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8 Romantic European Towns Perfect for a Slow, Cosy Honeymoon
If you want to skip the tourist rush for your Honeymoon, these timeless European towns offer newlyweds one-of-a-kind, intimate escapes.
Want a fairytale-ish honeymoon, these European Towns are just it for youWikimedia Commons
In an age where travel plans are a list of to-do items to be ticked through the course of the trip with jam-packed itineraries and hectic schedules, the true luxury for newlyweds is time. Some moments spent with each other, the kind that lingers over lazy coffee mornings, sunsets by the lakes, and night-walks in the quiet streets of a town where nobody knows them. All that newlyweds look for right now is a slow, peaceful honeymoon that lets them trade tourist queues for quiet cafes and soft conversations.
And these eight European towns are everything that any newly married couple needs-an intimate setting, timeless, and perfect for savouring love at your own pace.
8 European Towns for a Cosy, Romantic Honeymoon
Colmar, France
All things slow and cosy, the best European towns for honeymoonersWikimedia Commons
Have you ever seen a watercolour painting come to life? Colmar, a city in France, feels just like it with its pastel timber houses, flower-lined canals and Alsatian wine. Whether you want to spend your days walking hand-in-hand through the streets of Colmar or Petite Venise or you want to have a cozy date-night in candlelit bistros that serve tarte flambée or you want to go sampling crisp Reislings, Colmar has something for everyone but the best of all, it has that cozy vibe that makes you want to stay a bit longer, take in the peace and spend quality time with your partner.
Manifest Recommends: Dine at Wistub de la Petite Venise for Alsatian specialties or browse Marché Couvert for local produce.
Portofino, Italy
Italy has no match when it comes to slow and luxurious vacay spots, and if it is for Honeymoon, Unmatched!Wikimedia Commons
A commune located in the metropolitan city of Genoa on the Italian Riviera, Portofina is a town clustered around its small harbour and is known for the artistically painted buildings that line the shore. A tiny, idyllic Ligurian fishing village, this town whispers romance with every street and corner. The secluded swimming coves and trattorias overlooking the sea make the town of Portofino an intimate retreat and a haven for newlywed couples. You can also hire a boat for a slow cruising experience along the coast or simply stay in watching the yachts glide about at sunset.
Manifest Recommends- Dine at Taverna del Marinaio for an exquisite experience with intimate harborside seafood, calamari and frutti di mare, that is perfect for sunset dinners.
Sintra, Portugal
From picturesque gardens to sunny beaches, a cosy town for your cosy honeymoonWikimedia Commons
The town of Sintra, just outside Lisbon, is one of the most urbanised and densely populated municipalities of Portugal. A major tourist destination popular for its picturesque scenery, the town has several historic places, including castles, beaches, parks and gardens. Its misty forests and whimsical palaces feel like they are straight out of a fairy tale. You can walk to the Moorish Castle or stroll through the gardens of Quinta da Regaleira.
Manifest Recommends- Enjoy pastries at Casa Piriquita, which is popular amongst the tourists for travesseiros and queijadas, or sip tea at Anjos Teahouse, a quaint, casual spot.
Hallstatt, Austria
A lakeside gem for all those who would love to witness the sun dipping below the horizon at duskWikimedia Commons
A small town in the district of Gmunden in the Austrian state of Upper Austria, Hallstatt is a lakeside gem surrounded by the Alps. Hallstatt is a picturesque, peaceful town that houses salt mine tunnels and a rich history surrounding its culture and archaeology. Newlyweds can choose to visit the church bells, explore the salt-mine tunnels or take a slow boat ride across the lakes at sunset as the sky turns into hues of pink at dusk.
Manifest Recommends- If you’re in Hallstatt, there is nothing better than enjoying local trout at Restaurant im Seehotel Grüner Baum.
Ronda, Spain
Perched on a cliff, a town seeped in dramatic charmWikimedia Commons
Known for its cliffside location and a deep canyon that carries the Guadalevín River, Ronda is perfect for couples who love a little drama in their vacation destination. Charming at best, Ronda is situated on a clifftop in Andalusia and houses some of the most scenic views one has ever seen. Couples can wander through its old Moorish quarter or watch the sun dip behind the Puente Nuevo bridge. This town offers everything from a peaceful moment to yourself to a little adventure in its streets.
Manifest Recommends-Take a wine tasting at Bodega Doña Felisa (Chinchilla Wines) or dine al fresco with gorge views at Panorámico Restaurant
Nafplio, Greece
A seaside town with an Unmatched charmWikimedia Commons
A coastal city located in the Peloponnese in Greece, Nafplio was once the first capital of modern Greece. It is a seaside town of Venetian fortresses with Bougainvillaea-covered balconies, much like the ones you see in the movies-and marble squares. If you are on your honeymoon, you can climb the Palamidi fortress or swim in crystal coves nearby. It is everything you would dream of for your slow, cosy honeymoon.
Manifest Recommends- Visit the local artisan shops or choose Pergamónto for loukoumades and sweet treats that melt in your mouth.
Vipava, Slovenia
if you love wine, Vipava is where you goWikimedia Commons
Vipava is a town in western Slovenia and is also known as the “Slovenian Tuscany.” A wine region of rolling hills, Vipava houses terracotta rooftops and tiny villages that are untouched by mass tourism. Couples on their Honeymoon can cycle through vineyards while the valley turns into the hues of gold at dusk. Rent a room in a family-run villa and enjoy a cosy stay with your partner.
Manifest Recommends- Enjoy the natural wines at Vipava Wine Cellar or dine at Gostilna pri Lojzetu at Zemono Manor for refined, local-ingredient cuisine.
Alpbach, Austria
The prettiest village of Austria for a reason!Wikimedia Commons
Known as Austria’s prettiest village, Alpbach is a town in western Austria in the state of Tyrol. Filled with flowers and cradled by green alpine meadows, Alpbach is known to be the best honeymoon destination for food-lovers and people who love a quiet moment away from the rush and only with each other. Couples can savour farm-to-table Tylorean cuisine and go for walks to the hidden mountain lakes in the region. It is also popularly known for its ski resorts and quiet slopes for couples to spend an adventurous afternoon.
Manifest Recommends- Taste Tyrolean fare at Alpbacherhof Gourmet Restaurant to get the best of Alpbach cuisine
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