Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen, the largest city in Scandinavia, is home to the oldest kingdom in the world. Since the bronze life-size statue of the "Little Horn" of Hans Christian Andersen, Town Hall Square and the Castle of Kristianmporgk, Copenhagen has cultural and historical wealth and is a wonderful city for walking . Tour the shopping center or enjoy the lush gardens of Tivoli and entertainment venues in the surrounding area. Visit the port Nichavn and relax in an outdoor cafe or wander boat canals of Copenhagen.
Helsinki, Finland
A city with spacial character and traditions, Helsinki, the capital of Finland is an architectural gem. Combining classic style, baroque and modern design, Helsinki is a vibrant city with a unique culture, heritage and beauty. The best way to enjoy this beauty is on a walk, or a ride by a public bike.
Karlskrona, Sweden
The city of Karlskrona is spread over 30 islands in the eastern part of Blekinge archipelago. Outside the city lies the archipelago of Karlskrona, the most southern of the Swedish archipelagos. Several islands are connected to the city by ferries. The most important day in Karlskrona is the day before midsummer's eve. On that day a big fair takes place and attracts tens of thousands to visit Karlskrona. The fair is called Lövmarknaden (The Leaf Fair) and is very popular among the locals. Every year in late July/early August a popular festival called The Sail takes place in the harbor of Karlskrona. The old architecture together with the naval installations comprise the major tourist attractions of Karlskrona. The city has a pleasant atmosphere and is one of the highlights of south-east Sweden.
Kalundborg, Denmark
On the west coast of Zealand opposite Copenhagen, Kalundborg with its medieval town offers a slower-paced look at Danish culture and is endowed with enchantments all its own. The Old Town dates to the 12th century and is graced with well-preserved 15th- to 16th-century houses, the cultural history Kalundborg Museum, the 13th-century Church of Our Lady and quaint cafés to take in the ambiance. Denmark’s largest winemaker, Dyrehøj Vineyard, also happens to be located on Kalundborg’s sunny peninsula, where you can enjoy tastings of their white, rosé and sparkling wines. Strike out in surrounding areas to follow in the footsteps of the Vikings – at the site of Lake Tissø, the Viking fortress in Trelleborg and the Viking ship museum in Roskilde.
Kiel, Germany
Kiel is the capital city of the German state of Schleswig-Holstein and has a population of roughly 240,000. It is located at the Baltic Sea at the end of the "Kieler Förde".Kiel is approximately 90 kilometres (56 mi) north of Hamburg. Due to its geographic location in the north of Germany, the southeast of the Jutland peninsula, and the southwestern shore of the Baltic Sea, Kiel has become one of the major maritime centres of Germany.Kiel has also been one of the traditional homes of the German Navy's Baltic fleet, and continues to be a major high-tech shipbuilding centre
Riga
Riga is the gem of the Baltics. It is situated at the mouth of the Daugava, on the shores of the Gulf of Riga on the Baltic. Riga has an ancient history and rich cultural heritage. As Riga has always been located at a juncture of trading routes, it is a multicultural city which means there are things to see here: a weekend in Riga is a great way to gather new impressions and to relax.
Stockholm, Sewden
Although Stockholm consists of 14 islands, you will easily reach every corner of this capital city thanks to the 50 picturesque bridges. The city of the Nobel Prize has parks, museums and palaces - the most famous of all is the huge Royal Palace with 608 rooms. You can enjoy the beauty of Stockholm by land, going for a walk in Old Town, which is full of boutiques, outdoor cafes, historic buildings and interesting sights or rent a sailboat or motorboat to explore Stockholm by water.
Szczecin, Poland
Szczecin is the biggest city in the north-west part of Poland, just 120km from Berlin and only 80km from the Baltic Sea. Located on both sides of the Odra River, Szczecin is a lively city, an important seaport and a shipbuilding centre close to the border with Germany. There are some remaining magnificent monuments of architecture, reminiscent of the times when Szczecin, as part of Prussia, was considered the "Paris of the North". Many green parks in the center, the forests and lakes, among them the Dabie Lake -make it a good recreational area.
Tallinn, Estonia
The capital of Estonia, Tallinn is a European city with a unique atmosphere thanks to the incredible architectural treasures and gilded roofs of houses, churches with tall steeples and the famous Fort Tuba of 13th century with the haunted halls. A walking tour will enchant you. Wander the maze of narrow medieval streets and passageways, and relax with a local beer in one of the outdoor bars or restaurants in the historic Town Hall Square. Enjoy the wonderful boutiques and retailers in a shopping stroll along the famous cobbled streets of Catherine's Passage.
Visby, Sweden
Visby is one of the most alluring islands of Sweden. A popular destination and trade center since the Vikings era. Its medieval architecture will take you a few centuries back in time. There are 92 churches of the 13th century, which are still in use. This sunny island has sandy beaches, moors and meadows, ideal for those who are seeking an exotic adventure.
Berlin (Warnemunde), Germany
Warnemunde is a small seaside resort town over two hours by train to Germany's capital of Berlin.It is considered a suburb of Rostock close by.Scwerin is also a popular town to vistit in the area for those not wanting to travel the long distance to Berlin.
