldkunstpfad turns an ordinary woodland walk into something considerably more surreal. Along the trails, artworks emerge between the trees, lean against trunks, occupy clearings, or use the forest itself as part of the installation. Instead of entering a gallery, visitors simply follow the path and wait to see what the woods have deci…

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Lonely PlanetAug 28

The Best Christmas Markets in Europe

Get planning your festive season with this guide to this year

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  • Grand-PlaceMarketBrussels, Belgiumstrikingly lit square with a fabulous tree
  • Schloss HellbrunnAttractionSalzburg, Austriamarket with carollers, handicraft stalls, and Christmas train
  • SenaatintoriNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandmarket on elegant 19th-century square
  • StriezelmarktMarketDresden, Germanyhas enraptured folk since 1434
  • Nuremberg's marketMarketNuremberg, Germanytwo million visit
  • Innsbruck's medieval old town marketsMarketInnsbruck, Austriafolk bands play and chalets sell decorations
  • Hellbrunn's baroque palaceSightSalzburg, Austriapairs Christmas markets with northern lights
  • Ravenna GorgeSightSchluchsee, GermanyChristmas market in the snowy Black Forest
  • RathausSightVienna, Austriamarket in front of the neo-Gothic building
  • SpittelbergQuarterVienna, Austriaromantic market in narrow Biedermeier lanes
  • Schloss SchönbrunnSightVienna, Austriamarket on the grounds with a magnificent tree
  • Golden RoofAttractionInnsbruck, Austriahuge tree glitters in front of it
  • MarktplatzNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriatraditional fairground rides and puppet shows
  • KiebachgasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriafairytale-themed street
  • Maria-Theresien-StrasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriamarket stalls and trees packed with twinkling lights
  • Hellbrunn Advent MagicMarketSalzburg, Austriaheld at Salzburg's Schloss Hellbrunn
  • Place de BrouckèreNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiumice and curling rinks and a merry-go-round
  • Pl Sainte-CatherineNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiummarket spreads out here for shopping
  • Zagreb’sMarketZagreb, Croatiaright up there with Europe’s finest
  • FuliranjeMarketZagreb, Croatiamarket for carols, concerts, crafts and DJs
  • Ban Jelačić SqNeighborhoodZagreb, Croatiasnack on hot chestnuts and licitars
  • Winchester’s Christmas marketMarketWinchester, United Kingdomin the cathedral’s historic grounds
  • Raekoja platsNeighborhoodTallinn, Estoniaenormous tree towering above quaint wooden chalets
  • AleksanterinkatuNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandfestivities kick off with switching on the lights
  • Colmar in AlsaceNeighborhoodColmar, Francegingerbready, half-timbered old town hosts six markets
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Lonely PlanetAug 26

8 of the Best Places to Visit in Germany

Experience the best of Germany with this guide to the country

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 25

13 Stopover Flights to Help You Get the Most Out of International Airfare

These airlines allow free stopovers in destinations like Paris, Lisbon, Iceland, Fiji, and Osaka.

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  • Eiffel TowerSightParis, FranceIt is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower from 1887 to 1889.
  • SeineSightParis, Francecruise included in the 'Paris Must-See' package
  • Golden CircleSightReykjavík, Icelandabbreviated tour available from $112
  • Turkish AirlinesPlaceIstanbul, Turkeyoffers Stopover in Istanbul with free hotel
  • Air FrancePlaceParis, Franceoffers Paris stopover program for connecting passengers
  • Charles de Gaulle International AirportSightParis, Franceconnecting passengers can add up to four-night stay
  • Extime TravelPlaceParis, Francecurates travel packages for Paris stopovers
  • Disneyland ParisSightParis, Francetravel package includes entry to parks
  • LufthansaPlaceMunich, Germanyoffers stopover program in Munich
  • Rosewood MunichHotelMunich, Germany20% off flex room rate
  • Neuschwanstein CastleSightMunich, GermanyIt is located in the Swabia region of Bavaria, in the municipality of Schwangau, above the incorporated village of…
  • Linderhof PalaceSightMunich, GermanyIt is the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one which was actually…
  • Fiji AirwaysPlaceNadi, Fijioffers free 48-hour stopover in Nadi
  • TAP Air PortugalPlaceLisbon, Portugaloffers free stopovers in Porto and Lisbon
  • IberiaPlaceMadrid, SpainStopover Hola Madrid program
  • Prado museumMuseumMadrid, Spain20% off tickets
  • IcelandAirPlaceReykjavík, Icelandoffers free Reykjavik stopovers
  • Qatar AirwaysPlaceDoha, Qataroffers hotel bundle for stopovers in Doha
  • Louvre MuseumMuseumParis, France
  • Shangri-La Yanuca IslandHotelNadi, Fiji
  • VOMO islandHotelNadi, Fiji
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Atlas ObscuraAug 20

Isis Heiligtum (Isis and Magna Mater Temple) in Mainz, Germany

What do you do when you've built a shopping mall but you find an ancient Roman temple underneath part of it? If you are in Mainz, Germany, you build the mall up around it, but leave it in place to be a hidden museum to the past. This is the "Isis-Heiligtum" (Isis Temple) in Mainz, Germany, preserved in place beneath the Römerpassage shopping mall within an easy 10-minute walk from Mainz Hauptba…

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  • Isis-HeiligtumMuseumdual temple to Isis and Cybele preserved beneath a mall
  • RömerpassageSightshopping mall where the Isis Temple is located
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Lonely PlanetAug 19

12 of the top things to do in Munich

With its sprawling parks, sensational museums and (yes) lots of beer, Munich is hard to resist. Here are 12 of the top things you can do in the city.

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National GeographicAug 19

Inside the World's Largest Model Railway in Germany

Hamburg’s Miniatur Wunderland is a place of pilgrimage for railway modellers — and author Oliver Smith is one of them.

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  • Miniatur WunderlandAttractionHamburg, GermanyWorld's largest model railway system.
  • SpeicherstadtAttractionHamburg, GermanyWarehouse district where Miniatur Wunderland is located.
  • ProvenceSightAvignon, FranceLavender fields are represented in the model.
  • Cinque TerreSightLa Spezia, ItalyItalian trains run along its littoral in the model.
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Atlas ObscuraAug 18

Kloster Eberbach in Eltville am Rhein, Germany

Perched on a sun-drenched slope in Eltville am Rhein, Kloster Eberbach stands as a masterpiece of Cistercian architecture, founded in 1136 by twelve monks seeking isolation and spiritual rigor. The abbey is famous for its vast, column-free Romanesque grain barn and its historic wine cellars, which have been producing Rheingau Rieslings for nearly nine centuries, making it a pivotal site in the…

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  • Kloster EberbachSightMasterpiece of Cistercian architecture, founded in 1136.
  • KlosterschänkeRestaurantDine in former monks' hall with panoramic vineyard views.
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National GeographicAug 17

In Search of Germany’s Best Pickles by Bike

To see how the Spreewald is coping, I embarked on a Tour de Pickle across the region on the Gurkenradweg (“pickle cycling trail” because, of course there’s a German word for it) in search of not only ...

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The GuardianAug 15

20 of the best cabins, campsites and hotels in Europe’s mountains, lakes and forests

From a 500-year-old inn in the Italian Dolomites to a log cabin in Finland’s lake district, these boltholes offer a tranquil and restorative getaway Continue reading...

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  • ZugspitzeSightGarmisch-Partenkirchen, GermanyGermany's highest peak.
  • Rifugio Val di TognoHotelCarnale, ItalyRenovated mountain hideout with valley views, all-inclusive meals.
  • LermooserHotelLermoos, AustriaDesign B&B converted from an old train station.
  • Tuftl AlmSightLermoos, AustriaViewpoint accessible by hike.
  • RøisheimHotelJotunheimen, NorwayHistoric turf-roofed hotel since 1858.
  • GaldhøpiggenSightJotunheimen, NorwayNorway's tallest mountain.
  • SpiterstulenPlaceJotunheimen, NorwayStarting point for quicker mountain routes.
  • Karls MittenwaldHotelMittenwald, GermanyApartments in a former bakery with a cafe.
  • LauterseeSightMittenwald, GermanyLake for swimming.
  • Isar RiverSightMittenwald, GermanyRiver source accessible by cycling.
  • KarwendelbräuRestaurantMittenwald, GermanyGermany's highest brewery.
  • GerhardhofHotelMieming, AustriaSustainability-minded campsite with a swimming pond.
  • 1477 ReichhalterHotelLana, ItalyRestaurant with eight bedrooms in a historic building.
  • VigiljochSightLana, ItalyMountain with views from room balcony.
  • Braunsberg CastleSightLana, ItalyCastle with views from room balcony.
  • Villa ArnicaHotelLana, ItalySister hotel with a kitchen garden.
  • BriolHotelBarbiano, ItalyRenovated modernist Bauhaus style hotel.
  • Eisack valleySightBarbiano, ItalyValley with mountain meadow views.
  • StugbaatHotelBengtsfors, SwedenCollection of five houseboats on Lake Lelång.
  • EgersknattenSightBengtsfors, SwedenMountain to climb.
  • straw museumMuseumBengtsfors, SwedenMuseum in Bengtsfors.
  • microbreweryRestaurantTorrskog, SwedenBrewery in Torrskog.
  • NaturbynHotelVärmland, SwedenSeven off-grid cabins on Lake Eldan.
  • SeebenseeSightLermoos, Austria
  • DrachenseeSightLermoos, Austria
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The GuardianAug 14

‘It’s one huge adventure playground’: readers’ best summer trips in the lakes and mountains of Europe

From the Alpine meadows of Bavaria to a pristine lake in Italy and the pilgrim routes of the Pyrenees, here are some of your favourite discoveries. • Tell us about a lesser known European island – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Haldensee is a clear, sparkling cold lake located at the bottom of the Tannheimer Tal valley in the Austrian Alps (about 90 miles south-west of Munich). We vis…

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  • BMW MuseumMuseumMunich, Germanyexcellent museum, part of which is free
  • HaldenseeSightTannheimer Tal, Austriaclear, sparkling cold lake at the bottom of Tannheimer Tal valley
  • Allgäu AlpsSightTannheimer Tal, Austriawalk through dense forest, ski lift takes you up
  • Bad Kissinger HütteRestaurantTannheimer Tal, Austriaserves apfelschorle, warming soups and seasonal bakes
  • Northern Lake GardaSightLake Garda, Italymountains tower above, huge adventure playground
  • Ponale mountain roadTrailLake Garda, Italywinds through tunnels with spectacular lake views
  • Ponale AltoRestaurantLake Garda, Italyenjoy a hearty pasta dish with local beer or wine
  • Tour du Mont Blanc walkTrailLa Fouly, SwitzerlandLa Fouly is a hub for this famous walk
  • Lacs de FenêtreSightLa Fouly, Switzerlandwalk to these lakes, hear rock ptarmigans and marmots
  • Camping des GlaciersHotelLa Fouly, Switzerlandcamp by cool, fast-flowing rivers
  • Kamnik-Savinja AlpsSightLogar Valley, Sloveniafoot of the mountains, explore on foot or by bike
  • Rinka waterfallSightLogar Valley, Sloveniaeasy trail to this 90-metre waterfall
  • Lago di MonateSightMonate, Italyspring-fed lake with freshest swimming water
  • Il CoppaleRestaurantMonate, Italygrassy beach with sunbeds, reasonable evening meal
  • WeitseeSightRuhpolding, GermanyThe lake itself is separated into a shallow western and a deeper eastern part by a mountain peninsula.
  • almRestaurantRuhpolding, Germanymountain refuge serving local milk, beer, meat and cheese
  • VelosudTrailPyrenees, Francesignposted route in the foothills of the Pyrenees
  • LödenseeSightRuhpolding, Germany
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Atlas ObscuraAug 7

Lenné-Dreieck in Berlin, Germany

On Potsdamer Platz stands one of many remnants of the Berlin Wall around the city, in this case preserving the graffiti and chewing gum from immediately after the wall's demise. However, the land to the west of that particular portion of the wall was actually in East Berlin, a de facto no man's land that lay barren for over 40 years. The Lenné-Dreieck (Lenné Triangle) actually exists thanks to…

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Atlas ObscuraAug 3

Braun Collection in Kronberg im Taunus, Germany

If you like design museums and are a fan of industrial design, you must make a pilgrimage to the Braun Sammlung. This gem is hidden away on the second floor of what is essentially a German strip mall. It is managed by a dedicated non-profit association ( Förderkreis BraunSammlung e.V. ) in close collaboration with the Braun brand, headquartered around the corner. Today, you can still buy a Brau…

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National GeographicAug 2

8 music trips that will sing to travelers with a taste for rhythm

Whether you dream of mixing techno in Germany or learning tango in Argentina, these trips bring you closer to the world’s most iconic music scenes. Berlin has some of the world’s most famous techno ...

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  • BerghainNightclubBerlin, Germanysymbol of modern sensualism in the city
  • Brandenburg GateSightBerlin, GermanyOne of the best-known landmarks of the country, it was erected on the site of a former city gate that marked the start…
  • ReichstagAttractionBerlin, Germanyparliament building mentioned in context of city's past
  • KreuzbergNeighborhoodBerlin, Germanyneighborhood where music producer opens his studio
  • TresorNightclubBerlin, Germanyone of the world's most famous techno nightclubs
  • Arena di VeronaAttractionVerona, Italystriking open-air amphitheatre for opera performances
  • Avenida CorrientesSightBuenos Aires, Argentinamain avenue with traditional parrillas and cafes
  • Andy Sexton's studioPlaceBerlin, Germanymusic producer opens studio for DJ masterclasses
  • La TraviataPlaceVerona, Italyopera performance at Arena di Verona
  • La Bella VitaHotelVenice, Italyhotel barge sailing out of San Marco Basin
  • Teatro BibienaTheatreMantua, Italygrand, bell-shaped theatre where Mozart performed
  • Clement De FreitasPlaceSan Juan, Puerto Ricolocal guide for walking tours in San Juan
  • Mural de Doña FelaSightSan Juan, Puerto Ricobackdrop for music videos by Bad Bunny and J Balvin
  • Cathedral QuarterQuarterBelfast, United Kingdomarea in Belfast with cherished watering holes
  • Duke of YorkPubBelfast, United Kingdompub that was bombed in 1972
  • Harp BarBarBelfast, United Kingdompub mirroring a 1920s speakeasy with ruby-red decor
  • St Anne’s CathedralPlace of worshipBelfast, United Kingdomcathedral with Spire of Hope glistening above rooftops
  • Museo del Baile FlamencoMuseumSeville, Spainexplores flamenco history in an 18th-century palace
  • TrianaNeighborhoodSeville, Spainneighborhood where flamenco evolved from Roma communities
  • The Kora WorkshopPlaceKafountine, Senegalholds week-long courses in learning the kora
  • Kafountine marketsMarketKafountine, Senegalbusy markets with stalls overflowing with handicrafts
  • Mississippi Blues TrailTrailMississippi, United Statesself-guided drive dedicated to 200-plus exhibits and places
  • Alamo TheatreSightMississippi, United Stateshosted Nat King Cole and Dorothy Moore
  • AbastoNeighborhoodBuenos Aires, Argentinaart deco neighborhood where Carlos Gardel once lived
  • Bernauer Strasse Berlin Wall MemorialSightBerlin, Germany
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Lonely PlanetAug 1

16 things to know before visiting Switzerland

Get a true taste of the Swiss good life using these top planning, etiquette and transportation tips.

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  • BachseeSightGrindelwald, Switzerlandnear Grindelwald
  • RegaPlaceSwitzerlandSwitzerland's air rescue service
  • SBB CFF FFSPlaceSwitzerlandSwitzerland's rail service
  • Lac LémanSightLausanne, Switzerlandproper name for Lake Geneva
  • VierwaldstätterseeSightLucerne, Switzerlandproper name for Lake Lucerne
  • BodenseeSightConstance, Germanyproper name for Lake Constance
  • fondueRestaurantSwitzerlanddrink only wine with this dish
  • ChasselasRestaurantSwitzerlanddry Swiss white wine for fondue
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Lonely PlanetJul 30

The 12 Best Greek Islands

From Santorini to Crete, discover the best of the Greek islands.

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  • OktoberfestFestivalMunich, Germanyserving beer
  • National Marine ParkSightAlonissos, Greecehome to turtles, dolphins, monk seals
  • Peristera Underwater MuseumMuseumAlonissos, Greecedive down to a Classical-era shipwreck
  • Rhodes TownFerry terminalRhodes, Greecerewards history lovers
  • Bath of AphroditeSightKythira, Greecenatural pool on east coast of Kythira
  • Seychelles BeachSightIkaria, Greecefrost-white, boulder-speckled with azure waters
  • Afianes WineryRestaurantIkaria, Greecefamily-run, high in vine-strewn hills
  • ThermaSightIkaria, Greecesulfur-rich hot springs
  • HoraNeighborhoodAlonissos, Greecewhitewashed alleys and pavement cafés
  • Kourtaliotiko GorgeTrailCrete, Greecerugged gorge at Preveli beach mouth
  • VaïSightCrete, Greecegolden sand beach fringed by date palms
  • ElafonisiSightCrete, Greecerose-hued sand, low dunes, turquoise water
  • Dikteon CaveSightCrete, Greecestalactite-encrusted cave where Zeus was born
  • Samaria GorgeTrailCrete, Greecedramatic path through sheer rock walls
  • Palace of KnossosMuseumCrete, Greecegrand capital of Minoan Crete
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 29

Fall Asleep in Paris, Wake Up in Berlin on European Sleeper's Wallet-Friendly Overnight Route

Caitlin Gunther embraces the slow travel trend as she trundles between two of Europe's buzziest cities on a new sleeper service route, armed with snacks and Sauvignon Blanc.

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 29

How We Pulled It Off: A Palace Wedding on the Bulgarian Coast Full of Happy Color

The celebration took place by the Black Sea, but the color palette was anything but.

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  • IDo EventsPlaceBerlin, GermanyBerlin-based firm specializing in destination weddings.
  • EuxinogradSightVarna, BulgariaFormer summer palace of Bulgarian monarchy; wedding venue.
  • Boutique Hotel OasisHotelVarna, BulgariaHosted welcome dinner; luxury getaway on private beach.
  • Lussó by BorisoviPlaceSofia, BulgariaSofia-based florist willing to take on unique challenges.
  • L'Instant CateringRestaurantSofia, BulgariaAcclaimed catering company from Sofia; grew its own food.
  • EversoPlaceVarna, BulgariaAdaptive artist collective band; immersive and fun.
  • Julist QuartetPlaceVarna, BulgariaProvided strings for a more romantic vibe during ceremony.
  • Internet ToursPlaceLos Angeles, United StatesLos Angeles-based travel agent; Ekaterina Budevska.
  • Thracian CliffsSightVarna, BulgariaDramatic coastal area; hosted golf outing and spa day.
  • shopska salataRestaurantVarna, BulgariaTraditional Bulgarian cold salad; fresh and delicious.
  • Garash cakeRestaurantSofia, BulgariaTraditional Bulgarian cake; brownie nodded toward it.
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Atlas ObscuraJul 29

These Five Unique Events Are Worth a Detour This Weekend

If you’re looking to liven up your weekend plans, we’ve got you covered, with unique event listings around the world. Find exciting events in Amsterdam , Berlin , Boston , Chicago , London , Los Angeles , New York City , Paris , Prague , Rome , San Francisco , Seattle , Tokyo , and Washington, D.C. In New York , you can dive into the world of thrift and vintage fashion at ThriftCon NYC , where…

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  • ThriftCon NYCMarketNew York, United StatesThrift and vintage fashion with curated streetwear and collectibles.
  • California Science CenterMuseumLos Angeles, United StatesThe museum includes many exhibits of aircraft and spacecraft, including Space Shuttle…
  • LA Brewsology Beer FestFestivalLos Angeles, United StatesCraft beer exploration event held at the Science Center.
  • Ghana Party in the ParkFestivalLondon, United KingdomCelebration of Ghanaian culture with music, fashion, and marketplace.
  • Prague Pride FestivalFestivalPrague, CzechiaLGBTQ+ celebration with parade, concerts, workshops, and debates.
  • Jerry DayFestivalSan Francisco, United StatesAnnual celebration honoring Jerry Garcia with live music.
  • Jerry Garcia AmphitheaterTheatreSan Francisco, United StatesIts maximum capacity is 1,200 people.
  • McLaren ParkParkSan Francisco, United States
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Lonely PlanetJul 29

The best sleeper-train journeys across Europe

The movement to make travel more sustainable has boosted demand for sleeper trains. Here are nine routes that get you to a new destination by dawn.

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  • Swedish RailwaysPlaceEuroNight route between Germany and Sweden
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  • ChopinPublic artworkMunich, Germanynight train from Munich to Warsaw
  • Intercity NottePlaceItalynight train services run by Trenitalia
  • European SleeperPlaceBrussels, Belgiumservice from Brussels to Berlin and Prague
  • EuroNightPlaceZurich, Switzerlandservice from Zürich to Zagreb
  • Night Riviera SleeperPlaceLondon, United Kingdomsouthwest from London’s Paddington Station to Penzance
  • Caledonian SleeperPlaceLondon, United Kingdomtrain from Euston Station to Scotland
  • Ben NevisTrailScotland, United KingdomUK's highest peak and one of Scotland's best-loved hikes
  • SnälltågetPlaceBerlin, Germanyseasonal night services from Berlin and Hamburg to Stockholm
  • IsterPlaceBudapest, Hungaryovernight adventure from Budapest to Bucharest
  • Trondheim to BodøPlaceTrondheim, Norwayovernight trip in Norway
  • Petit Train JaunePlaceLatour-de-Carol, Francescenic, narrow-gauge train from Latour-de-Carol
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Atlas ObscuraJul 28

Find Something Fun and Unique to Do With Event Listings on Atlas Obscura

You can now find exciting and unique events around the world on Atlas Obscura in Amsterdam , Berlin , Boston , Chicago , London , Los Angeles , New York City , Paris , Prague , Rome , San Francisco , Seattle , Tokyo , and ​ Washington, D.C. ! From quirky festivals and behind the scenes museum tours to food experiences, performances, lectures, and seasonal celebrations, AO’s new Events listings…

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Lonely PlanetJul 27

The 19 best things to do in Germany

Water sports, hikes, culture and castles galore.

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  • East Side GalleryGalleryBerlin, Germany1.3km stretch of Berlin Wall covered in murals
  • Tempelhofer FeldSightBerlin, Germanyformer airport in Berlin, now a park
  • RuhrgebietNeighborhoodEssen, Germanyregion with repurposed industrial infrastructure
  • Zeche ZollvereinAttractionEssen, Germanyformer coal-mining complex with museums
  • Landschaftspark Duisburg-NordSightDuisburg, Germanydecommissioned ironworks with diving center
  • ZugspitzeSightGarmisch-Partenkirchen, GermanyGermany's highest mountain with cable car
  • EibseeSightGarmisch-Partenkirchen, Germanylake at the base of Zugspitze
  • Deutsche WeinstrasseTrailNeustadt an der Weinstraße, Germanyroute connecting vineyards and restaurants
  • Hambacher SchlossAttractionNeustadt an der Weinstraße, Germanyhilltop location known for democracy protests
  • BottleStopsPlaceMainz, Germanyoffers excellent wine tours in English
  • SchlenkerlaRestaurantBamberg, GermanyAecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier.
  • Kölner DomPlace of worshipCologne, GermanyGothic cathedral in Cologne
  • Hohenzollern BridgeViewpointCologne, Germanybridge with love locks overlooking the Rhine
  • Nazi Party Rally GroundsMuseumNuremberg, Germanysite with imposing structures from Nazi era
  • Memorium Nuremberg TrialsMuseumNuremberg, Germanyexamines the trials of leading Nazi figures
  • Schloss NeuschwansteinAttractionSchwangau, Germany19th-century castle, inspired Walt Disney
  • Würzburg ResidenzSightWürzburg, Germany18th-century palace famed for staircase and frescoes
  • Schloss NymphenburgSightMunich, Germanyformer summer residence of Bavarian rulers
  • FriedrichsbadPlaceBaden-Baden, GermanyRenaissance-style building with multi-station bathing circuit
  • SyltNeighborhoodWesterland, Germanylargest of the North Frisian Islands
  • AllgäuTrain stationKempten, Germanyregion known for cheese, Alpine dairies
  • HoimatRestaurantEschach, Germanysoft cheese experts in a restored barn
  • Brauerei SpezialRestaurantBamberg, Germany
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Atlas ObscuraJul 24

These Five Fun Events Are Worth a Detour

If you’re looking to liven up your weekend plans, we’ve got you covered, with unique event listings around the world. Find more exciting events in Amsterdam , Berlin , Boston , Chicago , London , Los Angeles , New York City , Paris , Prague , Rome , San Francisco , Seattle , Tokyo , and Washington, D.C. Flevopark becomes an unlikely stage for the unconventional when No Art Festival takes over t…

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  • No Art FestivalFestivalAmsterdam, The Netherlandsunconventional performances and pioneering sounds
  • Chinatown Summer FairFestivalChicago, United Statesspirited street celebration with lion dances
  • Seafair WeekendFestivalSeattle, United Stateshydroplane races and aerial performances
  • OtakonFestivalWashington, United StatesAsian pop culture, anime, and music celebration
  • Washu FestivalFestivalTokyo, Japancelebration of Japanese sake culture
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Lonely PlanetJul 24

Why you should visit Leipzig, Germany

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Lonely PlanetJul 23

The 23 best destinations for solo travel

Solo travel can be one of the most rewarding and memorable ways to experience a new place. These locations around the world are ideal for an adventure alone.

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  • Ring RoadTrailIcelandeasily navigable route circling Iceland
  • Sky LagoonSightReykjavík, Icelandtourist-packed thermal pool
  • AlfamaNeighborhoodLisbon, Portugalcobbled, alley-woven district to wander early
  • Golden CircleSightReykjavík, Icelandroute for day trips from Reykjavík
  • LaugardalslaugSightReykjavík, Icelandlocal favorite thermal pool
  • ManteigariaCaféLisbon, Portugalcozy bakery for pastel de nata
  • A GinjinhaRestaurantLisbon, Portugalcubby-hole bar for ginjinha
  • ChoraNeighborhoodAlonissos, Greeceold capital with cat-prowled alleys, white-blue houses, pavement cafes
  • National Marine ParkSightAlonissos, Greecehome to turtles, dolphins, rare Mediterranean monk seals
  • Peristera Underwater MuseumMuseumAlonissos, Greecedive down to a classical-era shipwreck
  • Copper CoastPubWaterford, Irelandrugged coast in County Waterford, Ireland
  • Waterford TreasuresMuseumWaterford, Irelandseries of quirky museums
  • Medieval MuseumMuseumWaterford, IrelandThe only dedicated Museum Quarter in Ireland.
  • Irish Wake MuseumMuseumWaterford, IrelandVisit the Irish Wake Museum - Rituals of Death page of Waterford Treasures.
  • PinakothekMuseumMunich, Germanytrio of museums for centuries of art
  • Residenz MünchenMuseumMunich, Germanyroyal halls to explore
  • BMW MuseumMuseumMunich, GermanyA museum like no other.
  • ViktualienmarktMarketMunich, Germanyalfresco market for picnic goods
  • Englischer GartenParkMunich, Germanylarge urban park with Eisbach river
  • Miradouro de Santa CatarinaViewpointLisbon, Portugal
  • Museum of TimeMuseumWaterford, Ireland
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 22

These 16 Affordable Hotels in Europe Are Buzzy, Beautiful, and Under $300 a Night

From boutique city breaks to seaside stays, these are the budget-friendly gems to know about in Europe.

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  • The Hoxton, FlorenceHotelFlorence, ItalyOccupies a Renaissance palazzo and a modernist structure.
  • BornetaHotelBarcelona, SpainCozy hotel in Barcelona's Born neighborhood with rooftop access.
  • Hotel RochechouartRestaurantParis, FranceArt Deco relic with well-designed rooms and a nightclub.
  • The VintageHotelLisbon, PortugalBoutique hotel with a chic midcentury theme and vintage bar carts.
  • The July - Boat & Co.HotelAmsterdam, The NetherlandsFormer warehouse with open-plan bar, restaurant, and colorful rooms.
  • Il Palazzo ExperimentalHotelVenice, ItalyBased in a former shipping company head office on Zattere promenade.
  • Numo IerapetraHotelIerapetra, GreeceAdults-only retreat on a black-sand beach with a standout restaurant.
  • Ace Hotel & Swim Club AthensHotelAthens, GreeceHomage to Greek Riviera's golden era with a French-American restaurant.
  • Mama Shelter RomaHotelRome, ItalyBold, pop-art themed hotel with candy-colored decor and yellow bathrooms.
  • Palacio de TaviraHotelTavira, PortugalRenovated palace and Moorish-style cubes with a restaurant serving seafood.
  • The DeanHotelBerlin, GermanyPairs bold design with cultural connectivity and a food concept.
  • Hotel OttiliaHotelCopenhagen, DenmarkHoused in a former grain storage building with a rooftop bar.
  • Lopota LakeHotelLopota, GeorgiaSprawling resort with lake or mountain views and diverse dining options.
  • Hotel AmourHotelNice, FranceNice hotel.
  • Palazzo PreviteraHotelSicily, ItalySicily hotel.
  • Savona 18 SuitesHotelMilan, ItalyMilan suites.
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The GuardianJul 21

Exploring Germany’s East Frisian islands: mudflats, marshes and millions of birds

The seven inhabited isles off the North Sea coast, part of a Unesco world heritage site, are a sanctuary for wildlife – with great hotels and restaurants too ‘Can you hear that?” my guide Andrea Wellmeyer asks as I sink a little deeper into the wet ground, cold mud seeping between my toes. When the wind drops, I detect a faint but distinct crackling, similar to the rustle of a sweet wrapper or…

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  • Wadden SeaSightNorderney, Germanymudflats, a sanctuary for wildlife and migrating birds
  • Ostfriesische InselnSightEast Frisian Islands, Germanyseven inhabited isles, part of a Unesco world heritage site
  • Lower Saxon Wadden Sea national parkSightEast Frisian Islands, Germanyestablished in 1986, part of Unesco world heritage site
  • Inselloft NorderneyHotelNorderney, Germanymodern hotel near the sea
  • OktopussyRestaurantNorderney, GermanyMichelin-recommended, serves scallops with miso-cauliflower purée
  • MarienhöheCaféNorderney, Germanydune-top pavilion built over 100 years ago
  • Weiße DüneSightNorderney, Germanypopular stretch of beach on Norderney
  • Silt & SandHotelLangeoog, Germanydesign hotel just behind the dunes, opened last year
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Atlas ObscuraJul 20

The House of David Bowie in Berlin, Germany

The house is nothing special, and the neighborhood even less so. Flanked by a tattoo parlor and a physiotherapy clinic, the entrance to Hauptstraße 155 is an archway made of cast cement stone—a common feature of the Gründerzeit (Wilhelminian era)—featuring a massive oak door decorated with cast-iron floral ornaments. The door lock has two keyholes set at a 90-degree angle to each other, designe…

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Atlas ObscuraJul 20

Liebesweg (Love Lane) Poppenhausen in Poppenhausen, Germany

Since 2012, the village of Poppenhausen has had its own Love Lane, a hiking trail especially for lovers. Located on a trail on a hill above the village in the beautiful Rhön mountains, the 2.5 km trail leads past various installations on the subject of love. The „Liebesweg“ in Poppenhausen was the first love-themed path in Germany. The fact that the love path is, of all places, in Poppenhausen,…

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Atlas ObscuraJul 20

Kleinkastell Holzheimer Unterwald in Pohlheim, Germany

To protect their borders, the “Roman Empire” built the “Limes”, a fortified line, which was a protective barrier to keep the enemies out. This border line can be traced through whole Europe, and all through Germany. The parts in Germany are called the “Rhaetian Limes” and “Upper Germanian Limes”. In some places the borderline, guard towers or forts can still be viewed. Since 2005 the “Limes” an…

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 20

The 20 Most Beautiful Towns in the World for Every Type of Traveler

From fourth-century temple ruins to UNESCO-listed neighborhoods, these quaint getaways prove that bigger isn’t always better.

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  • Luna Volcán, Adventure SPAHotelGöreme, TurkeyRomantic retreat perfect for couples or solo travelers
  • Lake BledSightBled, SloveniaPopular site with emerald waters and castle
  • Vila BledRestaurantBled, SloveniaLocated in former president Tito's old mansions
  • Islam Khodja complexSightKhiva, UzbekistanTurquoise dome in the old Itchan Kala fortress
  • Itchan KalaMuseumKhiva, UzbekistanOld fortress with mud-brick architecture
  • Penglipuran villageNeighborhoodPenglipuran, IndonesiaTraditional village showing ancient Balinese houses
  • Siwa OasisNeighborhoodSiwa, EgyptDesert oasis with ancient stone castle and fortress tower
  • ReiterlesmarktMarketRothenburg ob der Tauber, GermanyOne of the best Christmas markets in Germany
  • Romantik Hotel MarkusturmHotelRothenburg ob der Tauber, GermanyHotel with wood-paneled restaurant and antique-filled rooms
  • Mandawa KothiHotelMandawa, India
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BBC TravelJul 19

Road Trips

This Arctic journey takes travellers further east than St Petersburg, through a landscape of empty beaches, seabirds and forgotten villages where Europe finally runs out. Located almost entirely in ...

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  • Fairy Tale RouteTrail600km route in Germany
  • Elsewhere
  • Route 66RestaurantSpringfield, United Stateslegendary name was born in Springfield
  • Angel DelgadilloPlaceSeligman, United Stateswelcomes travellers to Seligman, Arizona
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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

The Tax Screw in Berlin, Germany

The Rehberge in the Wedding district is a green space that was originally a dune landscape of the Berlin glacial valley ( Urstromtal ). Illegal logging after the First World War led to the silting up of the terrain, so much so that the Rehberge could even be used as a backdrop for a desert film during the silent film era. When the Rehberge was redesigned as a landscape park, first in 1918/19 an…

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  • RehbergeTrain stationGreen space redesigned as a landscape park with a former toboggan run.
  • Sickle Dune RidgeSightA ridge with a 20-meter incline, formerly used for a toboggan run.
  • Death RunSightCult toboggan run in the Rehberge park, known for causing bruises.
  • SteuerschraubeSightReconstruction of a fountain honoring the Rathenaus, nicknamed 'Tax Screw'.
  • High TrailTrail
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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

Curry & Chili Imbiß in Berlin, Germany

Berlin is full of superlatives—bigger, better, higher, deeper, older. Being number one in some category or another is a sales-boosting unique selling proposition . If you say to someone in the Wedding district that they are " der Schärfste " (literally, "the sharpest"), this is youth slang from a bygone generation of the eighties for "the best, coolest, most beautiful, etc." At this place, whic…

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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

The Darß Front Doors Path in Prerow, Germany

Very special front doors can be found on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. These richly decorated and brightly painted doors date back to the 18th century. Since 2018, they are officially part of UNESCO World Heritage. In the small town of Prerow, you can marvel at particularly beautiful examples of front doors on a Front Doors Path. Fischland-Darß-Zingst in…

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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

COOP Anti War Cafe in Berlin, Germany

Among the Berlin oddities described in Atlas Obscura , the COOP Anti-War Café likely takes first place for sheer quirkiness and eccentricity. Rochstrasse is a prime location—Hackescher Markt and Alexanderplatz are just around the corner, parking is monitored 24/7, and the streets are lined with chic shops and restaurants. Then, sandwiched between two high-priced boutiques, "Wood Wood Men" and "…

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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

Computer Game Museum Berlin in Berlin, Germany

As of 2025/2026, Berlin is home to no fewer than 175 museums and collections. Among them are the temples of high culture—places where one can practically torture children—featuring dusty exhibits, endless explanations of cultural context, and, in the case of contemporary art, over-the-top essays on the intended "depth" of the works, ensuring the curators' 20 semesters of art history weren't in…

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Atlas ObscuraJul 15

’Tropfsteinmaschine, 1996-2496‘ in Hamburg, Germany

The Hamburger Kunsthalle houses almost 91,000 works of art. The most famous of these is undoubtedly Caspar David Friedrich’s 'Wanderer über dem Nebelmeer' (Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog). However, among the various collections on display, one modest piece might easily pass unnoticed in the Contemporary Art section. In the basement of the 'Galerie der Gegenwart' (Gallery of Contemporary Art), a…

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AfarJul 13

This New 2,000 Mile Hiking Trail Crosses 6 Countries in Europe

It’s not every day that a thru-hiker gets to test a new trail, especially one that is 2,171 miles long and passes through six countries. But that’s exactly what Lauren Roerick, a Canadian ...

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