Western Europe at a Glance

Western Europe is home to the grand chateaux and cathedrals of France, the windmills, levies and canals of the Netherlands, the famous stepped roofs of Belgium, the walled fortifications of Luxembourg and the celebrated party lifestyle of Monaco. Come here to get your fill of food, culture and history.

France is the largest country in Western Europe. Paris with its landmark architectural features, distinct apartment buildings and romantic bridges over the Seine makes all the postcards. The French Riviera is home to high flying glitzy and glamorous types, year round good weather and beautiful Mediterranean beaches. The French Alps and mountainous regions teem with skiers zipping down the slopes. Further east lie the vineyards of Burgundy. In the north, medieval towns intersperse with green fields, cows and Atlantic facing beaches. Up the coast in Belgium, trendy cities thrum with the sounds of bicycle tires thwacking the pavement. History buffs wander medieval towns and foodies bite into Belgian chocolate. The Netherlands draws partiers to neighborhoods in Amsterdam and others to its city cafes and pristine countryside. Tiny Luxembourg offers castles, forts and mountain views. Monaco is a favorite play-ground for the rich and offers Mediterranean weather all year round.