Madrid attracts a great number of visitors who come to the city for one reason alone, football. Real Madrid CF, Europe’s most successful club, has supporters across the globe, and for many, visiting the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is a dream come true. Football fans have the unique chance to step onto the legendary pitch, explore the trophy room, and relive the club’s remarkable history. There’s also an on-site restaurant and café, along with a gift shop with Real Madrid memorabilia. While the entry fee is on the higher side, the experience is well worth it for anyone passionate about the sport. And if you happen to be in Madrid on a match day, make sure to secure your tickets in advance, watching Real Madrid play live, whether in La Liga or the Champions League, is an unforgettable experience.

To explore some of the picture-postcard villages that surround Pau you can rent a car or just hop on the bus. Two of the most beautiful places to go are Salles-de-Béarn and Sauveterre-de-Béarn, which take from one to two hours to reach.

The best way to cool down is by plunging into the clear, refreshing water. All the better if you don't even need to leave the city centre to do it. Zürich offers sandy beaches and grassy areas to sunbathe, diving towers, and panoramic views of the Alps. Read a book in the shade of the trees, swim in the lake or the river, Zürich has a bathing spot for every taste. The public bathing traditions in Zürich stem from the Romans. Today, you can find more than 15 open-air baths. Many locations are equipped with showers and changing rooms.