Europe is the most visited continent in the world for a myriad of reasons and one of these is the fact that it hosts a plethora of weird and yet amazing events throughout the year. Here are some of the most unorthodox and interesting European happenings.
El Concurs de Castells
This fascinating event is held every two years in Spain. It is classified as a competition and it attracts people from all over the globe. The main attraction of the event are the people who built human towers officially known as castells. The team that builds the tallest tower wins El Concurs de Castells. The event dates back to the late 1940s and is identified as one of the most important Spanish public events.
The Aberdeen Santa Run
This unusual event takes place in the Scottish city of Aberdeen during the first week of December. As the name suggest all the competitors must be dressed as Santa Clause in order to participate in the six kilometres long race. The event is held on a beautiful beach and has a festive ambiance like no other gathering on the planet. The Aberdeen Stand Run was held for the first time in 2008 and since then has become one of the most visited Christmas events in the United Kingdom. It fact its popularity has grown so much throughout the years that today a large number of local and international newspapers and television cover the event. So if you have recently moved via man and van services and you are looking to unwind from the stress you should definitely consider seeing the Aberdeen Santa Run in person.
La Tomatina
La Tomatina is a tomato battle that dates back to 1945 when a group of children started to throw tomatoes at one another. Since then the event has become one of Spain’s most prolific festivals and is being held in the Valencian town of Buñol in the eastern parts of the country. La Tomatina is held on the last Wednesday of August and is described by many travelers as an indescribable event that must be experience in person.
The Regatta delle Befane
This annual gathering celebrates the Epiphany in Venice. As you have already guessed the event is hosted by the Italian city of Venice. The main attraction of the Regatta delle Befane is the gondola parade during which people dress in traditional Venetian costumes and float through the Grand Canal of the city.
The Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake
This event is held every year during the Spring Bank Holiday at Cooper’s Hill in the village of Brockworth. The gathering comprises of four race in which the competitor’s objective is to catch a round piece of Double Gloucester cheese that is rolled from the top of the hill. The Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake is one of England most popular annual events so make sure to visit it once your relocation via the help of a man and van company is over.
Honourable mentions:
- The Blessing of the Animals in Italy
- Krampusnacht in Austria
- Haro Wine Festival in Spain
- Hogmanay in Scotland
- The World Santa Claus Congress in Denmark