Wales borders England to the east and the Irish Sea to the west. The Welsh are known for their hospitality and tranquillity. In addition, many Welsh landscapes are closely linked to the legends of King Arthur. The flag of the Welsh shows a red dragon. The legend tells of a fight between a white and a red dragon. The red dragon, despite its initial inferiority, would...
If you leave the Gotthard tunnel in the south, you will reach Ticino, the southernmost canton of Switzerland. Here you can say goodbye to the snow-covered Alpine landscapes and get to know Switzerland from a completely different side. At the popular Ticino lakes, the Laggo Maggiore and the Lago di Lugano, you can expect palm groves, blue water and a Mediterranean...
Hiking, nature, wellness or city tour – whether you are a summer or winter type, everyone will find their suitable holiday experience in the Allgäu. Experience picturesque landscapes, imposing mountain peaks or the legendary fairytale castle Neuschwanstein Castle. The Allgäu Alps, which are up to 2,600 metres high, are very popular with winter sports...
The Altmühltal in the Bavarian administrative districts of Upper Bavaria, Upper Palatinate and Middle Franconia, which was founded in July 1969 and currently covers almost 3,000 km² in size, is located north of Ingolstadt. It follows the course of the almost 230-kilometre-long Altmühl River from its source on the 550-metre-high mountain range...
Zaragoza, one of the largest cities in Spain today, looks back on an eventful history. Initially, the Romans settled in the northern Spanish city. Even today, Roman ruins and a city wall preserved from this time characterize Zaragoza. The Romans were followed by the Visigoths and finally by the Moors. They all left their mark as well. Today, Zaragoza is an exciting...
Off the North Holland coast lies a chain of islands – the West Frisian Islands. The largest of the eight islands is Texel, which belongs to the province of Noord-Holland. Texel is known for beautiful sandy beaches and the Texel sheep, which is present everywhere on the island. But Texel is not only the largest Wadden Island, it is also the most diverse. It is...
San Miguel de la Palma, or La Palma for short, is the westernmost of the Canary Islands and the little sister of Tenerife. Volcanoes, pine forests and rugged rocky coasts contrast with the deep blue of the Atlantic water, which is particularly clear here. The lush subtropical vegetation gives the island its nicknames “Isla verde” and “Isla...
Sun and sand galore! A holiday paradise rises on the African doorstep. Created for people who want to switch off far away from the stress of everyday life and the capricious European weather and enjoy the days of their holiday with all their senses. If you are looking for a golden beach in the Canary Islands , you will have to look for a while, because the coasts of...
When the sun sends its rays through the foliage of the trees, even the last forest spirits take flight. It is a landscape enchanted by elves and guarded by trolls. We are talking about Sweden and thus about the Scandinavian country that preserves its traditions and where Nordic mythology with its mythical creatures has a firm place in people’s consciousness...
Idyllically situated, particularly fine sand, gifted with a lot of wind or popular and heavily frequented. Which of the many beautiful beaches in Tenerife is the most beautiful beach? The answer to this question depends heavily on individual preferences. Therefore, there should be no order at all here. Only a small selection of beaches with advantages and...