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See. Söderåsen national park Explore one of Europe's largest protected broadleaf woods, offering wild swimming and spectacular hiking trails. Östergötland archipelago Discover a quieter, less crowded sprawl of 9,000 islands on Sweden's east coast. Lund Cathedral Visit the crypt to see the legendary figures of the giant Finn and his family. Gann Church Wander among the carefully restored ruins of a 13th-century church on Gotland.

Eat. crayfish at a Swedish summer party Participate in a traditional Swedish summer party by cracking crayfish.

Stay. Villa Söderåsen Stay in this grand timber-framed guesthouse at the entrance of Söderåsen national park. Arkösunds hotell Slip out of this pretty clapboard hotel, opened in 1895, on Arkösund bay.

Lonely PlanetAug 20, 2026

15 of the most beautiful cemeteries to visit around the world

These beautiful cemeteries bring together history, architecture and landscape in spaces designed for remembrance and reflection.

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  • Highgate CemeteryPlaceLondon, United KingdomVolunteer guides run 75-minute tours.
  • SkogskyrkogårdenSightStockholm, SwedenA guided tour spotlights the history and architecture.
  • Julius Beer's mausoleumSightLondon, United KingdomModelled on the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus.
  • George Michael's understated graveSightLondon, United KingdomMarked with his birth name, Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou.
  • Hampstead HeathParkLondon, United KingdomThis grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to…
  • Holly VillageTrailLondon, United KingdomA Victorian Gothic gated community.
  • GlasnevinSuburbDublin, IrelandSign up for a guided tour to know more about Irish history.
  • Daniel O'Connell's cryptSightDublin, IrelandClimb its 198 steps for sweeping views of Dublin.
  • Botanic GardensGardenDublin, IrelandLocated in Glasnevin, Dublin, and Kilmacurragh, Co.
  • Glasgow NecropolisSightGlasgow, United KingdomA tour explains how those buried here helped build Glasgow.
  • Bridge of SighsSightGlasgow, United KingdomModeled on its Venetian namesake.
  • Monteath MausoleumSightGlasgow, United KingdomBased on Cambridge’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
  • John Knox MonumentSightGlasgow, United KingdomPredates the cemetery.
  • Provand's LordshipMuseumGlasgow, United KingdomIt is in the Townhead area, at the top of Castle Street within sight of Glasgow Cathedral and next to the St Mungo…
  • Atelier des LumièresArts centreParis, FranceDécouvrez l'Atelier des Lumières, un centre d'art numérique offrant des expositions immersives et digitales à Paris.
  • Greta Garbo's graveSightStockholm, SwedenMarked simply with her name in gold, per her wish.
  • PowązkiSightWarsaw, PolandTake a walking tour and time your visit for All Saints Day.
  • Irena Sendler's graveSightWarsaw, PolandHelped rescue 2500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto.
  • Warsaw Rising MuseumMuseumWarsaw, PolandThe institution of the museum was established in 1983, but no construction work took place for many years.
  • PrazeresSightLisbon, PortugalBest explored on a self-guided tour.
  • Palmela MausoleumSightLisbon, PortugalEurope's largest private mausoleum, holding up to 200 remains.
  • Merry CemeterySightSăpânța, RomaniaA walking tour covers Stan Ioan Pătraș's work in detail.
  • Gamla Enskede neighborhoodNeighborhoodStockholm, Sweden
  • Campo de Ourique MarketMarketLisbon, Portugal
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Lonely PlanetAug 19

13 of the best things to do in Stockholm

Start planning your visit to Stockholm with our pick of the city

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AfarAug 17

This Dreamy Swedish Island Has Perfected the Art of Summer

With farm stays, flea markets, and pristine nature reserves, a road trip around Gotland offers the ideal sunny escape.

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  • Villa VillekullaAttractionVisby, SwedenShe lives there with her horse, Lilla Gubben, and monkey, Mr.
  • Lilla BjersRestaurantVisby, SwedenOrganic farm with enticingly ripe vegetables
  • SibbjänsHotelBurgsvik, SwedenBoutique inn, restaurant, and farm
  • Holmhällar nature reserveTrailKatthammarsvik, SwedenTrek up grass-covered cliffs to gaze at the sea
  • Liste GårdHotelLärbro, SwedenFormer farmhouse dating to the 18th century
  • Krakas KrogRestaurantLärbro, SwedenTiny restaurant serving spectacular dishes
  • Långmyre vineyardSightLärbro, SwedenVineyard producing crisp wine
  • Galleri GrönwallMuseumLärbro, SwedenArtist Sebastian Grönwall's studio
  • Hotel HelgeandHotelVisby, Sweden
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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 13

‘Living proof damaged landscapes can recover’: exploring a vast restored forest in southern Sweden

Söderåsen national park is one of Europe’s largest protected broadleaf woods, offering wild swimming, spectacular hiking trails and an inspiring story of regeneration From the bus window, the ridge looks like a giant slumbering beast stretched deep green across the flat farmland. “It feels alive,” I say to the woman beside me. “Yes,” she answers. “It is where you would run for safety, don’t you…

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The GuardianJul 30

My slow Swedish summer on the tranquil islands of Östergötland

Small boats and kayaks connect the sparse communities and flourishing wildlife living on the thousands of islets on the Baltic coast At 5am on Arkösund bay, it is so light it could be midday. I slip out of the pretty clapboard Arkösunds hotell , opened in 1895, as a small boat putters into the Baltic Sea, the sun sparkling on its calm waters. A wooden boardwalk invites me on to a string of tiny…

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AfarJul 29

These 6 National Parks in Europe Have Glacial Lakes, Nearby Chalets, and Way Fewer Tourists

Climbing a 396-step metal staircase bolted to the side of an extinct volcanic crater in Iceland, I thought about how underrated many of Europe’s national parks are. There were no crowds nor viewpoints ...

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The GuardianJul 27

Tell us about a trip to the lakes and mountains of Europe

Share a tip on your favourite mountain or lakeside summer break in Europe – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break Europe’s lakes and mountains have seen a huge surge in summer tourism in recent years, as holidaymakers look for alternatives to the crowded coastal resorts of the Med. Whether it’s a walking holiday in the Tirol, a lakeside cabin stay in Scandinavia, or a spectacular tra…

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Lonely PlanetJul 23

Finland has a new Sauna Island. Here's where to sweat (and freeze) across the Nordics

Nothing gives you that inner glow like a sauna followed by a cold plunge. Here are the best sauna experiences in the Nordics.

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  • Allas Sea Pool and SaunaSightHelsinki, FinlandSeafront bathhouse with floating saunas and sea views.
  • SaunasaariSightHelsinki, FinlandNew island sauna with smoke sauna, cold plunge, and hot tub.
  • VasikkasaariSightHelsinki, FinlandIsland with smoke sauna, cold plunge, and open-fire cooking.
  • UunisaariSightHelsinki, FinlandAtmospheric island sauna with sea dips after steaming.
  • KulttuurisaunaSightHelsinki, FinlandMinimalist bathhouse with ecological heating and bay views.
  • LöylySightHelsinki, FinlandModern sauna powered by wind and water, with Baltic swims.
  • Allas PoolSightHelsinki, FinlandCentral bathhouse for steam, sea dips, and waterfront views.
  • SkySaunaSightHelsinki, FinlandGondola sauna gliding above Helsinki's skyline.
  • Wild Sauna BakkaSightAurland, NorwayBarrel sauna on shores of Nærøyfjord, Norway.
  • HvammsvíkSightHvalfjörður, IcelandGeothermal hot springs on shores of Hvalfjörður, Iceland.
  • Arctic BathHotelHarads, SwedenSpa hotel resembling a beaver's logjam on Lule River.
  • DueoddeSightBornholm, DenmarkBeach with soft sand and crystal clear sea on Bornholm.
  • West Coast Hasle HavnebadSightBornholm, DenmarkFloating harbor bath with pools, sauna, and sunsets.
  • SvalbadSightLongyearbyen, NorwayArchitect-designed floating sauna in Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
  • RÖKRestaurantHelsinki, Finland
  • Panorama SaunaSightHelsinki, Finland
  • Corner SaunaSightHelsinki, Finland
  • Sea GrillRestaurantHelsinki, Finland
  • Sky BarBarHelsinki, Finland
  • Sauna LauttaSightHelsinki, Finland
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AfarJul 20

4 Trips Where Expert Planning Makes All the Difference

From Borneo to the Amalfi Coast, these USTOA tour operators handle the logistics, planning, and local connections so travelers can focus on the experience. Some trips only come around once in a ...

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  • Little Mermaid statueSightCopenhagen, Denmarkguided sightseeing in Copenhagen
  • Christiansborg PalaceAttractionCopenhagen, Denmarkroyal reception rooms in Copenhagen
  • Kinabatangan RiverSightKinabatangan, Malaysiawildlife cruises often spot proboscis monkeys
  • Mulu National ParkSightMulu, Malaysiaincludes one of the largest cave chambers
  • SaluhallenMarketGothenburg, Swedenindoor food market to sample local specialties
  • Vasa MuseumMuseumStockholm, SwedenLocated on the island of Djurgården, the museum displays the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship that has ever…
  • Frogner ParkParkOslo, Norwaywalk through in Oslo
  • City HallSightOslo, Norwaysite of the annual Nobel Peace Prize ceremony
  • Sibelius MonumentPublic artworkHelsinki, FinlandSituated in Sibelius Park within Helsinki's Töölö district, the monument was designed by sculptor Eila Hiltunen, whose…
  • Suomenlinna FortressSightHelsinki, Finlandguided ferry excursion from Helsinki
  • ColosseumSightRome, ItalyIt is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, and is the largest standing amphitheatre in the world.
  • Roman ForumAttractionRome, ItalyCitizens of the ancient city referred to this space, originally a marketplace, as the Forum…
  • Old Town of StockholmNeighborhoodStockholm, Sweden
  • Lutheran CathedralSightHelsinki, Finland
  • Vatican MuseumsMuseumRome, Italy
  • Sistine ChapelSightRome, Italy
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Atlas ObscuraJul 17

Giant Finn Beneath Lund Cathedral in Centrala staden, Sweden

[ NOTE TO THE EDITOR: If this entry is published, please correct the geo header by replacing 'Centrala Staden' ('City Center') with ' Lund ' so that the place is properly included in the destination guide . ] - - - In the crypt of Lund Cathedral, two stone columns stand apart from the rest. A standing male figure grips one, arms wrapped around the stone as though trying to keep it in place. Aga…

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National GeographicJul 6

Go beyond the restaurant with these food experiences in Europe

Whether you’re cracking crayfish at a Swedish summer party, foraging in Alpine meadows or plucking grapes in a Portuguese grove, immersive food tours offer a fascinating insight into local culinary ...

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National GeographicJun 28

10 European food festivals you won't want to miss this summer

Whether they’re celebrating sardines, spicy sausage, plums or pickles, these events bring communities together with local food, traditional drinks and rich culinary cultures.

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The GuardianJun 26

Incredible panoramas, wildflower meadows and the odd wild horse: readers’ favourite walks in Europe

From cliffside views of Lake Garda to post-hike saunas in Sweden, you share your most memorable walking trips • Tell us about a cooler European coast – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher If you have a head for heights, then you can “walk with the gods” on the Sentiero degli Dei . It’s cut into the vertiginous hillside high above the Amalfi coast, offering heavenly views all the way to Cap…

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  • TravelmarPlaceAmalfi Coast, ItalyOffers combined bus and ferry ticket to walk start.
  • Sentiero degli DeiTrailAgerola, ItalyCut into hillside high above Amalfi coast, offers heavenly views.
  • BomeranoNeighborhoodAgerola, ItalyLovely hamlet where the walk starts.
  • Five Lakes hikeTrailZakopane, PolandMost beautiful hike in Poland, passes five glittering lakes.
  • Palenica BiałczańskaSightZakopane, PolandParking lot where the Five Lakes hike begins.
  • Dolinie Pięciu Stawów hutRestaurantZakopane, PolandStop here to enjoy a hearty żurek soup.
  • Morskie OkoSightZakopane, PolandMost storied lake in Poland, glittering far below.
  • ŻywiecRestaurantZakopane, PolandA lager to enjoy at the lakeside hut.
  • Ushguli to Mestia routeTrailMestia, GeorgiaPasses dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient towers, glacial pools.
  • Transcaucasian TrailTrailMestia, GeorgiaRoute passes through dramatic and beautiful mountain landscapes.
  • Kungsleden TrailTrailAbisko, SwedenWalked a section in Swedish Lapland, Arctic Circle.
  • Wildschönau valleyNeighborhoodWildschönau, AustriaOffers amazing hiking options accessible for the whole family.
  • NiederauSightWildschönau, AustriaTel.
  • JoelspitzeSightWildschönau, AustriaClimb offers 360-degree panoramas and gentian flowers.
  • Ruta del CaresTrailPoncebos, SpainIncredible hike through a canyon with tunnels.
  • Picos de EuropaSightPoncebos, SpainThe range is situated in the Autonomous Communities of Asturias, Cantabria and Castile and León.
  • CaínNeighborhoodPoncebos, SpainIdyllic hamlet reached after canyon tunnels.
  • EllbachseeblickViewpointBaiersbronn, GermanyStunning viewpoint on the hike.
  • Sankenbach waterfallSightBaiersbronn, GermanyWaterfall on the hike.
  • Konus cardPlaceFreudenstadt, GermanyIncludes public transport if staying in participating locations.
  • MännlichenSightWengen, SwitzerlandCable car up to the Panoramaweg trail.
  • AuffacSightWildschönau, Austria
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The GuardianJun 13

Journey into the midnight sun: my solo road trip to the top of Norway

I found cinematic landscapes, wild freedom and thousands of miles of perfect solitude on my campervan adventure through the Nordic countries It’s midnight, in June. Powder pink and dark grey clouds drift across a pallid sky, the palette reflecting in the motionless water of Lake Inari. Islets of pine and just-budding birch create pools of distorted shade close to the horizon of this 420 sq mile…

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OutsideMay 12

Sweden Has a Network of Secret Cabins—and You Can Stay in Them for Free

The nation’s famous public access law allows anyone to explore the wilderness—and that includes a network of more than 200 historic cottages where you can stay for the night at no cost. Here's how to find these secret shelters in the Swedish wild.

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Condé Nast TravelerMar 5

9 Dreamy Hotels Our Editors Are Booking This Summer

From villas on the Amalfi Coast to historic inns at the Jersey Shore, these one-of-a-kind properties are getting us excited for the sunshiny months ahead.

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  • Le SirenuseHotelPositano, ItalyIconic, family-owned jewel perched above the Amalfi Coast.
  • Virginia HotelHotelCape May, United StatesSeaside landmark hosting guests since 1879 in Cape May.
  • Ett HemHotelStockholm, SwedenCharming Arts and Crafts townhouse with midcentury-modern furniture.
  • Silver Sands Motel & Beach BungalowsHotelNorth Fork, United StatesHas firepits, fishing charters, and Flamingo Estate toiletries.
  • AmanyaraHotelProvidenciales, Turks and Caicos IslandsRetreat on Providenciales island with timber-shingled pavilions.
  • The Claremont HotelHotelSouthwest Harbor, United StatesOldest hotel on island with pool overlooking Somes Sound.
  • Brush Creek RanchHotelSaratoga, United StatesLuxury cabins with private decks and open-range views.
  • Madonna InnHotelSan Luis Obispo, United StatesMadonna Inn in San Luis Obispo offers 110 themed rooms, spa, pool, dining, bakery, shopping, and horseback riding—all…
  • Life Gallery Hotel & SpaHotelUbud, Indonesia
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 21

39 Best Airbnbs in Europe for Every Kind of Escape, From Aurora Chasing to Island Hopping

Plus, Austrian chalets, Irish castles, and more dreamy rentals.

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Atlas ObscuraNov 18, 2025

Gann’s Deserted Church in Lärbro, Sweden

Tucked into the quiet landscape of Gotland, the ruins of Gann Church tell a story of community ambition, changing fortunes, and the beauty of crumbling stone. Originally built in the 1200s—back when the local farms were thriving—Gann Church was a collective effort. Several farms banded together to build this solid little house of worship, complete with choir, nave, and tower. It was, by all acc…

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  • Gann ChurchSightRuins of a 1200s church, restored in 1924, open to wander.
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Atlas ObscuraNov 11, 2025

Smöjen Kalkbrottsbad in Sweden

This was once a hub of hard labour, covered in limestone dust, but has now become one of Gotland's most unexpectedly picturesque swimming holes. Then the island still relied on limestone quarries, this industrial complex was central. Today you no longer come across rock drills and wheelbarrows, but will definately stumple across a colourful floatie or flip-flop. Over the years, a team consistin…

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Atlas ObscuraOct 29, 2025

Ekebol’s Cave in Ekebol, Sweden

Ekebol's Cave is a manmade cave constructed in the late 1800s by the owner of the Baldersnäs mansion, located nearby. It was originally built as a party venue, and many wild Midsummer celebrations took place here. In 1868, King Karl XV visited Baldersnäs to inaugurate the Dalsland Canal. During his visit, he hosted a grand party in the cave. In 1956 the cave was bought and started serving as a…

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 24, 2025

28 Best Christmas Markets in Europe

Surrounded by snow-capped cathedrals and wooden chalets, these Christmas markets in Europe are as festive as it gets.

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