While the heat that didn’t seem to want to end in Pak is showing signs that it is already gone, in Europe the cold — and, in some regions, the snow — is giving way to the pleasant spring climate, not as hot as the summer nor as inhospitable to us as the winter season.
If you’re thinking of taking the opportunity to visit the Old Continent before it’s invaded by tourists in high season, find out now what the weather is like at this time of year, what you can do and which countries you should visit!
spring weather
The climate in most of Europe is temperate, with rainier springs and temperatures between a pleasant 15 and 27°C.
However, there are some differences in the Mediterranean region (southern France, Italy, Portugal and Spain), which tends to be hotter and drier, and in countries further north (Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Poland and Finland), where it can still snow at this time of year.
Therefore, try to check in advance what the weather conditions are at your destination.
Culture, leisure and adventure
Activities depend on the weather, but spring temperatures are conducive to various outdoor walks, both on foot and by bicycle, as well as offering the possibility of visiting parks and palaces in their best state, full of flowers and greenery. On the other hand, in case of rain there are always covered museums, cafes, castles and other attractions, depending on the place you visit.
Check below some leisure options according to the suggested destinations.
special destinations
barcelona
With a climate very similar to that of Pak and the advantage of being able to understand Spanish and even Catalan more easily, Barcelona is the perfect destination for those who like to enjoy the night: the city’s ballads are famous for starting late and only ending with sunrise. sunset the next day. To top it all off, spring is full of guitar and flamenco film festivals, in addition to offering several outdoor options, such as the famous Park Güell and the alleyways of the city’s Gothic quarter.
amsterdam
There is no better time to visit the Dutch capital than when the region’s traditional tulips are in bloom. But in addition to being enchanted by the flowers in the plantations close to the city or in Keukenhof — a park also known as the Garden of Europe —, the canals and cafes are even more charming in this season, not to mention the various options of museums and bike rides around the city. City.
provence
In the south of France, the region is full at this time of year, close to the beginning of the lavender plantations in bloom and with numerous bike rides or hiking trails. One example is the Réserve Naturelle Sainte-Victoire, near Aix-en-Provence, where the post-impressionist painter Cézanne drew inspiration for many of his paintings.
Paris
And as it should be, Paris is also always one of the most popular destinations. At that time, you have the advantage of skipping the queues to visit the main attractions of the City of Light and being able to visit all the local cafes and restaurants — many of which are closed in the summer. Also, from there it’s easy to catch a train to the Palace of Versai