Traveling to Europe during shoulder season is a great idea for many reasons. Crowds are smaller, the weather is cooler and you have a better chance of scoring a deal on flights or hotels. In fact, some of the best places to visit in Europe are even better in the fall — shhh!
Since Europeans tend to travel in the summer (and, likewise, Americans love to travel to Europe during the same period), you will be able to experience cities more authentically now that most tourists have returned home. Not to mention, lines for the most popular cultural attractions and museums will be much shorter. And since Europe has been wracked by a series of summer heat waves over the past few years, traveling to the Old Continent during the fall will likely be a more pleasant experience all around.
Whether you want to spend your holiday soaking in history, relaxing at the beach or exploring the countryside, here are 12 European destinations that are best experienced in the fall.
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