Several European locations claim to have the biggest or the best of something. Whether the claims are true or not, the sites likely make an interesting travel destination.

Shake off those winter doldrums with a December outing promising the soul-warming effect of candlelight, the mysticism of saintly worship or the remembrance of heroic deeds.

Here are many of the major events and celebrations taking place in Europe this month.

The first weekend of the Advent season signals the start for most of the region’s Christmas markets. Now is the time to get out and make merry.

While Americans residing in Europe surely miss their home teams, they don’t have to give up on watching one of their favorite sports, either as played by U.S. teams abroad or their Continental counterparts.

Attending a film festival can serve as a vital link between the on-screen world and the spectator’s experience. And it’s not just industry players and film nerds who can benefit from attending such an event. Even the best-known and glitziest of film festivals generally offer the public access to selected screenings and special events.

Depending on where in Europe you might be, Nov. 11 can be a solemn date of remembrance, the feast day of a particularly beloved saint or the kickoff to the carnival season.

Touring Europe in November holds appeal for its lack of crowds and lower-than-average prices on accommodation. Here are five ideas for a getaway.

Here are many of the major events and celebrations taking place in Europe this month.

Old, eerie structures, or those already associated with death, make for interesting outings this time of year.