Dog sledding, snowshoeing, the northern lights and more…
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It may not feel like it right now but, whisper it, winter is coming and now is the perfect time to plan a getaway to enjoy the best of the season. Whether you want to try dog sledding in Finland or fancy enjoying a beer under Bruges’ twinkling festive lights we have you covered. Read on for some wintery inspiration from the archives and some of our favourite spots for a seasonal escape.

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Seasonal city breaks

Winter European getaways

Winter European getaways
From the archives – From a bedecked Zagreb to twinkling Turin, here are the best places to spark your festive spirit.

Bruges by rail

Bruges by rail
Winter is the perfect time to explore the cobbled streets and pretty canals of this charming medieval gem.

 

Snow show

Where locals go on holiday in Europe

Where locals go on holiday in Europe
Where to stop for pine-needle risotto and iced gingerbread, skate on a picture-postcard lake or relax in thermal spas … Here are 10 favourite wintry escapes.

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Nordic adventures

Husky sledding in the Arctic

Husky sledding in the Arctic
From the archives - After learning to husky sled in the UK, our writer tackles a hardcore trip that brings him closer to his dogs and fellow sledders.

Finnish wilderness week

Finnish wilderness week
Enjoy a wonderful week of winter activities such as dogsledding, snowshoeing and skiing in the heart of Oulanka National Park.

Northern lights in pictures

Northern lights in pictures
A selection of the best images of the natural phenomena curated by Capture the Atlas photography blog back in 2020.

Iceland northern lights

Iceland northern lights
Go in search of the aurora borealis and discover roaring waterfalls and geothermal marvels on this classic small group tour.

 

Trip of the week

Christmas and New Year getaways

Christmas and New Year getaways

There’s still time to plan an unforgettable festive escape with our range of Christmas and New Year holidays across Europe.

 
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