Are you a fan of winter and cold weather? Can you stand the cold? Then the countless beauties of Europe are everywhere for you, as long as you know where to turn to discover them. Wonderful and enchanting European cities, snowy and refreshing landscapes, all located on the continent with tremendous diversity and the richest history. Some reasonably common winter destinations, some lesser-known ones, create a fantastic winter guide for you looking for your dreams’ next winter destination. Who knows maybe in one of the following destinations you will find what you are looking for. But you will only find out if you keep reading. So let’s get on with it. Shall we?
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Why visit it
If you haven’t been there before, don’t believe what you hear about Amsterdam. Yes, in the Dutch capital centre, you will walk through the Red Light District’s alleys. Yes, you will find coffee shops where coffee shops sell various unorthodox herbs, but can these characteristics describe a majestic city like Amsterdam?
In Amsterdam you can have dinner inside an authentic historic castle, cross the city river with a magical cruise and visit the countless museums of modern art only to find that you are in a fascinating European city. The winter in Amsterdam is quite cold, but if you are well dressed, you will have no problem walking or even crossing the city up and down in all its extent, more than once. In addition, most of the city’s top attractions are open all year round, while in winter there is plenty of spectacle and celebration throughout the city. So get ready to test your ice skating skills!
What not to overlook
This unique quality of Amsterdam, to be addressed both to student groups with the aim of frantic fun, to couples who seek romance, and to families with children, is not often encountered. Whatever of these categories you belong to, you will find so many things to do and enjoy in Amsterdam that you can not get bored even once! Picturesque canals, squares and parks, world-class art museums such as the Rijksmuseum, historical value sites such as the Anne Frank Huis, fantastic landscapes such as the lush Vondelpark and the serene Begijnhof, the list goes on and on!
Zurich, Switzerland
Why visit it
As if it has come out of fairy tales, Zurich is by far the most beautiful city in Switzerland, in our humble opinion. How could it not be? Built on the banks of a river and a lake, with the Alps’ unbeatable view in the background, Zurich is a city with beautiful architecture, narrow alleys, and medieval churches. And while in appearance, it resembles something from the Middle Ages, it is a modern city of the time, offering excellent quality tourist services.
This combination of city and mountain (Swiss Alps) make Zurich a positively idyllic winter destination. On top of that, it is the metropolis of chocolate, and you can not easily close your eyes in front of this delicious event!
What not to overlook
Albert Einstein went to teach at the University of Zurich. James Joyce went there to write his infamous play “Ulysses”, Johanna Spyri to write “Heidi” and Richard Wagner to seek shelter as a political refugee. The dandyism made Cabaret Voltaire their hangout and created an entire artistic movement. You;
You do not need to do any of these things. Your only guide will be the chocolate, the stalls with local delicacies, the sausages and the local wine, the fascinating museums, the wonderful and highly photogenic architecture and the view of Lake Zurich that will surely leave you breathless! And let’s not forget about skiing! If you are a fan of this sport, you have just yourself landed in the ideal place.
Val Thorens, Savoie, French Alps
Why visit it
Now we’re leaving the cityscape and heading for a higher altitude, Val Thorens, one of the most famous winter resorts in the French Alps, and another unique choice for your winter getaways. It is one of the largest interconnected ski areas in the world at an altitude of 2300 meters and with more than 600 kilometres of snowy slopes. This means that the innumerable options presented to you at this resort in skiing are enough to satisfy even the most demanding visitor. Specially designed tracks for all skill levels, well-trained instructors and state-of-the-art equipment are available to all of you who are looking for snow adventure.
What not to overlook
When visiting the resort of Val Thorens, of course, you should not ignore the intense and numerous Après-ski activities, such as various music events, parties and all kinds of outdoor activities such as ice skating, sleigh rides and vehicles rides. With all these entertaining activities and modern facilities, you will definitely feel like you have really visited a modern mountain town and not a ski resort. Now with Nuco Travel services, you can choose a complete vacation package, without worrying about unnecessary expenses and other plans. Will Val Thorens be your next favourite stop?
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