Saturday, March 14, 2026

10-day Europe itinerary critique: Amsterdam → Germany → Belgium → Paris

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Hi everyone,

I’m planning my first Europe trip and trying to make sure the middle section isn’t too rushed. Some parts of the itinerary are locked because we’re meeting friends.

The following cannot be changed:

Oct 21–22 – Amsterdam

Oct 23–24 – Willingen, Germany (meeting friends)

Oct 31 – Fly home from Paris

So the flexible part is after Germany and before Paris.

Current idea:

Oct 21–22 – Amsterdam

Oct 23–24 – Willingen

Oct 25–26 – Cologne

Oct 27–28 – Belgium (debating where, heard bad things about Brussels)

Oct 29 - OPEN (possibly another Paris night)

Oct 30 – Paris

Oct 31 – Fly home

My questions:

Should we stay 2 nights in Bruges and day trip to Ghent?

Or base ourselves 2 nights in Ghent instead?

Is Brussels worth an overnight, or better as a quick stop?

Does this pacing feel reasonable or are we moving around too much?

We enjoy:

great scenery

walkable cities

good food and beer

cool atmosphere at night

Trying to avoid packing up every day if possible.

Appreciate any advice!

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