Spanien, Frankreich und Portugal

The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions.

Santander, is located on the northern coast of Spain and enjoys a stunning location nestled on a small peninsular jutting between the waters of the Bay of Santander and the seas of the Bay of Biscay. The area surrounding the city is lined with 11 sandy beaches, which are perfect for sun worshipers and water sports enthusiasts alike. The area of El Sardinero in times past was famed as a resort by Spain’s richest citizens. Their patronage has resulted in a beautiful area of beaches, divided by the gardens of Piquio, stretching from the Magdalena Peninsula to Mataleas. The area also boasts hotels, cafes and even a casino. Those looking to discover Santander away from the beaches will find a city as historic as it is beautiful. The Cathedral of Santander was built between 13th and 14th centuries on top of proceeding holy buildings and combines Gothic and Romanesque architecture.

Spanien’s geschäftigtster Fischereihafen, Vigo liegt an der schroffen Westküste der Provinz von Galizien. Über Jahrhunderte war diese reizende Stadt und seine robusten Bewohner, das Ziel für viele Marineangriffe einschließlich ein paar von Sir Francis Drake.

Lissabon war früher die leistungsfähigste und wohlhabendste Stadt in der Welt, dank der Bemühungen von Portugal’s-Seefahrtforschern. Den Beweis können Sie bis heute an den verschwenderischen Palästen und Klöstern, vollgestopft mit imperialen Schätzen sehen.

Lissabon war früher die leistungsfähigste und wohlhabendste Stadt in der Welt, dank der Bemühungen von Portugal’s-Seefahrtforschern. Den Beweis können Sie bis heute an den verschwenderischen Palästen und Klöstern, vollgestopft mit imperialen Schätzen sehen.

Oporto is an enchanting, historic city with Roman ramparts and Parisian-style squares. But it’s best known for its port wine – to which the city gave its name. The cathedral area is filled with many treasures, like the Renaissance church of Santa Clara and the densely populated quarter of Barredo, which hasn’t changed since medieval times. The narrow streets of the riverside quarter of Ribeira are delightful and dotted with fashionable bars and restaurants overflowing with seafood.

The Cherbourg-Octeville area is known for its international ferry terminal and lively quays, where yachts bob beside attractions like Le Redoutable nuclear submarine museum and La Cité de la Mer aquarium. A 19th-century fort on the Roule mountain houses the WWII-themed Liberation Museum and a lookout point with city views. Crêperies and restaurants serving regional cuisine line the narrow streets in the old town.

The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions.