Europe is known for having some of the best festivals in the world. While spending time in Europe is an awesome time in itself, why not add extra excitement to your travels by attending a festival here? Many tours in Europe will take you to these festivals, often with other features included. They’ll not only make it easier for you to get into these festivals, but provide you with a great time the rest of your trip.
Pizza Fest, Italy
Instead of swimming in tomatoes, you can actually enjoy eating them at the world’s largest pizza festival, located in Naples, Italy. Naples, the birthplace of pizza, is the perfect city to host this event. People come from all over to whip up their best version of this amazing gift to the world, and after seven days of chowing down as much as you can, the festival will declare a winner. Mix it with a culinary tour of Italy to bask in the ambience of all the delicious-ness.
Oktoberfest, Germany
Many cities around the world try to put their own spin on Oktoberfest, but they’ll never measure up to the original one in Bavaria. Participants dress up in old-German folk costumes, eat awesome treats, party at the carnival, and drink lots and lots of German brews. Going on a tour will help you find the best and most convenient accommodations nearby the festivals, with inside access to all the best parts of Oktoberfest.
La Tomatina, Spain
La Tomatina has grown more and more popular over the years, meaning you’re going to need buy a ticket to get in. Going with a tour will guarantee your spot in the world’s biggest food fight. La Tomatina takes place in Bunol, a town near Valencia where every August, thousands come to the street to throw tomatoes at each other, and essentially play in a giant puddle of tomato sauce.
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Roskilde, Denmark
Roskilde is Denmark’s largest music festival, that includes tons of other events for those who might need to give their ears a break. With mini art-festivals, food events, parties, a DIY making-things section, and even a naked run, the festival serves all interests. Combine it with a tour to see Denmark and secure your accomodation.
Pamplona, Spain
Pamplona, or Running of the Bulls, is another popular event taking place during the San Fermin festivals in Spain. The ‘encierro’’ involves a handful of bulls and steers, being let out to chase hundreds of people. Though it is loads of fun, it’s equally as dangerous. If you want to join in on the festivities, just be mindful of the risks.
Las Fallas, Spain
Another festival that takes places in Valencia is Las Fallas. Las Fallas has been going on since the Middle Ages, and it plays an important role in the Valencian community. Though there are many events during the festival, the most significant is the building of the fallas; giant, paper-mache structures that make fun of various public figures. The festivities go on until the last day, where the fallas are burnt down.
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Tomorrowland, Belgium
Next year, Tomorrowland will take place in Belgium. If you haven’t heard of this event, then you’re seriously missing out. Tomorrowland is the largest electronic music festival in the world, and you and thousands of others will stand before the stage of the most extravagant party you’ll ever attend. There’s many tour packages to Tomorrowland, where you can extend your stay in Europe to have even more fun afterwards.
Author’s Bio: Hana LaRock is originally from New York, though has called other places around the world her home for the last two years. She currently lives in South Korea as an English teacher and freelance travel writer. When she’s not working, she enjoys writing, reading, spending time with her dog, and of course, traveling. You can find her at www.hanalarockwriting.com.
