{"id":4776,"date":"2018-09-20T02:51:39","date_gmt":"2018-09-20T02:51:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/?p=4776"},"modified":"2023-10-08T10:29:17","modified_gmt":"2023-10-08T14:29:17","slug":"best-autumn-european-travel-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/travel-resources\/best-autumn-european-travel-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Amazing Fall European Destinations for Food and Wine Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A brisk breeze is blowing in, leaves are tinged with reddish hues and everyone&#8217;s talking about back to school. Welcome to fall! If you&#8217;re daydreaming of traveling to Europe during the Autumn season, here are some stunning spots in Europe where you can indulge in delicious autumn cuisine and cocktails that go <em>well<\/em> beyond a Pumpkin Spice Latte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IN THIS GUIDE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"#jerez\">Jerez de la Frontera<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#loire\">Loire Valley<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#constance\">Lake Constance<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#siena\">Siena<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#hallstatt\">Hallstatt<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#amsterdam\">Amsterdam<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#brugge\">Brugge<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#perthshire\">Perthshire<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"jerez\"><\/a>Jerez de la Frontera, Spain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though the weather in Jerez isn&#8217;t as chilly as other European spots in fall, it&#8217;s the perfect place to visit for travelers who want to have a fall getaway while still enjoying some leftover rays of sunshine. Known for its delectable sherry, taste <em>fino<\/em>, <em>manzanilla<\/em> and <em>oloroso<\/em> varieties while sampling specialties like almadraba tuna and oxtail. Be sure to walk the streets of Old Town Jerez and participate in a <strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/ogb6\" target=\"_blank\">traditional Andalucian Horse Show<\/a><\/strong>. Try to make it to Jerez for<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sherry.wine\/sherryweek\" target=\"_blank\"> International Sherry Week<\/a> (this year in Mid-November). Also, be sure to read up on the <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/spain\/sherry-wine-jerez-spain-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">winemaking traditions and styles in Jerez<\/a><\/strong> with our guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/spain\/best-cities-food-wine-spain\/\" target=\"_blank\">Visit These Charming Spots in Spain If You Love Food and Wine<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/best-places-to-travel-in-europe-october-september-loire-valley.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/best-places-to-travel-in-europe-october-september-loire-valley.jpg\" alt=\"Best Places To Travel in Europe During Autumn | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-4831\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/best-places-to-travel-in-europe-october-september-loire-valley.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/best-places-to-travel-in-europe-october-september-loire-valley-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/best-places-to-travel-in-europe-october-september-loire-valley-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">France&#8217;s Loire Valley in early Autumn.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"loire\"><\/a>Loire Valley, France<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides gazing at endless stretches of vineyards and countryside, lightly suffused with autumnal shades, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/france\/loire-valley-wine-region\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loire Valley<\/a><\/strong> offers the best kind of fall fun: castles and wine. A medieval-inspired getaway includes visits to castles (over 40 <i>ch\u00e2teaux\u00a0<\/i>dot the region), visits to wineries, or better yet, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/gckf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">visits to wineries in castles<\/a><\/strong>. Make sure to sip some dry white Muscadet and pair it with <em>rillettes, <\/em>a textured P\u00e2t\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/france\/top-loire-valley-wineries-castles-to-visit-this-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Loire Valley Wineries &amp; Castles to Visit<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"constance\"><\/a>Lake Constance, Germany (or Austria or Switzerland)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Europe&#8217;s largest lakes, Lake Constance actually borders three different countries: Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Besides enjoying the lake views, there&#8217;s plenty to do in the area in all three countries &#8212; boat rides, castle visits, hiking, and more. With various fall festivals happening through the end of the season, plan to sip some wines from the local M\u00fcller-Thurgau grape variety and participate in apple and pumpkin harvests too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/italy-october-september-travel-tuscany-winetraveler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/italy-october-september-travel-tuscany-winetraveler.jpg\" alt=\"Italy in October Where To Go - Tuscany \/ Siena | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-4832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/italy-october-september-travel-tuscany-winetraveler.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/italy-october-september-travel-tuscany-winetraveler-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/italy-october-september-travel-tuscany-winetraveler-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tuscany makes for a legendary getaway during the months of October and September. Especially given that it&#8217;s around the time when wine harvest is in full swing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"siena\"><\/a>Siena Province, Italy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/italy\/reasons-to-visit-siena-tuscany\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Siena is a province in Tuscany<\/strong><\/a>, home to a number of small villages diffused through forests, rolling hills, vineyards and more. The landscape is absolutely breathtaking, especially in autumn when the color medley changes from cool to warm. Besides stopping to taste wine (Siena spans part of <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/italy\/chianti-itinerary-5-days-tuscany\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>the Chianti region<\/strong><\/a>), hit up one of the many chestnut harvest festivals that happen during October and November. You can also <strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/vzjw\" target=\"_blank\">have dinner in the vineyards near the city<\/a><\/strong>, or participate in a number of <strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/4dmz\" target=\"_blank\">private tour options in and around the city<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/europe-in-autumn-travel-destinations.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/europe-in-autumn-travel-destinations-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Europe in Autumn Travel Destinations: Hallstatt Austria | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-4828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/europe-in-autumn-travel-destinations.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/europe-in-autumn-travel-destinations-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/europe-in-autumn-travel-destinations-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/europe-in-autumn-travel-destinations-310x207.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stunning Hallstatt, Austria during October.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"hallstatt\"><\/a>Hallstat, Austria<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hallstatt&#8217;s beautiful lake and quaint alpine houses make the village one of as most photographed spots. Views over the lake and mountains as the leaves change color are truly exceptional and even better if enjoyed while digging into an apple strudel and some mulled, spiced wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/austria\/best-things-to-do-in-hallstatt-austria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 Best Things to Do in Hallstatt Austria in 2023<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/amsterdam-during-autumn-europe-travel.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/amsterdam-during-autumn-europe-travel.jpg\" alt=\"Best Places To Travel in Europe During Fall - Amsterdam | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-4827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/amsterdam-during-autumn-europe-travel.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/amsterdam-during-autumn-europe-travel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/amsterdam-during-autumn-europe-travel-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amsterdam is always a fall treat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"amsterdam\"><\/a>Amsterdam, Netherlands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the larger cities on this list, Amsterdam&#8217;s <strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/mo1e\" target=\"_blank\">charming canals and vivid bike culture<\/a><\/strong> are especially welcome in fall. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/4p7l\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>A bike tour through the nearby countryside<\/strong><\/a> will introduce you to those famous windmills set among the autumn leaves. A visit to a cheese factory gives you access to endless wheels of Gouda. Plus, the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iamsterdam.com\/en\/see-and-do\/whats-on\/festivals\/overview-cultural-festivals\/amsterdam-light-festival\" target=\"_blank\">Amsterdam Lights Festival<\/a> starts at the end of November, where the city&#8217;s canals, landmarks and more are covered in twinkling lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Brugge-europe-fall-travel.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Brugge-europe-fall-travel.jpg\" alt=\" best cities to visit in europe during Autumn - Brugge | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-4830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Brugge-europe-fall-travel.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Brugge-europe-fall-travel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Brugge-europe-fall-travel-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brugge almost looks like a painting during Fall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"brugge\"><\/a>Brugge, Brussels<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever heard of pink Brugge? Some leaves actually look a reddish-pink when they start to change color in this fairy tale medieval city. While you can <strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/7vyi\" target=\"_blank\">go the beer route<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;(they even have a beer museum), <strong><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/1uyg\" target=\"_blank\">Brugge is known for its sugary delights<\/a><\/strong> &#8212; especially Belgian waffles and chocolate. Katelijnestraat Street is lined with several chocolate shops, so those with a sweet tooth should start there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/autumn-travel-destinations-europe.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"723\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/autumn-travel-destinations-europe.jpg\" alt=\"Best Europe Travel Destinations During September, October and Novemebr | Winetraveler.com\" class=\"wp-image-4826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/autumn-travel-destinations-europe.jpg 723w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/autumn-travel-destinations-europe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/autumn-travel-destinations-europe-310x207.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 723px) 100vw, 723px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Scotland is one of the most underrated European Fall destinations.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"perthshire\"><\/a>Perthshire, Scotland<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With over 1\/5 of the country covered in trees, Scotland is the place to be if you want to admire the leaves changing colors. Perthshire is especially picturesque in autumn thanks to its forests, as well as long stretches of moors, rivers and mountains. You may get a little chilly, but with several whiskey distilleries in the region, you can easily warm up with a dram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More Autumn Travel Guides and Travel Inspiration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/scotland\/top-10-scotch-whisky-distilleries-you-cant-miss\/\" target=\"_blank\">Top 10 Scotch Whisky Distilleries You Can\u2019t Miss On Your Next Trip<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/scotland\/isle-of-skye-visitors-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">Here\u2019s Why You Should Visit The Isle of Skye: Scotland\u2019s Mythic and Misted Isle<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/italy\/charming-italian-towns-to-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\">10 Charming Italian Towns To Visit if You Love Food and Wine<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/europe\/san-marino-2-day-itinerary-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">San Marino 2 Day Itinerary: Complete Travel Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/united-kingdom\/best-places-to-visit-united-kingdom\/\" target=\"_blank\">14 Best Places To Visit in the United Kingdom for History, Nature, Wine &amp; Food<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You are reading \u201cBest Fall European Destinations for Food &amp; Wine Lovers\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/travel-resources\/best-autumn-european-travel-destinations\">Back To Top<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><i>where to travel in the fall, autumn destinations in Europe: <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/italy\/top-10-things-to-do-in-florence-italy\/\" target=\"_blank\">top things to do in Florence<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you enjoyed this guide, consider joining the&nbsp;<strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/winetraveler\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook Group<\/a><\/strong> to interact with other Winetravelers and for travel inspiration around the world, and be sure to follow along with us on <strong><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/winetraveler_com\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"jetpack_subscription_widget\"><h2 class=\"widgettitle\">Get Articles Like These Directly in Your Inbox!<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-subscriptions__container\">\n\t\t\t<form action=\"#\" method=\"post\" accept-charset=\"utf-8\" id=\"subscribe-blog-1\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-blog=\"202258003\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_access_level=\"everybody\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"subscribe-text\"><p>Subscribe to Winetraveler and receive notifications when new travel guides and itineraries are published. 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