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25.12.2024

8 famous festivals in Europe that you can reach by bus

8 famous festivals in Europe that you can reach by bus

Visiting festivals is the same reason to travel as the desire to lie on the beach or go to museums. Throughout the year, many events on various topics and preferences take place in Europe: music festivals, dance festivals, sports festivals, wine festivals, beer festivals - and even light festivals. 

Below we have collected 8 different European festivals that you can reach by bus. Some of these events are designed more for active youth, some for a leisurely family vacation. The main thing is that these are excellent platforms for communication between different people, cultural exchange and learning new things.

La Fira del Vi wine fair.

Venue: Spain, Catalonia.

Conducting time: It is usually held at the beginning of May.


The festival introduces visitors to the wine culture of the region. Visitors have the opportunity to feel the spirit of Catalonia, taste plenty of different types of wine and taste local delicacies. 

More than 80 wineries participate in the fair, and tastings take place from early morning until late at night. And why not?

In addition to wine and food, music groups from all over the world come here to complement this relaxed atmosphere of relaxation and enjoyment.

Fruhlingsfest beer festival 

Germany, Stuttgart.

It is usually held in April.

Frühlingfest is Stuttgart's spring beer festival and one of the largest in Germany. It usually lasts for several weeks, and during this time it manages to visit about 1 million tourists from all over the world.

The festival is traditionally opened by the burgomaster (mayor) and after that the beer literally flows like a river. Cheerful companies gather at long tables, go for a walk, taste traditional dishes and dance to the songs of artists.  


Cully Jazz Festival.

Switzerland, Kulli. 

It is usually held at the beginning of April.

This festival has been held since 1983 and attracts connoisseurs of jazz, wine and cozy atmosphere. And she is here, believe me, because the town of Kulli is located on the shore of the picturesque Lake Geneva. 

Jazz performers from all over the world come to this event and play in a variety of locations: on the street, in restaurants and even in wine cellars. By the way, you can attend many such performances absolutely free, because they take place in crowded places. 

Despite its large scope, the festival manages to maintain a kind of intimate atmosphere - that's why it attracts many tourists who like a calm, unhurried vacation. 

Keukenhof Flower Festival.

The Netherlands, Lisse.

It is usually held at the beginning of April.

Keukenhof is a world-famous royal flower park located in the town of Lisse, not far from Amsterdam and The Hague. Travelers from all over the world come here to see this fantastic sight. Every year, more than 800 varieties of the most diverse flowers bloom on an area of ​​32 hectares. There are over 4.5 million tulips alone!

It's not for nothing that many of us associate the Netherlands with flowers! Visiting Keukenhof in April is a great format for a relaxing and educational family vacation, which will also introduce you to the local culture and customs. 

Amsterdam Coffee Festival

The Netherlands, Amsterdam.

It is usually held at the beginning of April.

This festival attracts morning drink lovers from all over Europe. Both baristas come here to share their experiences and coffee connoisseurs to learn more about new trends in this field, taste new varieties and take home fragrant beans. 

Master classes on latte art, roasting beans, tours to coffee laboratories and tastings are held here. There are also food courts for visitors, where they can taste aromatic coffee along with desserts from local confectioners. 

All this is accompanied by different music: from jazz and classical to dance and electronic, turning the festival into a real multi-day holiday.

Snowbombing Music Festival 

Austria, Mayrhofen

It is usually held at the beginning of April.

Since this is a ski resort and there is still snow here at this time, you can combine various activities at the festival. During the day you can go skiing, snowboarding or sledding, and in the evening you can enjoy the performances of the best DJs and musicians. 

The crazy program includes raves in snow igloos, parties in the forest, speed dating on lifts and a lot of other activities. Although most of the performers at the festival represent different genres of electronic music, the program always includes other music for every taste. Snowbombing is not only a large-scale event in the world of music, but also a great opportunity to get even more impressions from your trip.

Festival of light and music "Fête des Lumières".

France, Lyon.

It is usually held at the beginning of December.

The festival of lights in Lyon decorates the already cozy winter city and gives it bright colors for three days. This festival is free, and anyone who happens to be on the street at that moment can participate. By the way, the event has an interesting history: the tradition began in 1854, when locals lit candles on these days to celebrate the opening of the statue of the Virgin Mary in Lyon. 

Today, this light show is about incredible technologies and creativity. Light is projected onto local architectural monuments, giving them new colors, and designers from all over the world are preparing for this event, so that their light show differs from others and creates a "wow effect". The Festival of Lights in Lyon is a great family winter attraction. 

Festival of white noise "Sziget".

Hungary, Budapest.

It is usually held at the beginning of August.

One of the largest and most famous music festivals in the world. It is known for its powerful line-up (list of participants). Hundreds of famous bands, DJs and singers from around the world perform here, such as Billie Eilish, Imagine Dragons, Foals, David Guetta, M83. During 7 days, festival visitors can familiarize themselves with the entire range of music.

In addition to music, numerous cultural events take place at Sziget: film screenings, sports competitions, art exhibitions and galleries, theater and circus performances, debate clubs, language schools, children's programs, prize draws, charity events.

The festival is popular among residents of Western Europe. More than 50% of visitors come from abroad, mostly from the Netherlands, Germany, Great Britain and France.

Visit festivals, gain new emotions and travel - it's worth it!

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