59 days in Europe Itinerary

Sens is a commune in the Yonne department in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in north-central France, 120 km from Paris.Sens is a sub-prefecture and the second city of the department, the sixth in the region. On the 1st (Sun), ponder the world of politics at Hotel de ville, contemplate the long history of Palais Synodal, then don't miss a visit to Maison d'Abraham, then explore the world behind art at Musees de Sens, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Le Parc du Moulin a Tan.

For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Sens trip planner.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Paris-Orly Airport, Charles de Gaulle International Airport and Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport. In May, daily temperatures in Sens can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Nancy.

Crossed by the Canal de la Marne au Rhin, Nancy has many small boats and péniches (barges) that navigate the canal waterways, giving you a fantastic vantage point of the city's historical architecture from the water.

Get out of town with these interesting Nancy side-trips: Zoo d'Amnéville (in Amneville), Parc Animalier de Sainte-Croix (in Rhodes) and Room Escape Games (in Metz). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Place Stanislas, stroll around Parc de la Pepiniere, admire the masterpieces at Musee de l'Ecole de Nancy, and take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Dominique Alexandre Godron Garden.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Nancy travel planner.

Traveling by car from Sens to Nancy takes 3 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can drive to Luxembourg City.

While Luxembourg City boasts the shiny headquarters of several European institutions and EU offices, it is also home to a beautiful old town that's designated as a World Heritage Site.

Venture out of the city with trips to Vianden Castle (in Vianden) and Mullerthal Trail (in Mullerthal). And it doesn't end there: appreciate the extensive heritage of Le Chemin de la Corniche, make a trip to Barrio Grund, stroll the grounds of Luxembourg American Cemetery Memorial, and explore the world behind art at Mudam Luxembourg Modern Art Museum.

For where to stay, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Luxembourg City road trip planning app.

Getting from Nancy to Luxembourg City by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Luxembourg City are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Frankfurt.

A global center of finance and transportation, Frankfurt is perhaps best known for its futuristic cityscape.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Frankfurt: Wurzburg (Würzburg Residence, St. Kilian Cathedral, &more), Schloss Heidelberg (in Heidelberg) and Rothenburg (Medieval Crime Museum (Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum), Altstadt, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Liebieghaus, take in nature's colorful creations at Palmengarten, contemplate the long history of Goethe House, and admire the landmark architecture of Romer.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Frankfurt trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Luxembourg City to Frankfurt by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or fly; or take a train. May in Frankfurt sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Bonn.

The birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven, Bonn is one of the country's oldest cities.

Venture out of the city with trips to Trier (Porta Nigra, St. Peter's Cathedral (Dom), &more), Herz-Jesu Kirche (in Mayen) and Eltz Castle (in Wierschem). There's still lots to do: get in on the family fun at Phantasialand, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, get engrossed in the history at Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland, and pause for some serene contemplation at Bonner Munster.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Bonn travel route planner.

Drive from Frankfurt to Bonn in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Bonn are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Liege.

Although decidedly industrial on the outskirts, Liege also boasts impressive architecture.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Tue): appreciate the extensive heritage of Coteaux de la Citadelle, then don't miss a visit to Montagne de Bueren, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Gare de Liege-Guillemins.

To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Liege travel route planner.

Drive from Bonn to Liege in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of tram and train. In May, daytime highs in Liege are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to drive to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Brussels is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Grand Place, make a trip to Belgian Comic Strip Center, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), and get in on the family fun at Mini-Europe.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Brussels visit app.

Traveling by car from Liege to Brussels takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Liege in May: highs in Brussels hover around 19°C, while lows dip to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to drive to Ghent.

Ghent melds the fairy tale-like beauty of Bruges with its stunning Flemish architecture, while at the same time supporting a vibrant cafe and bar scene.

Ghent is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Gravensteen, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, get to know the fascinating history of St Michael's Bridge, and don't miss a visit to Ghent City Center.

To see reviews, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Ghent travel route planner.

Drive from Brussels to Ghent in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. May in Ghent sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can drive to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Take a break from Bruges with a short trip to Menin Gate Memorial in Ieper (Ypres), about 52 minutes away. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Historic Centre of Brugge, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, examine the collection at Choco-Story - The Chocolate Museum, and admire the landmark architecture of Stadhuis.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Bruges trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Ghent to Bruges takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Bruges can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can go by car to Antwerp.

Its reputation as a business-centric city distracts many visitors from the real draws of Antwerp: its historical sites, architectural beauty, and lively culture.

Antwerp is known for museums, historic sites, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of Our Lady, get to know the fascinating history of Cogels Osylei, look for gifts at Pierre Marcolini, and see the interesting displays at Rubens House (Rubenshuis).

For traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Antwerp trip planner.

You can drive from Bruges to Antwerp in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Bruges in June, expect nights in Antwerp to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Rotterdam.

Located in the South Holland province, Rotterdam is one of the Netherlands' most lively cities, as well as one of the largest trading ports in the world.

Change things up with a short trip to Efteling in Kaatsheuvel (about 50 minutes away). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, take in nature's colorful creations at Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Old Church, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Nieuwe Kerk.

To find other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Rotterdam visit planner.

Drive from Antwerp to Rotterdam in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. June in Rotterdam sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to drive to The Hague.

Known as the "judicial capital of the world," The Hague is the center for everything official in the Netherlands: the home of the Dutch government and parliament, the workplace of the King and Queen, and the base of many international affairs such as the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.

The Hague is known for museums, theme parks, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery, make a trip to Celestial Vault, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and get in on the family fun at Madurodam.

For where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the The Hague tour planner.

You can drive from Rotterdam to The Hague in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In June in The Hague, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Change things up with a short trip to Keukenhof in Lisse (about 34 minutes away). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, get to know the resident critters at ARTIS, steep yourself in history at Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House), and sample the tasty concoctions at Heineken Experience.

To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam trip itinerary site.

Getting from The Hague to Amsterdam by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a train; or take a bus. June in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Arnhem.

Arnhem is known mostly for its John Frost Bridge, which the British tried to secure during World War II.

Go for a jaunt from Arnhem to Otterlo to see Kroller-Muller Museum about 32 minutes away. There's still lots to do: explore the different monuments and memorials at Airborne Cemetery, stroll around Park Sonsbeek, explore the striking landscape of Hoge Veluwe National Park, and snap pictures at The John Frost Bridge - John Frostbrug.

To see ratings, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Arnhem trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Amsterdam to Arnhem takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Arnhem can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Dortmund.

Though its major passion may be soccer, Dortmund offers visitors more than just historical sports venues.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): have fun and explore at German Football Museum, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and then try for a hole-in-one at Glowing Rooms 3D Schwarzlicht Minigolf. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Fri): get to know the resident critters at Zoo Dortmund, walk around Westfalenpark, then see the interesting displays at Lwl Industrial Museum Zollern, and finally get engrossed in the history at Mahn- und Gedenkstatte Steinwache.

To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Dortmund tour builder app.

Getting from Arnhem to Dortmund by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to drive to Hannover.

Hannover, northern Germany's major urban center, may be best known for hosting annual commercial trade fairs.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hannover: Historische Altstadt (in Bremen) and Autostadt (in Wolfsburg). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Herrenhauser Garten, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Erlebnis Zoo Hannover, explore the activities along Maschsee, and ponder the world of politics at The New Town Hall.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Hannover trip planner.

Traveling by car from Dortmund to Hannover takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. June in Hannover sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 28th (Tue) before leaving for home.