Visit Mont Saint-Michel

Explore Carcassonne, a fortified medieval city in southern France. Walk the double ring of ramparts of the Cité de Carcassonne (a UNESCO World Heritage site with 52 towers), admire the Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus (known for its 12th-century stained glass and Gothic choir), and cross the Pont Vieux (a 14th-century stone bridge offering panoramic views of the city).

Cycle the Trail of the Eagles' Nests (Szlak Orlich Gniazd), a scenic route connecting medieval castles in Poland

Experience a night in a historic castle, immersing yourself in its ancient atmosphere and grandeur

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, the iconic fairy-tale castle in Bavaria, Germany, that inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle

Watch the animated fantasy film Howl's Moving Castle directed by Hayao Miyazaki.

Visit Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most iconic and well-preserved feudal castles

Visit Wawel Castle, a historic castle complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Krakow, Poland, known for its royal chambers, cathedral, and dragon legend.

Visit Hikone Castle, a well-preserved original castle from the Edo period in Japan, known for its historic architecture and scenic views of Lake Biwa.