NATURE & HIKING
Madeira’s laurel forest: an island seen through its woods
The Laurissilva is more than a green backdrop to Madeira: it tells a story of ancient forests, rare species and the responsibility to protect a sensitive habitat.
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The Christmas and New Year Market stretches through Speyer's city centre from 23 November 2026 to 10 January 2027. A cultural weekend leads from here to the cathedral and the Judenhof — two very different World Heritage sites, each with its own history.
READ THE PREVIEWThe Laurissilva is more than a green backdrop to Madeira: it tells a story of ancient forests, rare species and the responsibility to protect a sensitive habitat.
→In winter, the Danube leads through Regensburg’s many layers of history: from the Stone Bridge into the old town and on to Stadtamhof. Museums complement the walk when the days are short.
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