Lonely Planet Reveals Its Top 10 European Destinations For 2017

Lonely Planet's travel experts have just unveiled what they believe are the best places to go in Europe in 2017.

Only one British destination has been included, with the city of Leeds making it to number five on the list.

Lonely Planet says: "Recent developments have propelled its Victorian city centre and atmospheric mill district into the 21st century, luring stylish boutiques, innovative coffee houses and restaurants, and people seeking an alternative to London."



staycation in a northern English city isn't for you this year, then take your pick from the other must-visit destinations…

Top 10 European destinations for 2017

10. Le Havre, France

9. Pafos, Cyprus

8. Moldova

7. Northern Germany

6. The Alentejo, Portugal



5. Leeds, UK

4. Northern Montenegro



3. Galicia, Spain

2. Gotland, Sweden

1. Zagreb, Croatia