Travel ideas: Autumn
September and October: warm sea, less hustle and autumn colours in the mountains.
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Where shall we go this time? Around the kitchen table at home, it is often the nicest question of the year. This page helps you, and each idea links to the country page.
Compiled and checked by Arjan (Zuidlaren) · Sources are in the text · updated 20 October 2026 · About this page
Ideas
4 Ideas for Families by Car
Each idea links to the country page with campsites, routes and practical information.
Coast in September
September is pleasant: warm sea, less hustle and lower prices than in July and August (our assessment).
Photo: Stefanocek · CC BY-SA 3.0 · all photo credits
Ohrid in September
After August it is quieter on the lake, but the water is still warm, in our estimation.
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Watch out: mountain roads close
According to Romanian rules, the Transfăgărășan may be closed from 20 October depending on the weather. Check if the road is still open.
Romania · Source: colegu.eu (standard AND 615-2020)
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Caves before season end
Many Slovak caves are open only in season or have limited times in winter. Check the times with the cave management.
Photo: Jojo, en:Jojo_1, pl:Jojo · CC BY-SA 3.0 · all photo credits
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