Europe's Must-Visit Places for Book Lovers
Write a new chapter by leafing through Europe’s literary landmarks on these small-group trips for bibliophiles.
A lifetime of reading has transported your mind to places around the world – now it’s time your body followed. Explore the homelands of Italian Renaissance icons, fall in love with the great sagas of Iceland and live your childhood fantasies in the Scottish countryside – it’s all possible when you hop on these Culture Trip adventures in Europe’s must-visit places for book lovers.
Embark on a continent-crossing cultural odyssey from Madrid to Marrakech
This Rail Trip from Madrid to Marrakech – calling at Córdoba, Seville, Casablanca and Fes – offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of European and African literature. From Madrid’s bustling literary scene to the winding alleys of Marrakech, which have inspired countless writers, from Paul Bowles to Tahar Ben Jelloun. With plenty of reading time on train trips through the stunning landscapes of Andalusia and Morocco, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a load of historic landmarks that have been immortalised in literature, from the spectacular Alcazar Palace to the vibrant souks of Marrakech.
Gethin Morgan contributed additional reporting to this article.
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