Top Five Hidden Winter Getaways in Europe
Winter becomes even more enchanting amidst snow-laden landscapes. A recent survey by DFDS, a European ferry service, has shown that many British tourists are seeking less crowded winter destinations after experiencing congestion at popular spots.
To uncover magical locations for a snowy holiday, DFDS studied 23 years of weather data across 164 European cities. Here are their top five hidden gems:
| Rank | Place | Country | Avg. monthly Google searches | Avg. days of snowfall in winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ålesund | Norway | 50 | 59 |
| 2 | Kristiansand | Norway | 60 | 37 |
| 3 | Jūrmala | Latvia | 70 | 45 |
| 4 | Košice | Slovakia | 70 | 33 |
| 5 | Freiburg | Germany | 70 | 25 |
Finding a White Christmas in Europe
The analysis also ranked places ideal for experiencing a white Christmas based on snowfall probability:
| Rank | Place | Country | Avg. monthly Google searches | Probability of snow on Christmas Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kiruna | Sweden | 100 | 70% |
| 2 | Lillehammer | Norway | 120 | 65% |
| 3 | Turku | Finland | 100 | 57% |
| 4 | Tallinn | Estonia | 520 | 57% |
| 5 | Innsbruck | Austria | 230 | 52% |
Interestingly, the study reveals that while some destinations are highly searched, many travelers remain unaware of these picturesque locations, proving there are still hidden treasures waiting to be explored this winter.
