An intricate jigsaw of landscapes, cultures, histories, art, architecture and cuisines, Western Europe retains time-honoured traditions while constantly evolving to incorporate inspired new trends. Lonely Planet is your passport to Western Europe, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice.
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Wander the backstreets of Venice, study the stunning detail of the Alhambra, find your perfect night out in London; all with your trusted travel companion.
Lonely Planet writer Catherine Le Nevez describes why she loves Western Europe. "I love that you only have to travel a short distance in western Europe to find yourself in a completely different environment. From the language, streetscapes, street food, music and fashion to the climate, topography, natural landscapes and even the rhythm of daily life, there's an astonishing diversity in this compact area that's easily accessible thanks to its fantastic transport network. What I love most, though, isn't the countries' differences but the similarities that unite them - above all, a passion for the quality of life here and a community spirit that transcends individual borders."
Western Europe's Top 10
1. Eiffel Tower, Paris
2. Live Music, London
3. Venice
4. Imperial Vienna
5. Ancient Rome
6. Remembering the Wall, Berlin
7. Barcelona's La Sagrada Familia
8. Alhambra, Granada
9. Beer-Drinking in Munich
10. Tuscany
Inside Lonely Planet’s Western Europe Travel Guide:
- Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Honest review for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – history, religion, food, wine, beer, environment, wildlife, art, architecture, music, theatre
Coverage includes: Austria, Belgium & Luxembourg, Britain, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and more
Writers: Catherine Le Nevez, Isabel Albiston, Kate Armstrong, Alexis Averbuck, Oliver Berry, Cristian Bonetto, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Kerry Christiani, Gregor Clark, Fionn Davenport, Marc Di Duca, Belinda Dixon, Mark Elliott, Duncan Garwood, Anthony Ham, Paula Hardy, Damian Harper, Anita Isalska, Ali Lemer, Virginia Maxwell, Hugh McNaughtan, Korina Miller, Isabella Noble, John Noble, Lorna Parkes, Christopher Pitts, Leonid Ragozin, Kevin Raub, Simon Richmond, Daniel Robinson, Brendan Sainsbury, Andrea Schulte-Peevers, Helena Smith, Regis St Louis, Andy Symington, Benedict Walker, Greg Ward, Nicola Williams, Neil Wilson
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