To end the year in style, we invite you to explore the traditions our European neighbors have adopted to celebrate New Year's Eve . Let's go on a European tour to celebrate the New Year !
London
Let's start our New Year's Eve tour of Europe with an unmissable destination: London. The spectacle that the British capital has prepared for you is simply awe - inspiring: fireworks launched over the River Thames create a breathtaking burst of color suspended over a holiday-lit "Big Ben" and a "Westminster Bridge" ! Unfortunately, due to its success, it has become a privilege to attend, as the best seats have become paid. But don't worry: you can also take advantage of other bridges in the city, such as the "Vauxhall Bridge" or the "Southwark Bridge".
Edinburgh
New Year or Hogmanay in Scotland is a very important holiday with many and symbolic traditions . Besides admiring a magnificent fireworks display from the walls of the city's famous castle, you can:
-Singing the very famous Auld Lang Syne song with the Scots
- Participate in parades with a candle in the streets from December 30
-Enjoy free dance performances , songs and concerts
- Join the tradition of giving gifts to the first person who walks through your door after midnight
Dublin
Now let's cross the Irish Sea and continue our New Year celebration tour of Europe from Dublin. Music lovers, you can participate in the countdown to the "New Year's Festival", which brings together national and international celebrities for a concert every year. ☝️Due to the health context, the "New Year's Festival" will not be held this year.
At midnight , a spectacular fireworks display begins from Saint Stephen's Green Park. Then, include float parades, traditional costume parades, Irish dances and folklore...
Finally, push the door to the legendary "bars" where you can enjoy Christmas until the end of the night !
Barcelona
It is impossible to recommend a European tour for New Year celebrations without mentioning Spain and its “Nochevieja” . We have chosen to take you to Barcelona, where a magnificent pyrotechnic show awaits from 23:00 next to the Montjuïc fountain . Other fireworks are also planned from the beach or the city's famous marina.
Then get ready for the 12 grapes challenge at 12 strokes of midnight ! And you better train for this situation because these lucky grapes will be the fruit of a happy and prosperous year (and it's fair to say!)!
Berlin
Direction Berlin now. To all the partygoers, you've found your oasis: the clubs and bars are legion in the German capital! A true reference in terms of techno music , concerts and internationally renowned DJs you will be spoiled for choice! And if you're still interested in traditional fireworks, don't miss the one thrown near the Brandenburg Gate!
Don't forget that from the day after Christmas to the New Year, fireworks and small fireworks are on sale for free everywhere!
Lisbon
Joy and smiling faces are on the agenda in this 6th leg of our European tour for New Year's Eve celebrations . Join this festival of colours, songs, laughter and dance, which starts at the Place du Commerce, an important gathering place. After a spectacular fireworks display , numerous concerts await you as you wander through this magnificent city.
In terms of tradition, you will find 12 lucky grapes, one more reason for education!
Rome
Lentil soup (symbol of well-being), warmth and friendliness on the menu! You will experience the “Capodanno in Piazza” (New Year's Eve in the squares) by passing through the magnificent squares . Don't miss the party held in the most typical and popular Piazza del Popolo on this occasion! A change of scenery guaranteed!
Rotterdam
We have decided to take you to Rotterdam for this eighth destination of our European New Year celebrations tour! You can admire the famous Erasmus Bridge (or "Erasmusbrug") illuminated on this occasion and at the same time watch an amazing fireworks display!
Gourmets take note: you will have the honor and pleasure of tasting “oliebollen” . Distributed for free in some places on December 31, these typical cupcakes are often garnished with raisins, candied fruit or apples. Also, to celebrate the new year as it should be, it is often sprinkled with powdered sugar and accompanied by a glass of champagne* 😉
*Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation
Copenhagen
Thrill seekers, Copenhagen is for you! You can enjoy the famous Tivoli amusement park all day on 31 December ! The icing on the cake: You will witness 2 fireworks displays , the first from the park at 23:00 and the second from the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville .
Once again gourmets will be served! Indeed, you will be able to taste "kransekeke", a traditional Danish and Norwegian almond cake consisting of overlapping crowns in the shape of a fir tree .
Prague
Get ready to see your habits turned upside down in Prague!
Indeed, just to join the official fireworks from the Prague metronome on Letná hill on the evening of January 1st, you will start by celebrating the New Year in the streets of the city all night long ! But fans of fireworks at midnight can be reassured, the people of Prague have a habit of spontaneously launching their fireworks all over the city on New Year's Eve!
Budapest
If you are looking for an unusual atmosphere to celebrate, the city of Budapest will be a serious contender! A perfect extravagant destination, the Hungarian capital offers free open-air concerts and shows and has some very popular clubs and bars.
It is also flooded by boats on the Danube to celebrate the new year and offers folkloric evenings of all kinds, as well as candlelit dinners. And if you get the opportunity to consume traditional dishes, the Hungarians will guarantee you a lucrative year!
☝️The use of fireworks and other fireworks in the city center is no longer prohibited.
Vienna
New Year's Eve in Vienna is gourmet, gastronomic and traditional . Along the "New Year's Eve Road" ("Silvesterpfad") you can drink, eat, sing and dance to the accompaniment of the waltz! You can't make up for it!
Be careful though: bring warm clothes because winter can be harsh! Opportunity to taste Viennese chocolate with local specialties : "Strudel" (with apples and raisins), the very famous "Sachertorte" (dark chocolate cake with apricot jam), "Kaiserschmarren" (or emperor pancake)… desserts! Precautionary clothing is also required to attend the Philharmonic concert broadcast on the big screen from the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville on the morning of January 1st .
Valletta
The ultimate destination recommended for most revelers: the capital of the island of Malta or the 2018 European Capital of Culture ! Enjoy the incredible atmosphere , seaside fireworks and a monumental concert at Place St Georges, all at temperatures that couldn't be milder! A change of scenery guaranteed!
Helsinki
Let's finish our European New Year celebrations tour with a destination with the most extraordinary traditions! You are invited to read your future on molten tin in a mystical atmosphere ! This is a typical Finnish art of divination and is more commonly known as "molybdomancy".