Paris, Antwerp, Venice, the Ardennes – you've conquered them all. As travel experts at Santé, we've curated standout alternatives that deliver fresh excitement without the crowds.
Skip Berlin for Hamburg!
Berlin isn't Germany's only cool spot anymore. Hamburg has stepped up as the dynamic new metropolis. The old sailor haunts and red-light areas are history; strip clubs have evolved into sleek international nightspots, and the harbor sparkles with modern appeal. True to its roots, Hamburg boasts 2,300 bridges festooned with love locks – attach yours with a partner and toss the key into the water for everlasting romance.
A City of Timeless Allure
Hamburg radiates sophistication with stately mansions, luxury cars, high-end designer stores, and lush parks. Wander Schanzenviertel for indie boutiques and inviting cafés. Art enthusiasts: prioritize the Hamburger Kunsthalle, a premier museum across three venues totaling 13,000 m². Seamless public transit zips you citywide effortlessly.
Reach Hamburg from €30 via Thalys in just five hours.
Unlock more unexpected weekend escapes from page 90 in Santé's May issue.
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