And nowhere is this more evident than in the sneaky world of polite phrases. What sounds friendly in one language might feel confusing—or even cold—in another. Exhibit A: the beloved German phrase “Mal schauen.”

A visit to the Abbey of Sainte-Marie de Fontfroide is both a journey through history and a feast for the senses.

Museums, archives, wineries and cultural spaces in over a dozen towns will welcome visitors deep into the night with music, storytelling, history tours, tastings, and interactive programs.

Near Carcassonne, impressive castles can still be found, which once served as refuges for the Cathar religious movement. Today, they are among the most remarkable landmarks in France.

Dancing into May is deeply rooted in German tradition and is celebrated in various forms across the country, blending music, dance, and festivities with the natural renewal of the season.

In the small town of Haigerloch, a secret nuclear research facility was established where German scientists studied the potential of uranium for energy production and possibly the development of an atomic bomb.

The Hechingen-Stein Open-Air Museum offers fascinating insights into Roman architecture, daily life and culture.

As the ancestral seat of the Prussian royal family and the House of Hohenzollern, Hohenzollern Castle offers a fascinating blend of history, architecture, and breathtaking nature.

Perched high above the Danube River in southern Germany, Celtic Heuneburg is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Europe.

Greek National Day on March 25th is one of the most significant events in Greece’s calendar.