Against the autumn blues
The sun is still shining here in Europe
Madeira has pleasant temperatures even in autumn.
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Autumn has arrived in Germany. If you don’t feel like it yet, you should simply extend the summer in these places.
Heavy rain showers, fog in the morning and the temperatures are steadily falling: It’s autumn in Germany. One or the other mourns the summer – but it doesn’t have to be. Because in some regions of Europe the temperatures are still pleasant. Madeira Island, among other things, has summer, beach and sea to offer.
Diving and hiking in Madeira
In October, the temperatures on the Portuguese island climb to 25 degrees. The year-round mild climate is due to the Gulf Stream. In addition to numerous bathing bays, such as Lido Galomar, an underwater national park in Canico attracts divers every year. In autumn, the water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean does not drop below 22 degrees there.
The volcanic landscape is ideal for hiking tours. An easy route leads to the top of the third highest mountain. On the 1,818 meter high Pico do Arieiro, hikers have a magnificent view of Madeira. The neighboring island of Porto Santo can be seen on a clear day. A moss-covered hiking trail leads to the Risco waterfall, which is located in the southwest of the island. The water masses plunge almost 100 meters into the depths.
History and Cristiano Ronaldo
A detour to the picturesque old town of Funchal is on the to-do list of many holidaymakers – and rightly so. The place, whose name translates as “a lot of fennel”, amazes tourists with its small alleys, colorful gardens and banana plantations. History fans can visit the Nossa Senhora do Monte church, where the last Austrian Emperor Charles I (1887-1922) is buried.
The Sé Cathedral in Funchal and the market hall, where regional specialties are offered, are also worth a detour. The CR7 Museum is interesting for football fans. There you can find out everything about the career of world footballer Cristiano Ronaldo (36). The exceptional talent was born in Madeira.
The islands of the Kvarner Bay
Not only Madeira attracts holidaymakers in autumn. 500 kilometers from Munich is the Kvarner Bay. Located between Istria and the Croatian coast, there are around 2,500 hours of sunshine annually. The water temperature is a pleasant 22 degrees, which should please bathing beauties. Due to the high mountains, the island is well protected from strong winds, which explains, among other things, the mild climate. Once arrived, holidaymakers have a free choice: island hopping over Rab, Krk, Losinj or Cres? Or would you prefer to stroll through the coastal cities of Opatija or Rijeka? Undecided can combine both.
For example, with a detour to the fishing village of Cres on the island of the same name. With its colorful houses and the harbor promenade, it is one of the most beautiful in the bay. The old town is characterized by small streets that tourists are best explored on foot. For the 91 square kilometer island of Rab, however, a bicycle is recommended. A network of paths over 300 kilometers long leads past endless sandy beaches. If you want to relax, the island of Krk is the place for you. The capital of the same name has rocky and gravel bays, making it ideal for a beach holiday.