As summer segways into autumn, Europe’s most beautiful destinations start to transform with a flurry of auburn leaves. Now is the time to consider where and how to spend your next autumn holiday in Europe. Perhaps discovering parts of England you’re yet to explore holds appeal and cosy countryside cottages conjure up images of hunkering down by an open fire.

Or is it stylish city breaks with vibrant restaurant scenes that ignite a spark of excitement? From serene Lake Garda to fashionable Copenhagen , sunny Madeira to snowy Zermatt , these are our favourite places to go in Europe in autumn destinations for 2024, including the best hotels to book for a fabulous holiday..