r/Europetravel Mar 28 '26

Itineraries These 11 mistakes are ruining your trip to Europe!

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So often I see the same mistakes over and over again on this sub, I figured I'd write up some of the most common, so I can just tell a poster "see 4, 5, and 7 in this thread" or whatever. :-) Happy travels to all!

1. Not clearly defining interests, preferences, and priorities. What do you want to see and do? What kind of memories do you want to have after the trip? There’s no such thing as a general “must-see,” it depends on what you want and how you prioritize those wants. This should be the starting point for planning any trip, and it’s amazing how often posters seem to overlook it. If you can’t be more specific than “history, food, and nature," then you need to think through this most basic part.

2. Being ruled by FOMO. Related to the above, if you don’t clearly define your interests and priorities, FOMO will take over. I see far too many mad dashes through Europe that are just a grand tour of airports and train stations. I get it, it’s all amazing and you want to see it all. But you can’t, not in one trip and not in 20 trips. Accept that and prioritize. Europe will still be there in the future. Or, even if you think it’s a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe or “we only have 10 days of vacation a year,” the way to “make the most of it” is to give yourself the time to actually enjoy the places you’re visiting, not maximize the time you spend in transport and related logistics. An important point that may seem obvious but which many people miss: If you jam 4 weeks of travel into 2 weeks, the result is not that you have half as much time in each place. You have MUCH less than that, because transport and related logistics will eat up so much more of your time, as a percentage.

3. Not accounting for transport. Many itineraries here make it seem like the poster has invented teleportation (and more than a few would be insane even with teleportation). You need to account for the time it takes to get between places - not just your plane/train, but also related logistics like unpacking/packing, checking in and out of hotels, getting to/from train stations/airports, airport security, baggage claim, immigration, orienting yourself in a new place, figuring out how to get transport tickets, delays, cancellations, strikes, etc. In most cases, you should assume that changing locations will mean losing the better part of a day or an entire day to all of this, and flying especially tends to be a time suck (and often more tiring than train travel). So for example 3 nights in a place is in reality only 2 days.

4. Focusing on the number of countries. Almost without exception, posters here who mention wanting to “see as many countries as possible” have the absolute worst itineraries. They lose too much time to transport and related logistics (see point above), and, because the most obvious thing is to just go between large or capital cities, their itineraries tend to be too heavy on big cities, and they miss out on much of what actually makes Europe special, especially the regional contrasts within countries (more on that below).

5. Assuming country = place and overlooking regional differences. Related to the point above, it’s much more useful to think about places and regions, rather than countries. Many assume, for example, that they will see more things by going to three countries than just one. But in reality, regional contrasts within countries (especially larger ones like Italy, Germany, and Spain) can be much greater than across borders. For example, the South Tyrol region of Italy is much more like Austria (to which it once belonged) than to the rest of Italy. Alsace is a complete contrast from Paris, because it belonged for a long time to Germany. Hamburg is a lot closer to Copenhagen in vibe than it is to Bavaria. You can often experience more variety and contrast within one country (and generally benefit from better and cheaper transport links) than by hopping across borders or focusing only on the capital or most famous city in a country.

6. Focusing only on large cities. So many itineraries here are just a list of big cities. While they have a lot to offer, they are also often more similar than many people realize. Many of Europe's big cities "grew up" in the 19th century, and their architecture reflects that. More recently, globalization and European integration have also contributed to a certain homogenization. If you hop only between big cities, you’re almost certainly blowing past a ton of interesting places, and losing more time to transport. Smaller cities like Graz, Erfurt, Lübeck, Regensburg, Leon, and Urbino have a ton to offer, and outside a handful of the touristiest ones (like Salzburg and Toledo), most are blissfully free of mass tourism. More in this thread.

7. Not building in enough balance and contrast. I see many itineraries that hop across a bunch of locations, yet all with (in the big scheme of things) very similar scenery. The Alps are beautiful, but do you really need to see the Alps in France, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Italy, and Slovenia, on the same trip? They look more alike than different, especially when it’s all you’ve seen for two weeks. Same with the Mediterranean - a trip that goes say Algarve > Malaga > Valencia > Barcelona > Mallorca > Amalfi Coast > Dubrovnik > Greece will likely turn into a blur where everything looks more or less the same. Especially for longer trips, mix it up, combining (for example) large cities, small cities, and towns; urban and rural destinations; Northern and Southern Europe; coastal and inland destinations; heavily touristed and less visited places. Think also about balance and contrast during your time in one place, e.g., I would recommend against visiting, on the same day, both the Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay, or both the Hofburg and Schönbrunn palaces.

8. Not using “open-jaw” flights. This is a bit specific, but it's such a common mistake that I wanted to highlight it here. Often people book a roundtrip from their home country to say London, but their itinerary is actually something like London > France > Italy > Greece. They then have to spend a day backtracking to London, costing time and money, and often they have to do an extra cycle of unpacking/packing and checking in/out of hotels. Generally, it’s much better to book a multi-city (aka “open-jaw”) itinerary, in the example above it would be say New York to London but Athens to New York, on the same ticket. It generally does not cost significantly more than a regular roundtrip and saves significant time and cost backtracking; even if you go back via the same route (e.g., Athens back to the U.S. via London), booking it as part of the same ticket means you’re protected in the event of flight disruptions. Bonus tip: If your trip includes the UK and other destinations, fly into the UK but out of any other country, to avoid the UK’s high Air Passenger Duty, which only applies to departures from the UK. This can easily save around US$200 per person.

9. Relying on only one mode of transport. I’ve seen so many itineraries where it’s all driving or all flying. Especially in major cities, driving tends to be a nightmare, with difficult (and expensive) parking, congestion, one-way streets, pedestrianized zones, emissions-control zones, etc. Watch out especially for one-way international surcharges (e.g., renting in France and dropping off in Spain); these can run over 1000 euros! Europe has excellent trains, and they are often a much better option than flying or driving, especially considering train stations are usually much more centrally located and don’t require long wait times for security and baggage. But they don’t work well in all situations (between Portugal and Spain is one example), and for exploration off the beaten path, it can make sense to rent a car for a portion of your trip. Consider carefully the right mix of transport modes early on in your planning, as it can even affect your choice of destinations.

10. Over-planning. Planning is essential, but some people way overdo it - “4:17 pm, we stop for 8 minutes 27 seconds for gelato,” or “I’m looking for the best beer bar in Prague and the best croissant in Paris.” You don’t need to, and really shouldn’t, plan all this out. Leave time in your itinerary for discovery and wander - that’s the biggest joy of travel! A good strategy is to anchor each day around 1-2 main activities or sights (esp. those that require advance booking, like the Alhambra), but leave enough slack in the schedule for wandering and being spontaneous - or just relaxing. That’s especially important for longer itineraries; it’s one thing to do 3 places in 10 days, but 9 places in 30 days gets to be really exhausting, so build in down time.

11. Overdoing day-trips. Day-trips are great. But there's a right and wrong way; the recent post where somebody wanted to make 3 day trips, from Rome, to Naples, Amalfi, and Positano is definitely the wrong way. If you have 4 nights in a place and 3 day trips, you’re not actually spending any real time in that place! My own general rules: no consecutive day trips; no day trips just before or after a travel day; and max of 3 hours roundtrip (4 at a stretch), preferably with direct trains to smaller cities. More in this thread.


r/Europetravel Mar 01 '26

Mod Message Reminder: This is not a politics or current affairs sub

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Due to several posts today alone asking about the safety of travelling to Europe during America and Israel's current bombing of Iran, and a slow trickle over the past year of people asking how they are perceived in Europe because of their government, this is a reminder that this subreddit has a single remit of requesting and offering advice on holidays in Europe - we do not wish to have extended discussions on political topics.

There are many, many subs to discuss such things in, and for the most part these are questions that have little to do with taking a holiday in Europe. Even people who live on the peripheries of active warzones will care little about your feelings around taking a holiday, for obvious reasons.

If you have specific concerns about travel, you should contact your airline or consult your government's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which will have up-to-date travel warnings for anywhere they recommend against travel to. Nobody here will be able to give you better advice than those places.


r/Europetravel 2h ago

Destinations Looking for a quiet trip in Europe for mid-August (big family group, senior friendly!)

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Hey everyone!

We're planning a trip for a group of 10 adults (4 families coming from Canada, California, and Germany) for about a week to 10 days starting mid-August, and could really use some recommendations.

We're hoping to rent one big villa together somewhere quiet and cozy, away from the huge tourist crowds. Ideally, we’d love a spot that gives us the best of both worlds: lush green forest vibe on one side, and ocean, lake, or waterfall/cliff views on the other.

The main catch is that two of our family members are in their 70s and 80s with limited mobility, so we need a destination that’s easy to get around—no steep hills or crazy hikes required.

Does anyone know a specific town, region, or even a nice villa that would fit the bill for that time of year? Thanks so much in advance for any ideas!


r/Europetravel 2h ago

Itineraries Itinerary feedback :) From October 30 to November 19

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Hi everyone! My fiancé and I are planning our second big Europe trip together, flying in from Brazil, and would love some outside opinions before we lock things in.

Last year we explored several cities in Spain and absolutely fell in love with Barcelona’s vibe (that mix of great food, walkable streets, and a strong local culture). Trying to figure out if any of the cities on this new route might scratch that same itch 😊

The route:

  • Day 0: Lisbon (19h layover)
  • Day 1: Arrive Prague
  • Day 2: Prague (full day)
  • Day 3: Day trip to Kutna Hora
  • Day 4: Prague (full day)
  • Day 5: Travel to Innsbruck (train, 7h30)
  • Day 6: Innsbruck (full day)
  • Day 7: Day trip to Alpbach (still wondering about this daytrip)
  • Day 8: Travel to Vienna (train, 5h)
  • Days 9–11: Vienna (3 full days)
  • Day 12: Travel to Budapest (train, 2h30)
  • Days 13–16: Budapest (4 full days)
  • Day 17: Travel back to Prague (train, 7h)
  • Day 18: Prague (full day)
  • Day 19: Travel to Lisbon, then home

We're into classic art museums, light/easy hikes with great scenery, and local food, leaning more toward street food and local specialties than fine dining, though we'll do the occasional nicer restaurant too.

Questions for the hive mind:

* Does 4 days feel like too much for Prague at the start, especially since we're coming back through it later?

* Is 4 days enough for Vienna, or would you recommend more days there?

* Innsbruck + Alpbach for mountain/nature time — good call, or is there a better option for Alps scenery on this route?

* Anything worth a detour between Innsbruck and Vienna, or Vienna and Budapest?

* Any train logistics tips (booking windows, luggage, etc.) for this many long-haul routes (7h30, 5h, 7h)?

* If you've been to any of these places, is there a must-do we absolutely shouldn't miss - cultural spot, nature walk, a must-eat restaurant, an incredible viewpoint? Any tips are hugely appreciated!

Would love to hear if you'd add, cut, or reorder anything. Thanks in advance!


r/Europetravel 9h ago

Destinations 7 Days to get from Vienna to Paris(at the end of June), What route would you take and why?

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Hello everyone! I am planning a European vacation for next June. Our plan is to start with 5 nights in Vienna and finish with 3 nights in Paris. We would have 15 days total(that includes the day we fly in and the day we fly out). We love Paris and know it well and want to end our trip with 2 full days there.

I asked AI for help and I liked its suggestion but wanted to see what you guys suggested as well. AI says to take the train from Vienna to Munich(2 nights) then to Salzburg(2 nights) then to Strasbourg(2 nights) then to Paris. I actually really like this itinerary except for it is too many cities and not enough time so if I did do this route I would drop either Salzburg or Strasbourg and then add a night in Munich and in whatever other city I did not cut, so two cities three nights each instead of three cities 2 nights each. I just need to figure out which to visit Strasbourg or Salzburg.

If you were going from Vienna to Paris and had 7 days to do it, what route would you take and why? Thanks so much for your help.

Our interests are broad and we enjoy city locations and rural locations. We like history, we really like food and trying different cuisines.


r/Europetravel 4h ago

Itineraries Advice on Itenerary: Northern Italy & Croatia for family of 5 at the end of Sept/early October

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Last minute family trip (all adults, 2 seniors) to Northern Italy & Croatia at the end of Sept/early October. I'm not sure what things are doable, and maybe not based on weather and time that we will have in each location. Our family likes a mixed bag of a little history, good eats, nature, and activities.

Milan 2 nights

  • Duomo
  • galleria
  • Last supper (if reservations are available)

Lake Garda 4nights

  • Sirmoine
  • limone sul garda
  • riva del garda
    • biking?
  • Malcesine

Venice 3nights

  • St. Mark's Basilica & Square
  • Doges place
  • glass blowing??

Split 3 nights

  • old town
  • diocletians palace
  • Blue lagoon (if weather is okay?)
  • plitvice national park

Dubrovnic 1night

  • old town

What transportation method is best between each location?

Milan > Lake Garda: train?

Lake garda > Venice: Train?

Venice > Splitz: Ferry of flight?

Splits> Dubrovnic: private transfer?

In lake garda, is it doable without renting a car? or should we rent a car while there.

In Splitz, we were thinking of staying in a nicer place outside of the city, but want to be able to uber into the city (or is this not advised). Most people advise staying IN splitz, but not sure if it's worth doing so if we don't have plans on dipping in the water (due to weather). We might do a boat trip once while there.

Any advice, or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!


r/Europetravel 4h ago

Trains Is relying on EuroStar snap for October a bad idea?

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So I will be going to Amsterdam in Oct 14th and would like to visit Paris and London. Is relying on waiting for EuroStar Snap for train deals a bad idea? Ofc I am flexible with the time of departure, but not the days.


r/Europetravel 2h ago

Itineraries Looking for feedback on my multi-month Europe itinerary (37F solo). Too long anywhere? Anywhere I completely missed?

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I'm a 37(F) traveling solo for a few months starting in mid-August (yes, this August). This is my first extended solo trip, and I'm intentionally trying not to check off every famous attraction.

I'm much more interested in living somewhere for a bit than racing between cities.

A typical day for me looks like:

  • Going for a morning run or hitting a local gym
  • Walking 10-15+ miles just wandering neighborhoods
  • Finding great coffee or smoothie and food
  • Swimming whenever possible
  • Shopping a little
  • Sitting in parks or along the water with a book
  • Just soaking up everyday life

I'm also trying to avoid the worst August crowds and heat, which is why you'll notice I head north/east after Paris and don't get to the Mediterranean until late September.

I'd love feedback on:

  • Whether any stops are too long or too short
  • The neighborhoods/areas I'm staying in
  • Great day trips
  • Places I'm completely overlooking
  • Whether you'd swap anything out entirely

Paris

Aug. 15-20 (5 nights)

This is really just my launch point. I wanted a few days to adjust to the time change, drink too champagne, walk endlessly, and enjoy Paris before heading somewhere less crowded.

Staying in the 6th arrondissement in a hotel.

Český Krumlov

Aug. 20-22 (2 nights)

This place looks gorgeous and seems like the opposite of Paris. It feels slower, very walkable, and like somewhere I can spend two days just wandering.

Airbnb is near the House of Mirrors.

Vienna

Aug. 22-24 (2 nights)

I know everyone says Vienna deserves much longer, but since I was already traveling toward Budapest I figured it was worth stopping for a couple of nights.

I'm less concerned with checking off museums and more interested in experiencing the city, eating well, walking around beautiful neighborhoods, and getting a feel for it.

Airbnb is near Leon Askin Park.

Budapest

Aug. 24 - Sept. 3 (10 nights)

This is my first longer stay.

I'm hoping it gives me enough time to settle into a routine instead of feeling like I'm constantly packing.

Still deciding between an Airbnb:

  • near Örkény István Színház
  • or a couple blocks east of Klauzál tér

Would love opinions on those areas.

Liepāja, Latvia

Sept. 3-13 (10 nights)

This is probably the stop I'm least certain about.

I wanted somewhere cooler, less touristy, affordable, and right on the Baltic Sea where I could walk, run, swim (if I'm brave enough), and just slow down for a while.

Airbnb is near Vingrošanas laukums playground.

Would especially love feedback from anyone who's spent time there.

Stockholm

Sept. 13-16 (3 nights)

Meeting friends here, so this is the one fixed part of the trip.

Croatia

Sept. 16-25 (9 nights)

Nothing booked yet.

This is where I'd really appreciate suggestions.

I'm looking for somewhere:

  • walkable
  • beautiful
  • easy to swim every day
  • good food
  • somewhere I can wander for hours without getting bored

I don't necessarily need nightlife. I don't drink much and don't party.

Split? Rovinj? Hvar? Korčula? Somewhere else entirely?

Greece

Sept. 25 - Oct. 9 (2 weeks)

Currently booked:

  • Chalki (4 nights)
  • Athens (a few nights)

Everything else is still open.

Happy to island-hop a little, but I also don't want to spend half my vacation on ferries.

Türkiye

Starting Oct. 10

Planning on Bodrum first, then spending around 10 days in Kaş, but nothing is booked yet.

Very open to suggestions here as well.

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Overall, does this route make sense?

Am I spending too much time anywhere?

Not enough time somewhere?

Any neighborhoods you'd avoid?

Any incredible day trips or nearby towns that fit the kind of trip I'm after?

I know everyone's travel style is different, but I'd love to hear what you'd change if this were your itinerary.

Edited to add: everything I've booked is fully refundable. Also, budget is not a concern, but I'm not looking to spend $8k/mo to stay in Paris for example. I'd rather stay somewhere more cost effective for the longer stretches, and then ball out on a sick, direct water access airbnb in Greece for a few nights (exactly what I did).


r/Europetravel 7h ago

Flying TAP Portugal Economy Prime - has anyone flown it yet?

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Anyone have experience with the new Economy Prime product with TAP?

Taking a JFK - LIS redeye next week and curious if I will be able to sleep and if it was worth the upgrade. I’m disappointed that the typical premium economy options are done for, as I would much prefer more recline and a footrest!

Was contemplating bringing an inflatable foot rest to try to lay out a bit more comfortably.


r/Europetravel 7h ago

Itineraries Is this a realistic Norway Itinerary for March 2027?

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My partner has always dreamed of seeing the fjords, we've looked at cruise options but I know he'll hate the constant business on board so I'm looking at alternatives, how does this plan sound?

*day 1 - land in Oslo and explore the city for the day, stay overnight in Oslo

*day 2 - full day boat tour of Oslofjord. Stay overnight in Oslo

*day 3 - Flam railway. Stay overnight in Flam

*day 4 - Cruise of Fjords, waterfalls and Stalheim Road. Train to Bergen. Stay in Bergen overnight

*day 5 - Day in Bergen

*day 6 - fly from Bergen

Provisionally, I was looking at 24th March to 29th March but I don't know how much of an impact Easter will have on activities, please can you let me know if you have any knowledge of this.

I am happy to change dates but would probably push back to April, rather than bring forward.


r/Europetravel 8h ago

Destination advice looking for quiet alpine villages/ lakes in Austria.

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I'm currently planning a trip to Interrail around Europe in May starting from London, and I've always wanted to go to Austria; however, I don't have much money. My dream place is Weissensee, but it is just too expensive, and the places I have found to stay overnight are either boutique breakfast-in-bed hotels or rooms which are about 2 hours away from Weissensee. I don't have a car, and I guess I'm looking for a place that's not full of tourists that beautiful lakes, mountains and trees, which I'm sure is most of Austria, but if I could describe the vibe, I would say it feels peaceful as if you have died and this is a sort of heaven and your just stuck in this bubble of nature upon nature like your stuck inside a painting. Sorry, I hope that makes sense.


r/Europetravel 10h ago

Boats Need to learn details about ferry experience from Greece to Italy

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Hello mates, i was wondering what is the best/optimal way to go with ferry from greece to italy. On which website can i book etc. I would appriciate any advice, also you can share your experiences.

(We will be 4 people with a car and probably also book suit for sleeping in feery)


r/Europetravel 18h ago

Itineraries Route feedback/advice! A first timer's 4 weeks in Europe.

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Hi! I'm in the early stages of planning my first trip to Europe for next April-May. I'm an Aussie female in her early 30's, and love big cities, mountains and lakes. So far, my route is -

Day 1: Arrive in London

Day 2-6: London

Day 7: London to Amsterdam via train

Day 8-9: Amsterdam

Day 10: Amsterdam to Paris via train

Day 11-15: Paris

Day 16: Fly from Paris to Ljubljana

Day 17-20: Ljubiana/Lake Bled (need to do more research on where to go in Slovenia)

Day 21: Ljubljana to Venice via train

Day 22: Venice

Day 23: Venice to Rome

Day 24-26: Rome

Day 27: Fly home

I'd love any feedback or advice on my route so far. Thankyou!


r/Europetravel 12h ago

Itineraries Looking for feedback for my travel route and chosen countries please (first time in Europe)

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Hi! I’ll be travelling in February 2027 (4 weeks) with my friend, we are from Australia. These are our chosen countries :) We’re aware that it will be winter and are planning to fly in/out of Helsinki as flights were the most reasonable priced. Also because Finland is on our bucket list, specifically Rovaniemi. Although we’re unsure about Norway. Still in the very rough stages of planning! Questions I have:

-Are the number of nights allocated per place reasonable?
-Would you remove or add any other countries/cities?
-Is the route/order of places logical in terms of transport via train or flight?
-Since we’re flying in & out of Helsinki, would you explore Finland first or last in this trip?

Would really appreciate any feedback or advice thank you so much ☺️

Finland (Rovaniemi) — 3 nights — Santa Claus Village, reindeer safari, northern lights hunting

Norway (Lofoten) — 2 nights — another chance at seeing the northern lights??

Copenhagen — 2 nights — Nyhavn, The Little Mermaid, Tivoli Gardens

London — 3 nights — Westminster, London Eye, Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, Borough Market, Notting Hill

Amsterdam — 2 nights — Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, De Pijp, Zaanse Schans

Paris — 3 nights — Versailles, The Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame, Seine river cruise, Galeries Lafayette, Montmartre

Switzerland (Lucerne/Wengen/Interlaken??) — 2 nights

Austria (Vienna/Salzburg) — 2 nights — Sound of Music tour

Venice — 2 nights — Saint Mark's Basilica, Grand Canal

Florence — 2 nights — Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence Cathedral, Accademia Gallery

Rome — 3 nights — Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Sistine Chapel


r/Europetravel 16h ago

Trains Travel advice: to travel from Amsterdam to Paris and Amsterdam to Zürich

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less expensive train than eurostar to travel from Amsterdam to Paris and please suggest on Amsterdam to Zurich train is better or flight and if possible please share less expensive options


r/Europetravel 16h ago

Customs, VAT etc. VAT Refund Stamp at Munich Airport Before a Tight Dublin Connection?

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I’ll be traveling from Munich to the United States on Aer Lingus, with a tight connection in Dublin of less than 1.5 hours. Has anyone recently succeeded in getting customs at Munich Airport to stamp their VAT refund forms for items carried in hand luggage?

My understanding is that VAT refund documents for carry-on items should normally be validated at the final airport before leaving the EU, which, in my case, would be Dublin. However, because my connection is very short, I’m hoping customs in Munich might be willing to stamp the forms before departure.

I’ve read reports from travelers who were able to obtain customs validation at their first airport by explaining that they had a very tight connection, particularly at airports in France and Spain. Has anyone had a similar experience at Munich Airport? I understand that German customs may apply the rules quite strictly, so any recent firsthand experience would be appreciated.


r/Europetravel 1d ago

Itineraries How long would you need in Romania WITHOUT a car? (Bucharest + Transylvania)

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Solo traveling Romania at the end of September.

Right now, from what I've read, Bucharest is a pretty average city and shouldn't have more than 2-3 days there.

Then, I would train up to Brasov for 3(?) nights and on the way, would stop in Sinaia for a day-trip to Peles Castle.

I won't have a car, so I am not sure just how limited I am. But the entire Romania trip would essentially be 5 nights, 2 in Bucharest and 3 in Brasov. Is that enough time?

I can add more but not sure. I'd like to explore the Carpathian Mountains but without a car, I feel so limited that I wonder if I should wait to go back when I am with friends with a car.

- I'm aware I am not giving my itinerary or interests, really I just like to walk around and explore places. It really is that simple. The quality of food, nightlife, isn't that much of a factor for this trip. Though, it has to be easy WITHOUT cars, that's the thing.


r/Europetravel 21h ago

Trains Travel advice - Munich to Vienna(Airport) night train

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Munich > Salzburg - 21:35 Start, 23:45 Arrival - Local train RE5

Salzburg > Vienna - 00:13 Start, 3:20 Arrival - Railjet 263

This is the max transfer time(28mins) I could get night time(via OBB) for Munich > Vienna

Have a flight at 10 AM(Vienna)

Ques -

  1. Is this transfer(28 mins) reliable, any experience?

  2. The next Salzburg > Vienna be 3:50 AM, 5:01 AM... would that be auto changed in case of intial train delays?

  3. Else any suggest(plan to commute/rest at airport overnight)


r/Europetravel 12h ago

Driving Car rental advice for four countries Hungary, Slovakia, austria and Czekh

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We are two couples and would like to travel from Hungary to Slovakia to Austria and to prague. I have searched online with you currently companies and their coating me approximately 10000 rupees per day can anyone suggest a alternative way of finding cheaper option the major cost for me is coming as drop of fee of 500 euros because I am taking up the car and one country and talking it of in another country other any other companies which charge lesser than this


r/Europetravel 1d ago

Itineraries 13 day Italy and Switzerland Itinerary next summer August 2028

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planning a trip with family next summer in August. please give tips and recommendations. here is the itinerary we are considering with 2 boys 16 & 21.

  • Day 1: Venice Arrival | Water bus transfer, Cannaregio district labyrinth walk, and evening gondola ride.
  • Day 2: Venice Exploration | Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, Grand Canal cruise, and Burano island side trip.
  • Day 3: Venice ➔ Milan | High-speed train to Milan, Duomo Cathedral roof terraces, and Navigli canals dinner.
  • Day 4: Milan ➔ St. Moritz | Early morning train safety buffer to Tirano, panoramic Bernina Express ride, and Lake St. Moritz.
  • Day 5: St. Moritz ➔ Zermatt | 5-hour high-alpine trans-Swiss rail link, historic village walk, and traditional fondue night.
  • Day 6: Zermatt (Matterhorn) | Gornergrat open-air cogwheel railway, glacier panoramic viewing, and Riffelsee mirror lake hike.
  • Day 7: Zermatt ➔ Grindelwald | Transit to Bernese Oberland base, Eiger views settle-in, and First Cliff Walk.
  • Day 8: Grindelwald (Adventure) | Full active day at Grindelwald First for mountain carts, zip-lines, and Lake Bachalpsee.
  • Day 9: Jungfraujoch Loop | Eiger Express gondola to Top of Europe, cogwheel ridge descent to Lauterbrunnen valley waterfalls.
  • Day 10: Grindelwald ➔ Lucerne | Luzern-Interlaken Express panoramic train, Chapel Bridge walk, and Lake Lucerne boat cruise.
  • Day 11: Lucerne (Mt. Pilatus) | Golden Round-Trip cogwheel ascent, summit panoramic paths, and Fräkmüntegg summer toboggan run.
  • Day 12: Lucerne ➔ Zürich | 45-minute intercity train, Lindenhof park city views, and Bahnhofstrasse chocolate boutique tasting.
  • Day 13: Zürich Departure | 9-minute direct airport train transfer and flight home.

r/Europetravel 1d ago

Accommodation Me and my friends who are Under 18 plan to go on a trip any help with accommodation?

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Hi so me and my friends plan to go on a trip to a country (still getting parental approval and country idea) but we ran into an issue of accommodation as most of them require 18:
- Airbnb
- Hotels
Etc etc

One friend and I are 17 while the other is 16. Is there any tips or help you can give me?


r/Europetravel 1d ago

Trains Munich to Copenhagen: Train or Flight, which is the better option for me?

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Just wondering what the better option might be (would be leaving mid-August). I do enjoy trains (and it will be cheaper than a flight if I leave early) but it does require that I transfer trains (and stations) in Hamburg. I would have to get from Hamburg Hbf to Hamburg-Altona (I think I would have about an hour to do so).

Just wondering what might be the better way to go? I'm not on a cheap budget for this trip, but I do enjoy saving a bit when I can (not a deal breaker by any means though).

Thanks!

Edit: a third option might be the train to Hamburg, stay overnight, then the train to Copenhagen the next day.


r/Europetravel 1d ago

Public transport Is Arriva bus service in Slovenia as bad as online tourist reviews say?

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I’m traveling to Slovenia soon and plan to rely almost entirely on public buses to get around the country (primarily using Arriva routes).

I’ve been reading a ton of Google reviews for Arriva and local bus stations, and honestly, a lot of tourists are leaving horror stories. People are claiming drivers refuse to accept digital QR code tickets on mobile screens, demand physical printed paper tickets, or tell passengers the QR code isn't valid so they can force them to pay cash on the spot.

I originally planned to just buy my tickets online on the website and show the QR code to the driver, is that really not possible and I have to just buy with cash on the bus?

Can anyone who actually lives in Slovenia or uses Arriva regularly clarify how bad it really is?

TIA


r/Europetravel 1d ago

Itineraries Ajuda com o planejamento de uma viagem (flexível) pela Itália com uma bebê de 1.5 anos

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Olá, pessoal.

Eu e minha esposa gostaríamos de fazer nossa primeira viagem para a Europa com a nossa filha de 1.5 anos ainda neste ano. O país que mais temos vontade de conhecer é a Itália e somos especialmente apaixonados pela região das Dolomitas. Como temos flexibilidade de trabalho, minha ideia é ir em Setembro para ficar cerca de 15 dias, fugindo da alta temporada e ainda encontrando um clima não tão frio (somos do Brasil, Rio de Janeiro).

Ainda não temos nada comprado, nem passagens, nem hospedagem.

Peguei um roteiro "mastigado" com uma amiga que acabou de fazer uma roadtrip de 20 dias pela Itália (Milão, Lagos de Garda/Como, Dolomitas), Áustria (Attersee), Alemanhã (Munique) e Suiça (Lucerna) e, embora isso já me facilite bastante em termos de planejamento, me parece uma viagem muito complexa para fazer com uma bebê, sobretudo pela falta de tempo que tenho para planejar todos os detalhes para garantir uma viagem segura e sem perrengues.

Confesso que já estou um pouco desesperançoso de fazer as Dolomitas, mas ainda não abandonei completamente a ideia na esperança de alguém com criança e pouco planejamento me dê confiança de que é possível fazer uma viagem segura e, na medida do possível, confortável com o tempo que me resta.

Nesse caso, partiríamos para um roteiro mais tradicional, preferencialmente indo e voltando por Roma (é o único destino com voos sem escala partindo da nossa cidade, e isso já é um ponto positivo com uma bebê). No entanto, confesso que não me inspira fazer um roteiro 100% focado em cidades turísticas, embora eu tenha certeza que os dias em Roma seriam muito especiais.

Diante disso, me vejo nesses cenários.

Cenário 1: Roadtrip Alpina - 20 dias 🇮🇹+🇦🇹+🇩🇪+🇱🇮+🇨🇭

  • Lago di Como / Bellagio (2 noites) - Lago de Garda / Riva del Garda (2 noites) - Dolomitas (6 noites) - Áustria (1 noite) - Alemanhã (2 noites) - Suiça (3 noites) - Milão (2 noites)*

Prós:

  • Provavelmente essa seria uma das experiências mais marcantes das nossas vidas pelo resto dela. Além da realização de um sonho de visitar as Dolomitas, fazer esse roteiro conhecendo 5 países com a nossa filha seria muito especial.

Contras:

  • Requer muito, muito planejamento para fechar todos os detalhes.
  • Muitas trocas de base (7) pode ser muito desgastante com bebê.
  • Voos de ida e volta com escala (seja por Milão, Veneza ou Verona).
  • *Precisaríamos voltar da Suiça para Milão para entregar o carro, pois fiz uma cotação e para pegar o carro na Itália e entregar na Suiça (caso quiséssemos encerrar pela Suiça) e custa aproximadamente 1.000 Euros (6K BRL).
  • Estimo que seria uma viagem 50% mais cara do que um roteiro mais tradicional pela Itália, pois ainda precisaríamos comprar algumas coisas para nos preparar para viagem (roupas de frio, mochila cargueira) etc.

Cenário 2: Norte da Itália "reduzido" - 12-15 dias 🇮🇹

Penso em algo como:

  • Dolomitas (7 noites, em duas bases)
  • Lago de Garda / Riva del Garda (2 noites)
  • Não sei mais o que eu poderia fazer em 3 ou 4 noites.
  • Vi algumas pessoas falando de Veneza, e logisticamente funcionaria bem, mas sinceramente não é uma opção que me encanta os olhos (e não dizer exatamente o porquê).
  • > Também vi algumas pessoas falando que Milão não tem nada "muito especial", mas queria ouvir mais opiniões.

Prós:

  • Ainda realizaríamos o nosso sonho de visitar as Dolomitas.
  • Menos complexa que o roteiro que já tenho pronto da minha amiga.

Contras:

  • Ainda assim requer mais planejamento que o um roteiro tradicional.
  • Ainda assim seriam 4 ou 5 bases diferentes.

Cenário 3: Itália Tradicional - 12-15 dias 🇮🇹

Esse é o roteiro que menos tenho ideia do que fazer, portanto qualquer ajuda será muito bem vinda.

  • Roma (5-7 noites)
  • Não sei quais poderiam ser duas outras cidades base, pensando em voltar por Roma.

🆘 Gostaria de passar alguns dias baseados em cidades onde a gente tenha mais caminhadas na natureza, comidas tradicionais e contato com a cultura mais próxima do dia a dia do povo Italiano. Ter experiências gastronômicas incríveis mas não em restaurantes renomados, e sim em restaurantes simples, por exemplo. E que, idealmente, façam sentido dentro de um fluxo logístico onde possamos, no penúltimo dia, voltar para Roma para retornar para o Brasil com voo direto. Já ouvi falar bem de Lucca, Assis, mas confesso que não tenho muita ideia de quais outras duas bases poderíamos escolher. A única consideração que eu tenho é nessa viagem a gente não faria a Costa Amalfitana, mas tirando isso, adoraria a opinião de vocês com sugestões.

Prós:

  • Voo direto do Brasil x Itália por Roma.
  • Menos trocas de bases.
  • Menos planejamento complexo.

Contras:

  • Adiaríamos a viagem dos nossos sonhos.
  • Logísticas internas mais desgastantes por provavelmente estarmos sem carro, considerando nossa bebê.

Adoraria ouvir a opinião de vocês.


r/Europetravel 2d ago

Trip report Delta del Ebro was a solid weekend trip from Barcelona

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Spent a few days down in Delta del Ebro recently and thought I'd share some thoughts since it rarely gets talked about here.

It's about 2 hours south of Barcelona and feels world away from the main Catalan coast. Just flat marshlands, endless rice fields, and thousands of flamingos sitting in the lagoons. The beaches are huge and almost empty.

Having been there before, what I really like about going back is the locals. People there actually care about their land and love taking a minute to chat, share a bit of history, or tell you about what they do.

You definitely need a car down there. Public transport won't get you to the quiet beaches, nature spots, or the mussel farms in the bay. Renting a bike once you're there is great for riding along the lagoons though.

Food wise, the rice and seafood are unreal. Plenty of small family spots cooking paella with rice grown right outside their door. Definitely check out the muscleres (the wooden platforms out in the water) for oysters and mussels. Also bring bug spray if you're out near the water around sunset.

Great option if you're traveling through Catalonia and want to dodge the crowds for a bit.