Beyond Amsterdam and Venice: 6 delightful European canal cities
From culture in Hamburg to sweet confections in Aveiro, the charms of these places are revealed as you drift down uncrowded waterways.
Hamburg, Ghent, Aveiro, Bruges, Ghent and Livorno are six European cities with canals that are worth exploring beyond Amsterdam and Venice. Haarlem, a small Dutch city near Amsterdam, offers a replica of the capital with its canals, 17th-century houses, museums and Frans Hals Museum. Ghent, another Belgian city, boasts a compact size, car-free streets, and historical sites like the Gravensteen and three beguinages.
Aveiro, a Portuguese city, resembles Venice with its canals and colorful moliceiros boats, along with Art Nouveau architecture and the famous "ovos moles" confections. Hamburg's Elbe River, Alster tributary and Speicherstadt warehouse district provide a glimpse into its rich cultural heritage. Strasbourg, a city with a mixed heritage, features the Ill River, Grande Ile and the picturesque Petite France district.
Livorno, an Italian seaside city near Florence, offers a beach promenade, historic funicular, and a mix of progressive politics in its past.
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