Rough Guides Europe for the Weekend

This travel guide features inspiring weekend destinations across Europe, each carefully chosen for a different time of year. Ideal for anyone who loves making the most of weekends, it helps you discover where to go in every season, with expert recommendations for attractions, local experiences, restaurants, hotels and more.

Includes:

• 52 inspiring weekend escapes across Europe - one for every week of the year


• Spring: discover destinations at their most colourful, from Mallorca's almond blossom and flower-filled gardens to charming cities before the summer crowds


• Summer: experience vibrant festivals, long Mediterranean evenings, lively coastal towns and unforgettable local celebrations


• Autumn: enjoy wine harvests, seasonal food festivals, spectacular landscapes and cosy cultural escapes


• Winter: explore festive Christmas markets, snowy adventures, ice skating, winter scenery and magical city breaks


• Expert recommendations for must-see attractions, authentic local experiences, restaurants, cafés, hotels, shopping and excursions


• Practical travel tips to help you plan the perfect two- or three-day getaway

Whether you're looking for a romantic escape, a cultural city break, an unforgettable foodie weekend or a relaxing break in nature, Europe for the Weekend will help you discover the best places to visit throughout the year - at exactly the right time to experience them at their very best.