Ideas for a getaway
Aarhus (Denmark)
In the Danish province of Jutland it’s found Aarhus, with about 340,000 inhabitants. Of Viking origin, it is one of the most beautiful destinations in Denmark to spend the weekend. The old town where you can travel back in time is called Den Gamble By, which constitutes an entire open-air museum with dozens of the oldest buildings in the country. Follow the footsteps of the Vikings in the Vikingemuseet and in the museum Moesgaardvisit the art museum ARoSgo through the Åboulevarden and sit down and have a drink on one of its terraces.
Bologna (Italy)
Among the perfect European cities to visit during a short getaway is Bologna, in Italy. With just under 400,000 inhabitants and famous for its universitywill fascinate you with its historical heritage and its museums.
The National Art Gallery, the Civic Archaeological Museum, the MAMbo and the Cineteca are some of them. Enjoy the views from the top of the Torre degli Asinelliwalk through itto Piazza Maggiore and Via del Pratello, visit the Basilica of San Petronio and the Archiginnasio, and discover the Giardini Margherita in Bologna. And don’t forget to enjoy the delicious Italian cuisine in its wonderful restaurants.
Ghent (Belgium)
Ghent It is a Belgian city of about 265,000 inhabitants, perfect for a weekend getaway. You will be able to discover your industrial heritage and its university atmosphere, which make it one of the most entertaining destinations in Europe. You will love your channel networkas well as stroll through its old town where the cathedral, the castle, the St. Nicholas Church and the bell tower known as Belfort. And keep in mind that Ghent is only 35 minutes by train from Brussels.
Toulouse (France)
Between the cities Europeans that you can meet during a weekend, Toulouse It is one of the best options in France. Known as the Pink City by the color of the bricks of its buildings, take the tourist boat along the Canal du Midivisit the Space City and enter the historic center of Toulouse to see the Capitolethe basilica of San Saturnino, the Jacobin convent, the Victor Hugo Market and the basilica of Notre-Dame de la Dauradeamong other places of interest.
Leipzig (Germany)
With half a million inhabitants, Leipzig It is a fascinating destination that will surprise you in Germany. And if you are a lover of the arts, you will love this European city. Visit the St. Thomas Church and the old town hall, tour its art museums, follow the musical route that will lead you through the Leipzig opera househe Museum of Musical Instruments and the Bach Museum, and be sure to explore the luxurious Mädler passage.
Rijeka (Croatia)
Bathed by the waters of Adriatic seain the kvarner bayis the Croatian city of Rijeka. If you dare to visit it on a weekend getaway, you can tour the Korzo walkyou will discover historic buildings such as the Governor’s Palace, with the Maritime Museum, and the Sveti Vida church. You will be surprised by the Museum of Childhoodthe Pharmacy Museum and the Computer Museum, in addition to the artistic ones. And don’t forget to take great photographs from the Molo Longo breakwater.
Innsbruck (Austria)
Innsbruck It is a fairy-tale city, located in the Austrian Alps, that with about 300,000 inhabitants, you can get to know during an unforgettable weekend. It is the capital of Tyrol, where the Hofburg Imperial Palacethe Wiltenel Basilica and Ambras Castle, among other monuments. Half an hour from the center is the Seegrube summit, at 2,000 meters above sea level. A perfect destination among European cities to visit for a romantic getaway and for mountain lovers.
Porto (Portugal)
Another of the wonderful European cities to discover if you only have a few days, and without having to leave the peninsula, is Port. This destination in Portugal You will love it with its old town, its market, its wonderful shops, its typical desserts and the animation of its streets. And don’t stop making one route along the Douro river to slide under the half dozen bridges that cross it as it passes through the city.
Dublin (Ireland)
With half a million inhabitants, Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is one of the most charming capitals in Europe. Come discover the emblematic Trinity Collegewalk along Grafton Street, stroll through Merrion Square and the Saint Stephen’s Green Park, and don’t miss the cathedral or Dublin Castle. Have a drink at the mythical Temple Bar and come visit the old brewery Guiness and the Jameson Distillery.
