During the sometimes dreary winter period, European travel hits its lowest prices of the year and highest number of promotions, from low-cost flights to significantly lower fares on accommodation. Valentine’s Day provides a perfect excuse to take advantage of the affordable travel bargains and escape to some of Europe’s more secluded and less touristic winter destinations. After hitting the top European must-see cities like Paris, Berlin or Rome, try these pit stops for a more intimate Valentine’s Day.
The Romantic Road in southern Germany
Take a lovers’ tour of medieval castles within the Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg German provinces. The Romantic Road begins in the town of Würzberg and connects to Füssen, leading the traveler through several small villages along its route. Old churches, medieval castles and ancient walled-in villages still hold pieces of old tradition. Villagers can be found living as modern day Germans within the fairytale like setting of the past. Visitors are easily able to move through the ancient towns by means of car, train or various public transportation options, stopping along the way to tour the historical sites and castles. Whether it’s enjoying a beer at a local German pub or brewery, or dining in true German tradition at one of many authentic restaurants for a quiet evening alone, the snow filled streets of the Romantic Road are full of Germany’s most picturesque views and unparalleled charm. Visit www.romanticroadgermany.com for more information.
A quiet escape in Annecy, France
Anyone looking for a completely quiet, secluded holiday away from the rest of the world will find the small French town of Annecy a couple’s paradise. Nestled within the Alps and a summer tourist destination for its lakeside location, Annecy is the perfect winter hideaway rich in French tradition, with a hint of Swiss influence. Quaint old buildings, bridges, cobblestone walkways and mountain views bring the town to life. Romantic restaurants feature typical French cuisine, including warm fondue and an array of French wines to choose from. Visit the 12th Century tower Chateau d’Annecy, where visitors can enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the Alps. Marvel at the magnificent stained glass in the Basilique de la Visitation. For those in need of a cozy winter getaway this Valentine’s Day, you’ll find your romantic escape in this sleepy French Alpine town.
Skiing and spas in Bormio, Italy
For a day on the slopes combined with a spa treatment from the ancient thermal springs in the Italian Alps, Bormio offers an enchanting adventure. Couples looking for a bit more activity will find Bormio the perfect mountain town inside an oasis of natural beauty, the Stelvio Natural Park. Enjoy a night out together with a great selection of pubs, restaurants and bars full of people from all over the world. For a beauty and wellness experience, spend a day relaxing at the spa surrounded by fresh, clean air and natural mountain hot springs. Bormio is famous for its thermal spas featuring Turkish baths, saunas, indoor pools, Jacuzzis and a variety of luxurious spa treatments. Located in Alta Valtellina, one of Italy’s most treasured regions for skiing, Bormio offers skiers and snowboarders access to some of the best Alpine slopes. Learn more about your holiday in Bormio at www.bormio.it/english/
You and your significant other can experience romance in true European style this Valentine’s Day by traveling outside the noise and tourist crowds to enjoy each other, along with some of Europe’s finest hidden treasures.
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