Fall in Europe is between the third week of September and the third week of December. It’s a great time of year to visit Europe. The summer heat is gone, the tourists are all back home, the cafes closed for August are open again, there aren’t too many people in queue for the Louvre or the Vatican, and it’s not too cold yet.
Europe can be costly in peak season. The autumn in Europe is usually more affordable, and that’s one more reason to hit the continent this time of the year. Here are some of the best things to do in Europe in the fall.
Italy
Italy is unique. It’s the perfect blend of history, great art, picturesque villages and coastline, wine and delicious food. You’ll find it interesting in almost any corner of the country. But most people just restrict themselves to Rome, Florence, and Venice. You could do it different. You could drive through the Amalfi Coast or visit the amazing Cinque Terre, the Italian Riviera. Or head to the lakes in the north – Lake Como and Garda. Fall in Italy is the time of the year when there are wine festivals in Tuscany. Wine making in Italy is a big deal--as it is in all of Europe--and the new harvest means lots of celebrations and festivals in Italy.
France
There are more wines in France, but the country promises much more during the fall. Weather in the Mediterranean towns of Cannes, Monaco, Marseilles, and elsewhere is just perfect. You could go on a yacht adventure or just laze around the beaches. There are wonderfully restored farm houses and rose-color rooftops everywhere in the countryside. Head to the French Alps and you’ll be able to spend an amazing vacation in the meadows during your time in France during the fall.
Scotland
There is a lot to see and do by visiting Scotland during the fall. There is the Irish Sea, the North Sea, the highlands, and the lowlands. There are wonderful lochs, moors, and lush woodlands. And you’ll really enjoy the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow in autumn.
