Your Essential Travel Guide To Europe
Discover Things To Do In Europe
Reach major European countries conveniently and at highly competitive prices on our DFDS European ferry and cruise routes. These crossings will allow you to discover Europe, letting you explore the UK, Ireland, France, Holland, Denmark, Norway, the Baltics, and beyond.
See more about the European cruise and ferry destinations in our comprehensive travel guides below.
Travel Guides
England
With a rich and fascinating history, England is home to some incredible sights and cultural treasures, from medieval castles to extraordinary cityscapes.
Scotland
Scotland’s natural beauty is only matched by its architecture and culture, from the stunning mountains and lochs to elegant cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Holland
Discover Holland, famous for its iconic windmills, rolling countryside and culture hubs of Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Haarlem.
Belgium
Characterised by picturesque, medieval town centres and extraordinary landscapes, Belgium boasts an endless list of things to do.
France
With 3 relaxing routes to France, it’s easier than ever to visit the landscapes and historic cities of this amazing country.
Wales
With fantastic, modern cities like Cardiff, as well as beautiful scenery including mountain valleys and beautiful coastline, visit Wales and experience this for yourself.
Sweden
Remarkably diverse, Sweden offers everything from rugged, glacial landscapes, to tranquil lakes and woodland, to the magnificent cities of Stockholm or Malmö.
Poland
Famous for friendly, welcoming locals and cheap, but brilliant, food and drink, Poland is fast becoming one of the best short break destinations around.
Lithuania
The hidden gem of the Baltic countries, Lithuania is a heady cocktail of both stunning natural beauty and wonderful man-made architecture.
Germany
Germany has one of the most interesting and diverse histories of any country in Europe, and a landscape to match.
All DFDS Ferry Routes
DFDS has one of the largest ferry networks in Europe, with routes operating to the UK, Jersey, Ireland, mainland Europe and even the Baltic regions, including major cities such as Newcastle and Amsterdam. Travel with your car and open the gateway to Europe with DFDS.
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