Travel in Europe is still in vogue and the respective destinations enjoy numerous facets. They range from the mystical regions of Iceland to the idyllic islands of the Greek Cyclades. Spain, Portugal with the Azores, Italy and France are among the preferred countries.
Wait and see and drink beer! This comes very close to the philosophy of life of the people in the Czech Republic. They had to exercise patience and humility for a long time before the tender buds of the “Prague Spring” developed into a blossom of freedom. At that time, in the spring of 1968, a “socialism with a human face” was supposed to...
Many tourists choose Amsterdam as their vacation spot. But before the trip, they always get good information about the city. The city on the Amstel River was first mentioned in 1275. In 1317, Amsterdam joined the County of Holland and received privileges – the right to duty-free trade. In less than two centuries, a small fishing village has become an important...
Times have also changed in Romania, although travelers can remember that just a few decades ago they had to knock on the door of the village priest to secure a camp for the night. In the meantime, Romania has shed the status of a tourist developing country, and even in the most remote regions of Maramures or the Banat, the sign “Retea turistica” can be...
Where in Europe can you find a city with no less than 5,500 houses that are protected by a monument? The answer can be found in Poland – in Krakow! Trips to this tradition-conscious country lead to a region on Germany’s doorstep and to a diverse nature. Sometimes it is wild and unspoilt, then again lovely. And it harmonizes with the historic metropolises...
Forests, clouds, water – these are the attributes of one of the most beautiful countries in the world – Norway. Norwegians are said to have a certain gratitude for their nature, if only because the gigantic fjords and mighty mountains of their homeland separate them from the rest of humanity. This is certainly a little exaggerated, because a large part of...
On the north coast of the Gulf of Finland, on a rugged granite peninsula, lies Helsinki – an architectural gem and the spiritual centre of Finland. The lively city by the sea conveys a refreshing and at the same time relaxed rhythm with its enchanting islands, magnificent parks and cultural institutions. Old wooden house districts harmonize with modern architecture...
The city of the Meistersinger and Hans Sachs, the city of Albrecht Dürer, the first German railway and the inventor of the pocket watch Peter Henlein is not a city of slug window romanticism. The destruction in the Second World War has taken away all illusions in this respect. However – a big compliment to the Nuremberg city fathers: They resisted the...
More than 1.2 million people live in the Czech capital Prague. Every year, the historic university city with its wealth of expressive buildings and cultural highlights is visited by over 5 million tourists from all over the world. In addition to the impressive sights, the cityscape impresses with the unique charms of the Vltava River, which flows under many bridges...
Mighty churches, magnificent palaces, picturesque alleys, domes, fountains and arcades – Salzburg is a total work of art in Austria. Alexander von Humboldt wrote around 1800 on his trip around the world: “I consider the regions of Salzburg, Naples and Constantinople to be the most beautiful on earth.” The city, which has just 148,000 inhabitants...
A city trip to Leipzig provides variety and relaxation! The charm of the metropolis is fascinating. The bustling city has a lot of history to offer, as almost 1000 years of history are present in almost every corner of the city, which brings with it a unique atmosphere and comprehensive conciseness. More than half a million people live in Leipzig, but the idyll is...