Best cherry blossoming destinations

Tens of thousands of cherry trees bloom every year in spring in Japan's most beautiful cities, an extraordinary spectacle that attracts travelers from all over the world.

However, it is not an experience reserved for Japan! You can also enjoy the cherry blossom in Europe, that's where:

Hamburg, Germany

In Hamburg, the cherry blossom is such a popular event that it has become a festival in itself. The Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival has been held every year between May and June to the delight of locals and tourists alike since 1968!

Madrid, Spain

The Parque Quinta de los Molinos is a historic park in the eastern part of Madrid, famous for being one of the best places to admire the hundreds of cherry trees in bloom. In fact, most of the trees are almond trees, but that doesn't take away from the fact that on flowering days the park is truly enchanting.

Edinburgh, Scotland

In Edinburgh, the best place to see the cherry blossom is at The Meadows, a large public park with an avenue of cherry trees. Again, the best time to enjoy the blossom is between the end of March and the beginning of May.

Amsterdam

Amsterdam's Kersenbloesempark is definitely the best place in the Netherlands to see the cherry trees in bloom. The 400 trees in the park, planted to celebrate 400 years of cultural ties between Japan and the Netherlands, make Amsterdam one of the best cities to see the blossoms.

Bonn, Germany

Bonn's Heerstrasse is one of Europe's most beautiful and famous avenues for viewing cherry blossoms. Dozens and dozens of cherry trees line the avenue, creating a unique atmosphere from the moment of blossoming. The best time to visit Bonn's famous cherry avenue is from the end of March to the beginning of May.

Hasselt, Belgium

The Japanese garden in Hasselt, Belgium, is another great option for viewing the cherry blossoms. Here you can enjoy the spectacle as if you were in Japan, surrounded by plants, trees and even typical Japanese animals (the garden even has some koi carp, often depicted with cherry petals).

Stockholm, Sweden

Best destinations for cherry blossom

Kungstradgarden Park, founded in the 15th century in the heart of Stockholm, is an iconic spot for locals and tourists alike. Between the end of March and the beginning of May, the park turns a soft pink thanks to its many cherry trees.

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