
Alternatively, head to Liget Park (pictured) on the east side of town and stroll all along the walkways through the trees. These days, river boats can take you along the water, offering a different perspective of the brightly coloured leaves all around. Szeged sits on the banks of the scenic Tisza River, which was once home to several shipbuilding factories. Stunning art deco buildings and wide avenues give Szeged a sort of Parisian charm, and the prestigious University of Szeged means that there's a busy calendar of events year-round. The lovely Szeged is known as the 'City of Sunshine,' thanks to the high number of sunny days it gets per year, and even in September and October you can expect pleasantly mild weather. The third largest city in Hungary, located just under two hours by car from Budapest, has some of the most stunning autumn foliage around. In the winter, these peaks are equipped for skiing, but in the autumn months they're prime leaf-peeping destinations. Nearly 30% of the area is covered in forest, making it the perfect place to look for those bright red, orange and yellow leaves we all love.įor the best views, head to the Králický Sněžník mountain, right near the border with Poland. Part of the 'Gold Ribbon' of the country, Pardubice is known for its vast flowered meadows, romantic chateaux and incredible autumn colours. Visit the Canton of Bern between the end of September and the end of October for the most breathtaking colours. The best way to experience Swiss autumn colours is to hire a car in Bern and drive around all the picturesque villages and towns - like Lauterbrunnen, situated in the heart of the Swiss Alps. It's also home to lots and lots of wooded areas, which burst into bright colours when the autumn season sets in.

The Canton of Bern (or Berne) in west-central Switzerland is brimful of natural beauties: epic glaciers, rocky cliffs, glittering lakes and majestic mountains. Switzerland is undoubtedly one of the best fall travel destinations.
