Ranking of European Cities Where It Is Best to Vacation Without a Car
Travelers who do not use a car no longer need to worry about getting around the capital of Greece - Athens has officially been recognized as the best city in Europe for car-free vacations. This is reported by Daily Mail.
The research was conducted by Accor, which assessed over a dozen European cities for their ease of movement without personal transport. Factors considered included the share of pedestrian zones, the development of public transport, the accessibility of tourist locations, and the convenience of connections between districts.
Top 10 Easiest European Cities for Car-Free Vacations
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Athens
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Munich
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Lisbon
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Sofia
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Hamburg
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Vienna
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Porto
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Madrid
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Zurich
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Lyon.
How Athens Achieved First Place
The Greek capital earned the highest scores for its pedestrian infrastructure and transport accessibility. The city center around the Acropolis is fully adapted for walking, and the districts of Plaka, Monastiraki, and Psyrri are easily reachable on foot. The coast can be accessed by tram, and the airport by high-speed metro. The city also has four major railway hubs, making it convenient for tourists without cars.
Interestingly, a few years ago, Athens ranked in Lonely Planet as one of the most congested cities in Europe due to traffic jams. However, recent changes in the transport system have drastically improved the situation.
What Other Leading Cities Offer
Munich, which took second place, has quick connections from the airport to the city center and an extensive network of metro and trams. Lisbon, third in the ranking, attracts with its diverse transport options: from metro to ferries across the Tagus River.
Experts note that tourists are increasingly choosing cities where they can comfortably move around without a car - it's cheaper, more environmentally friendly, and allows for a better feel of the local atmosphere. Greece, particularly Athens, is actively developing public transport and tourist infrastructure to make vacations appealing year-round, not just in summer.
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