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One of Europe’s most famous and spectacular waterways is the Danube River. Cruises in this area are unsurprisingly popular as they’re a fantastic way to experience the culture that lines the river’s banks across almost three thousand kilometres. With so much to see along the vast waterway, it can be helpful to have a few facts under your sleeve before you set off. Take a read through some of these interesting nuggets of knowledge to make your trip up the Danube all that more exciting and memorable! From Black Forest to Black Sea The Danube starts out when multiple smaller rivers join together in Germany’s Black Forest. From there it takes a long and winding route past some of Europe’s most iconic locations until it reaches the Black Sea, all the way on other side of side of the continent. From Germany to the coast of Romania, at almost three thousand kilometres, discovering even part of this journey with a Danube river cruise is the experience of a lifetime. Flowing Culture When it comes to culture, there are few rivers in the world that can rival the Danube. River cruises on this iconic stretch of water take in some of the most culturally significant cities and towns in Europe, including national capitals Budapest and Vienna. With so many other fantastic sites to see, it’s no surprise that it has become one of the foremost river cruises in the world. Tourist Hikes Thanks to its immense size, tourists are able to reach the river from a number of different countries, making Danube river cruises easy to organise! Because of the interest from tourists, you can rest assured that the river is well-served with cultural highlights. As well as the marvellous cities alongside its banks, there is also spectacular scenery across many miles. With mountains, forests and other geographic spectacles, the river offers fantastic walking and hiking routes on many parts of its journey to the sea. Ten Countries The Danube passes through ten different countries from Germany to the Black Sea. With so many different nations being home to part of the river, it’s arguably the most international waterway out there. It’s diverse and winding route also means it is able to provide water for around ten million residents of Europe. Get Ready to Go There are a number of ways to see this world-famous river, and one of the best is to book an adult weekend with a specialist travel company. They can take care of the arrangements and have you on your Danube river cruise in no time. With so much culture and history available on its well-travelled waterways, this is one tourist attraction in Europe that allows you to see hundreds of others. It’s hard to imagine a better way to take in some of the continent’s most scenic and majestic cities, landscapes and activities. Author Plate Perry Mahoney is the Director of GN Holidays, a holiday company specialising in adult weekend breaks, cruises and other excursions for the over 40s. If you're looking to enjoy a Danube river cruise, a getaway with non-stop 60s and 70s sounds or a just an opportunity to bond with some like-minded travellers, GN Holidays will be sure to provide you with an unforgettable experience.
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