The snow has melted and blooms now carpet the landscape in brilliant colors as Europe rolls out the welcome mat for travelers.
Spring is the ideal time to grab your passport and consider the best places to travel in Europe in the spring. March, April and May offer more than just pleasant weather and longer days for sightseeing—the shoulder season also brings more affordable airfares and accommodations.
Join the locals as they head outdoors to celebrate the season and visit five of our must-see places in Europe in spring.
Best Spring Destinations in Europe
You really can’t go wrong with a visit to any European destination in the spring. It is a season of renewal and rejuvenation. It’s a glorious time and locals are eager to welcome new visitors.
Savor a leisurely lunch at a quiet Parisian café, stroll the cobblestone streets of quaint Italian villages, and bask in the splendor of spring.
The Netherlands
The vibrant tulip is one of the most compelling reasons to visit the Dutch homeland in spring.
For the best display, go to Keukenhof Gardens where more than 7 million bulbs burst into color in what has been called the “Garden of Europe.” Along with the impressive floral displays, the Netherlands is also a country of cycling, and springtime is perfect for grabbing a bike and heading outdoors. Pedal throughout Amsterdam where you can picnic in Vondelpark; take a canal cruise; hausboot mieten in Amsterdam or gather with locals to enjoy beer, good friends and the long-awaited spring sunshine.
Italy
Spring in Italy is in full bloom with pops of flavor and color. From market stalls to street corners and shop windows, just about everywhere you look the sights are bright and new.
The flavors of the season are fresh with asparagus, spring strawberries, and artichokes being the most renowned regional specialties. Enjoy Settimana Santa—Holy Week—celebrated throughout the country. Fairs, festivals and celebrations welcome spring weather that is perfect for heading outdoors and strolling along cobblestone streets.
Prague
When the first rays of spring sunshine warm the streets, Prague comes alive. Gardens bloom, children laugh, and music floats through the air.
As the temperatures rise, so do the sounds of the world-renowned international musicians who perform throughout the bustling capital of the Czech Republic. It seems that the whole city gathers outdoors on spring’s first warm day to picnic with family and enjoy concerts in the park.
France
Paris springs back to life with carousels, food stalls and manicured gardens perfect for afternoon strolls. Make your way to Luxembourg Gardens to escape the busy city’s hustle and bustle, or simply indulge in the fine food and lovely spring weather at a Parisian cafe.
Outside the “City of Light,” France hosts the legendary Cannes film festival; the fields of Provence are rich with the scents of rosemary and wild thyme; and local markets throughout the country are bursting with the bounty of the spring season.
Great Britain
It’s during spring that Britain’s grand manor houses and country estates fling open their doors to visitors.
Step inside to explore the stately homes before wandering out into the lavish gardens or the nearby rolling green hills where birthing season welcomes hundreds of adorable newborn lambs. Drink in the views of dramatic coastlines or celebrate seasonal festivals at local pubs. Drop by to see the crocuses at the Chelsea Flower Show, or be there when the curtain rises at London’s Globe Theatre.
Exploring the Best of Europe In the Spring
Now is the time to embark on your dream European getaway. Europe’s celebrated attractions await, framed by a cornucopia of beautiful blooms and lush greenery. Make this spring an unforgettable one with a European vacation.
YMT Vacations has a variety of European group tours you can choose from this spring. From land tours to river cruises, there are so many exciting ways to experience the best spring destinations in Europe. To make your plans to join one of our itineraries, call your travel consultant or YMT Vacations at 1-888-756-9072.
