europe holidays
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This famous export from the forests of Brandenburg state, south-east of Berlin, is a legend among pickles
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Rise in number of British holidaymakers staying at home coincides with expected surge in overseas tourists taking advantage of the weak pound
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Kevin Rushby learns about ancient ways on a new trip to rural Spain, where sheep graze, women pick wild herbs, and the only similarity to the nearby Costa Blanca is the amount of alcohol men put away
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Chic and contemporary, these beautifully designed boltholes – in Paris, Berlin, Barcelona and beyond – make for stylish short breaks and weekend getaways
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OFF Seine, a purpose-built, 58-room hotel, moored near the Gare d’Austerlitz, is the first of its kind in France and part of Paris’s ambitious riverside development scheme
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Portugal’s Douro region is famous for its port, but also produces fine, good-value reds and top nosh. Perfect, then, for thirsty foodies like our writer
top 10s
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Crete and other Greek islands were the most popular destinations when we asked for your tips on small, family-run hotels around the Med, with Spain and the Italian coast close behind
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If you like tough cycling challenges, but have a partner who prefers poolside lounging and gazing at views, our selection provides stylish stays and cosy retreats
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France’s green spaces provide the chance to see magnificent wildlife, explore mountain villages or just have a great hike or bike ride
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Get tropical in Germany, wander through a miniature Portugal, in Portugal, and sniff around Sweden’s Nose Academy … Guardian writers choose their favourite weird attractions across mainland Europe
winter sports holidays
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When learning to ski in the Italian Alps, Michael ‘Eddie the Eagle’ Edwards had no idea it would lead to Olympic stardom – or a new Hollywood biopic
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This season’s snowsports fad, an import from the US, is fat biking down the slopes. Sam Hadddad tried the alternative to skiing and snowboarding in the Dolomites. Plus five more places to try it
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A fear of steep slopes put Kate Carter off winter sports as a child. But skiing with a laser gun? That was another story…
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Make the most of Scandinavia’s lakes, hills, forests and pristine nature with our pick of self-catering cottages and cabins
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There are hundreds of campsites across France so how do you choose one that’s right for your family? These small chains offer some of the best in the country – in fantastic locations with waterparks, an array of on-site activities and even spas
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beach holidays
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At a cute fisherman’s cottage in 1,500-year-old San Fruttuoso village our writer has a secluded bay amid romantic Romanesque splendour almost to herself
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activity holidays
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Chefs in the Faroes are masters of creating magic from what they have on the doorstep, though the fermented mutton can be an acquired taste, says food stylist Mette Helbaek
restaurants
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Some of Italy’s best food is found in rural, family-run places where fresh, local produce is cooked superbly. Readers share details of their most memorable meals
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With Paris about to succumb to football fever for a month, screens are going up in bars all over the city. So where’s best to soak up the Euros atmosphere?
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This week we’re looking for your suggestions on Italian village trattorias. Tell us about your favourite discoveries off the beaten track
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Besides Florence, Siena and San Gimignano, this beautiful region has many untrodden corners and family-run places to eat and stay. Readers pick their favourites
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10 of the best urban beaches and city riversides in Europe