In the Loire Valley, you’ll discover an endless array of romantic castles nestled amidst charming villages and vast vineyards and orchards. This region is home to some of the most beautiful French châteaux! Particularly in and around the Touraine region, castle enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise.
As one of the most visited and highly praised castles in France, Château de Chenonceau is not only my favorite but also a beloved destination for many visitors to the Loire Valley. Being an avid fan of castles, I find immense joy exploring the Loire region, home
One of the most picturesque spots in Český Krumlov is the castle’s Cloak Bridge. The Cloak Bridge – or Plášťový most into Czech – connects the fourth and fifth courtyards and is thus located in the western part of the Krumlov castle. It is constructed with three
The baroque theatre is one of Český Krumlov’s hidden gems. It is the oldest baroque theatre in the world that has survived and remained unchanged over time. While most of the theatres of that time have burned down because of the use of fire in theatrical plays
The idyllic Vaeshartelt castle is located near Maastricht. The history of this Maastricht castle goes back centuries. From farmstead to luxurious country retreat to lavish gift to King Willem II, but nowadays we can all visit the castle and enjoy this castle hotel. We were invited to
The Netherlands has many castles, but Castle De Haar near Utrecht is our favorite. This photogenic castle is exactly how you used to draw castles as a child: with a moat, impressive entrance gate and many turrets. The fully furnished rooms of De Haar are wonderful to
There is little more that sparks our imagination than historic castles with turrets and beautiful palaces with graceful gardens. The kitch, the splendor, the glamor and the history will take you to another world. The Netherlands offers many opportunities to imagine yourself in medieval times with knights
The metro is not just an easy way to get around Moscow. It is one of the highlights of the city! Not because the metro runs every 80 seconds during rush hour. Not because there are more than 200 metro stations. It’s about its unique architecture. Many
The Hermitage in Saint Petersburg makes an unforgettable impression on every visitor. The art collection is immense and is spread across several museums in the city. Still the majority of the collection seems to be stored in depots! But it’s not just the art collection that impresses:
If you want to see the beautiful Romanov palaces in and around Saint Petersburg, the Alexander Palace in Pushkin will rarely be recommended. This classic, soft-yellow palace does not have the splendor Romanov palaces are known for. So why would I recommend this summer palace in Pushkin
