Will you move to Hamburg?
When you move to Hamburg what you need to know is that it’s the second largest city in Germany. It’s official name is Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, name which reflects its history as a free imperial city of the Holy Roman Empire. It is located on the river Elbe and its port is the second largest in Europe and ranks as the tenth worldwide.
Hamburg has more than 5 million occupants and is divided in seven boroughs. These are Altona which is west of Hamburg, Bergedorf, Eimsbüttel, Hamburg-Mitte meaning Hamburg centre that covers the biggest part of the urban centre of the city, Hamburg-Nord which is located in the North-west of Hamburg, Harburg on the southern shores of Elbe and Wandsbek which is the second largest on the boroughs right after Bergedorf.
The city is a major transport hub and is one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. It has become a valued financial centre, having more than 120,000 enterprises. Hamburg is also a major touristic destination, ranking 17th for livability in the world in 2012.
When referring to the architecture Hamburg has as a city, the styles vary but there are only a few skyscrapers. Most of the landmarks are churches, which tall spires stand out in the city’s view, such as St. Nicholas’s Church, St. Michael’s Church, St. Peter’s Church, St. James’s Church and St. Catherine’s Church. Another important landmark is a radio and television tower named the Heinrich-Hertz-Turm, where the public is no longer allowed access to now a day. Hamburg is also well known for its multitude of canals and bridges that are more in number than those of Venice and Amsterdam combined. Hamburg has some big parks that are thoroughly distributed throughout the city making it a verdant city. The biggest parks you can come across are Stadtpark, Planten un Blomen which is a planetarium and the Ohlsdorf Cemetery. When enjoying the views of the city don’t miss the botanical garden Alter Botanicher Garten Hamburg which is situated in the Platen un Blomen park.
Hamburg has more than 100 music venues, over 60 museums and around 40 theatres so there are plenty of places to visit when you have free time. In 2011 Hamburg received the award of European Green Capital after entering the European Green Capital Award scheme.
Same as in Munich, there are several festivals and regular event that Hamburg is known for. You can choose to participate in the Alster fair, which is a summer festival held at Binnenalster and the Hafengeburtstag that celebrates the birthday of the port of Haburg by having a party and a ship parade. In addition to that, there is the Filmfest Hamburg that presents a large variety of films and some and some regular sports events such as Vattenfall Cyclassics and the Hamburg Marathon.
Regarding Hamburg and its view on English culture, there are some English-speaking communities you can join as for example British Club Hamburg, the Caledonian Society of Hamburg and the British and Commonwealth Luncheon Club. In Hamburg you can also find a flourishing Anglican church community at St. Thomas Becket Church.
Hamburg is known as a capital of sport for Germany since it has various first league teams and hosts several international sports events. Teams such as Hamburger SV, Hamburg Freezers, Hamburg Warriors and Hamburg Dockers, teams that by hard work and commitment managed to secure themselves as champions. Hamburg also has the largest tennis court in Germany, namely Am Rothenbaum that is the stadium used for the International German Open and it also hosts several important equestrian events at Reitstadion Klein Flottbek and Horner Rennbahn, which hosts the annual Deutsches Derby.
Europe Remove is specialised in Removals to Germany with door to door deliveries. We offer Storage and Removal Services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
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Moving to Dresden
Discover the wonderful city Dresden.
Dresden is located in a valley on the Elbe River. The Dresden urban sprawl is the capital city of the Free State of Saxony in Germany. Dresden was used as the residence for the electors and King of Saxon over its long history as a capital and was known as the Jewel Box because of its city centre comprised of rococo and baroque style. It is a wonderful city to visit for its cultural and artistic magnificence. During the years, historic changes took place and after the restoration of some of the historic inner city, Dresden became once again an important centre of Germany and Europe in regard with education, culture, politics and economics.
Dresden districts differ in appearance and structure and the city is known to be roomy and vast. Some of the quarters are trying to keep their rural settings while other still have an old village heart. Some of the things that characterize the urban areas are the scattered housing from the former suburbs and the historic city outskirts that were build around the 18 century. Dresden is now divided into ten districts but it still keeps another nine former boroughs that have been integrated.
Dresden is composed of many city quarters and a domineering part of these is the multiple historic dwelling units. Part of the cities many quarters you will often find many large villas that stand out. The most famous of the historic dwelling units are Pillnitz, Blasewitz and Loschwitz.
Dresden is ranked as the tenth fastest growing cities in Germany thanks to a stabilized economy and re-urbanisation, same as Munich and Potsdam.
The city is home to some important art collections and it’s striving to regain its cultural importance it held before. It still contains some world famous musical ensemble and it rebuilt many significant building from different architectural periods.
When searching for a way to spend time in Dresden you can always opt for going to one of the smaller theatres run by the Dresden State Theatre or maybe drop by the Semperoper of the Saxon State Opera or the concert hall of the Saxon State Orchestra. Dresden even has its own Dresden Philarmonic Orchestra that was founded in 1970.
During the summer, you can participate in the outdoor concert series held in Zwingerdof, named Zwingerkonzerte und Mehr or visit the yearly cultural festival celebrated in June named Bunte Republik Neustadt.
The Dresden Art Colection is hosted by the city and it’s comprised of twelve museums, such as the Green Vault and the Old Masters Gallery. Art enthusiasts can also visit the New Masters Gallery, the Museum of ethnology and the Armoury.
The city also runs the Dresden City Museum that centres on the city’s history and it prides itself with the famous Dresden Codex that is displayed at the museum of Saxon State Library.
The variety of styles that can be found is Dresden can be overwhelming and the best example for this is the Dresden Castle which, after being restored and added to so many times, it offers a unique view because of the elements that belong to the Classicist, Baroque and Renaissance style.
There is also the Zwinger Palace that stands across from the Dresden Castle which was transformed to a royal art collection centre and a location where festivals could take place. It’s most famous feature is the gate by the fosse which on top has a golden crown.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Moving to Amsterdam
The capital of Netherlands is the most populous city in the country and is called Amsterdam. The status of Amsterdam as a Dutch capital is mandated by the Constitution of the Netherlands and it is not the seat of the Dutch government as many may think. The province where Amsterdam is located is North Holland and it’s situated in the North of the country. Much of the northern part of the Randstad is part of Amsterdam and its population reaches that of seven million.
The name of the city Amsterdam derives from the origin of the city, the name having close resemblance with the word Amstel that means a dam in the river. Although Amsterdam was just a small fishing village back in the 12th century, it quickly flourished as an important port around the 17th century and it was a place where new developments in trade were used often. In that period of time Amsterdam was a leader for both finance and diamonds. As a result of its popularity, Amsterdam expanded in the 19th and 20th century and new neighbourhoods along with suburbs were built. Also, the city has become the cultural centre of Netherlands over the years and many Dutch institutions have had their headquarters built in the city.
Amsterdam is also quite well known for being the home of the oldest stock exchange in the whole world, called Amsterdam Stock exchange. This is situated in the city centre along with other famous attractions, such as the Rijkmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House and the historic canals among others.
The historic canals found in Amsterdam date back to the 17th century are known under the name of Grachtenfordel and they embrace the city centre. There, behind the canals are where the working class areas of Pijp and Jordan were. The canals have been added to the UNESCO World Geritage List are are among the most famous in the Netherlands.
The city known under the name of Museumplein is where major museums are and there is a 19th century park named Vondelpark thast is named after the famous writer Joost van den Vondel. Also, just outside the GRachtengordel is where the Plantage neighbourhood and its zoo are located.
There are polders surrounding urban areas and part of the city. You can recognise these areas as they have the suffix –meer added to their name, such as Watergraafsmeer, Bijlmermeer and Haarlemmermeer. The suffix actually means lake and that is why it is used for recognising the areas.
Regarding its architecture Amsterdam has a long and rich history. One of the oldest and most famous buildings in the city is the Oude Kerk meaning old church, which was consecrated back in 1306 and is located at the centre of the Wallen. The oldest building made out of wood dates back to 1425 and is located at the Begijnhof, named het Houte Huyz. The building is a great exemple of Gothic architecture and one of the few that uses this architectural style. During the 16th century, many building were constructed using brick, in the Renaissance architectural style. The city adapted its own style based on the Renaissance architectural style, where the architect Hendrick de Keyser had a big deal of influence. The best way to recognise these building is by the stepped gable facades which is a characteristic of the Dutch Renaissance architectural style. A perfect example of these is the Westerkerk, which is a must see for lovers of architecture and not only. Baroque architecture became popular in the 17th century and many building adopted this style early on. An example of such a building is the Royal Palace located on Dam Square. Other architectural styles present in Amsterdam are the neo-Gothic style, the Art-Nouveau style and the Art Deco style.
The focus point of all these architectural style is the old city centre and many of the historic buildings there are houses.
In the city there are a multitude of parks and squares such as the Vondelpark, along with the Amsterdamse Bos, the Ooosterpark and the Westerpark among many others. The open squares found in Amsterdam are themselves very beautiful, such as the Dam Square, the Muntplein and the Spui. These are perfect places to enjoy a sunny afternoon with your friends or family and they are rather famous around the Netherlands for their beauty.
Among all the rich history and culture Amsterdam has many locations for party lovers and plenty of bars where you can hang out after work.
The city offers many things for many people and no matter how picky you are you are sure to find something to do, that you can thoroughly enjoy in the great city, Amsterdam. So waver no more and pack your bags so you can move there. We can help you get all the stress out of moving and let you enjoy yourself without having to worry about such trivial things such as packing or storage.European Removal Experts is specialized in removals to Holland with door to door deliveries. We offer storage and removal services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation. We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly qualified professionals. You can even leave the packing to us. We will make sure everything will be packed securely with only the best packing supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our free quote service. You can contact us for any questions you might have.
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Trust European Removal Experts To Deliver On Promises And Furniture
There is naturally a huge stress associated with moving house. Paperwork, family, goodbyes, packing and heaving all contribute to the stress and underlying excitement, it has to be said. Now imagine moving country and all of this can be multiplied by ten, particularly when you want to take all of your furniture along with you. It can take many years, even decades, to build up this furniture that you have come to love so it may not be viable o leave it behind. This might include heavy, delicate objects like pianos and antiques or electronics that can be easily damaged like TVs or computers. There should be no obligation on you to leave all of this stuff in the United Kingdom and with a company like European Removal Experts on your side, it can be a formality.
We specialise in removals to Europe that could allow you to keep all of your most beloved, perhaps irreplaceable furniture for a very cost-effective price. We can give you great rates on full or part loads, so you needn’t worry too much about having so much another haulage vehicle is required. We can move your belongings from your doorstep in the United Kingdom right to your new doorstep in France all with guarantees and accreditations in place so you can put your full trust in us as a company that can take the hassle out of moving country. We are a member of the Removers and Storers which automatically means that we can offer you some of the best protection packages available. All of this is based around quality of service where your experience is placed at the forefront of our operation. In other words, none of your belongings should arrive in France broken, damaged, lost or stolen. Furniture removals to France can be treacherous at the best of times, but with a Compulsory Membership to the Removals Industry Ombudsman Scheme, an Independent Annual Inspection, numerous reports and Ombudsman Scheme Approved Complaints Procedures and Quality Monitoring Practices, there is enough in place to give you the confidence that we can deliver on our promises!
We also offer storage services if your moving home UK-France service is delayed or you otherwise have nowhere to store your furniture. What puts us ahead of much of the competition is that you can take advantage of our 2 weeks Long and Short Term Storage offer, before or after collection. There may be a handling charge but it is well worth it considering that this could get you some important breathing space.
When you do eventually move, the only way to travel is through the Eurotunnel. This provides the smoothest trip with none of the risks that come associated with ferries. This means no freak weather conditions that could delay the process. Moving should rightfully be a period of great anticipation and excitement, affording you the time to dedicate to your family and friends who you may be leaving behind. Simply check our site for a free instant quote on your big move.
Making Your Move Easier
The notion of moving abroad is nothing new, but it seems that more and more people are moving to France and Spain, even if they don’t speak the language. People move abroad for many reasons, but when it comes to retiring abroad it is often because they are after a more relaxing lifestyle with better weather.
Relocating to France is not an easy task, however. While it may be just across the water, there is still a lot to organise and the French administration system is notoriously difficult even when fluent in the language. You should never decide to relocate to another country without first doing some research. Just because you enjoy going on holiday there does not mean that you will have the same great experience living there.
If you have done your research and decide that moving is definitely for you, then we can help organise your furniture removals to France and take some of the hassle out of the experience of moving. Once considered an expensive country, the UK is now actually a lot cheaper for buying furniture and other belongings than a lot of the countries on the continent, so organising a furniture removal will work out much cheaper than buying new items when you get there. It also means that you can feel more comfortable in your surroundings by having familiar things around you. At European Removal Experts, we aim to make the process of moving as easy as possible, and deliver your furniture on the date or dates you specify.
Understanding Foreign Culture
If you are looking to move abroad, then it is worthwhile taking some time to understand the culture of that country before you go. Doing so is not just about trying to fit in and not cause offence, but more importantly it is about understanding why certain customs exist and discovering what makes the place you are moving to so unique.
It will also help you to understand how their culture allows them to overcome problems that people living in the country might face, whether they be political, religious, environmental or educational. Understanding the culture will help you fit in, yes, but it will also help you make the most of your new life abroad right from the very start, as well as understanding the great aspects that give life there its true character.
For instance, for those moving to Belgium understanding its cuisine is very important. Whilst moving to Belgium offers one a chance to live amongst one of the most verbose nations in Europe, and one where language barriers will rarely be a problem, they are very passionate about food and certain things may easily offend when you are eating out.
For those moving to Holland, it is wise to remember that appearance is very important to the Dutch, with cleanliness being imperative and modesty an important asset. Shows of wealth or bragging will not find you in favour with the Dutch.
So whether you are moving to Holland or the furthest tip of Spain, take a while to understand the culture and you will find your new home much more inviting and rewarding.
Moving to Hamburg
Will you move to Hamburg?
When you move to Hamburg what you need to know is that it’s the second largest city in Germany. It’s official name is Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, name which reflects its history as a free imperial city of the Holy Roman Empire. It is located on the river Elbe and its port is the second largest in Europe and ranks as the tenth worldwide.
Hamburg has more than 5 million occupants and is divided in seven boroughs. These are Altona which is west of Hamburg, Bergedorf, Eimsbüttel, Hamburg-Mitte meaning Hamburg centre that covers the biggest part of the urban centre of the city, Hamburg-Nord which is located in the North-west of Hamburg, Harburg on the southern shores of Elbe and Wandsbek which is the second largest on the boroughs right after Bergedorf.
The city is a major transport hub and is one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. It has become a valued financial centre, having more than 120,000 enterprises. Hamburg is also a major touristic destination, ranking 17th for livability in the world in 2012.
When referring to the architecture Hamburg has as a city, the styles vary but there are only a few skyscrapers. Most of the landmarks are churches, which tall spires stand out in the city’s view, such as St. Nicholas’s Church, St. Michael’s Church, St. Peter’s Church, St. James’s Church and St. Catherine’s Church. Another important landmark is a radio and television tower named the Heinrich-Hertz-Turm, where the public is no longer allowed access to now a day. Hamburg is also well known for its multitude of canals and bridges that are more in number than those of Venice and Amsterdam combined. Hamburg has some big parks that are thoroughly distributed throughout the city making it a verdant city. The biggest parks you can come across are Stadtpark, Planten un Blomen which is a planetarium and the Ohlsdorf Cemetery. When enjoying the views of the city don’t miss the botanical garden Alter Botanicher Garten Hamburg which is situated in the Platen un Blomen park.
Hamburg has more than 100 music venues, over 60 museums and around 40 theatres so there are plenty of places to visit when you have free time. In 2011 Hamburg received the award of European Green Capital after entering the European Green Capital Award scheme.
Same as in Munich, there are several festivals and regular event that Hamburg is known for. You can choose to participate in the Alster fair, which is a summer festival held at Binnenalster and the Hafengeburtstag that celebrates the birthday of the port of Haburg by having a party and a ship parade. In addition to that, there is the Filmfest Hamburg that presents a large variety of films and some and some regular sports events such as Vattenfall Cyclassics and the Hamburg Marathon.
Regarding Hamburg and its view on English culture, there are some English-speaking communities you can join as for example British Club Hamburg, the Caledonian Society of Hamburg and the British and Commonwealth Luncheon Club. In Hamburg you can also find a flourishing Anglican church community at St. Thomas Becket Church.
Hamburg is known as a capital of sport for Germany since it has various first league teams and hosts several international sports events. Teams such as Hamburger SV, Hamburg Freezers, Hamburg Warriors and Hamburg Dockers, teams that by hard work and commitment managed to secure themselves as champions. Hamburg also has the largest tennis court in Germany, namely Am Rothenbaum that is the stadium used for the International German Open and it also hosts several important equestrian events at Reitstadion Klein Flottbek and Horner Rennbahn, which hosts the annual Deutsches Derby.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Removals to Munich
Belgium Dull? No Way!
If you are moving to Belgium, you’ve probably heard all the jokes about the country from your friends and family. Belgium has gained an unfortunate – and it has to be said – undeserved reputation for being a country with little going for it apart from sprouts and obscure Euro MPs.
The outburst from a British MEP just a couple of months ago, where he described Belgium as a ‘dull little country’ didn’t help the image, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Those who are moving to Germany don’t have to put up with the same jibes, so why does Belgium get such a bad press?
Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that it is a relatively new country, or the fact that the main language, Flemish, is impenetrable to those who don’t speak it. On the other hand, it may have something to do with the fact that the national sport is cycling, and the national dish is steak and chips, so we can safely assume that there is a certain amount of snobbery involved with this dismissal of Belgium.
The chances are you will be familiar with steak and chips, but if you are moving to Belgium and you’ve never seen world class cycle racing, then you are in for a treat. They really are mad about the sport, and crowds in excess of one million are not unusual at the country’s biggest race, The Tour of Flanders, which is held every April. So that is just one thing to look forward to if you are moving to Belgium!
Why Move to Switzerland?
Just liking Swiss chocolate probably isn’t quite enough reason to pack up your belongings and move there. However, there are many good reasons one might find for moving to Switzerland, and some may be quite surprising.
Whilst the clean air, low crime rates and beautiful scenery are well-known, there are many other great benefits of moving to Switzerland that are not as publicised. There are very low levels of tax in the country, and whilst you may have heard it has a high-cost of living, the low taxes balance this out. With five countries surrounding it you are also not stuck for other places to go and buy your goods.
The rich wealth of surrounding countries also means that it is the perfect place to enjoy experiencing numerous cultures. Moving to France might offer you similar opportunities, but still not as many as Switzerland. Moving to France also won’t offer you quite the same levels of health-care or potential for luxury living that Switzerland can offer.
Many Swiss people speak English too, meaning the transition of moving there should be an easy one, whilst the people are very much similar in nature to oursleves. For musicians, there are even more benefits. Not only are the stunning vistas likely to be a huge form of inspiration, but there are also often numerous grants and funds available to help those who are serious about their career.
So a move to Switzerland can offer something for everyone. And with great transport systems, you can find yourself in the best spot to experience not only the whole country but also a lot more of Europe.
Shopper’s Solace: The Most Stylish Cities in Europe
Moving to Europe – for some of us at least – HAS to mean… shopping!
Paris, France
Moving to France? Head for Paris – You know you want to! As the home of Haute Couture, Paris is one of the most chic cities in Europe. Renowned stores along the Rue du Fauborg and Champs Elysees attract label-seekers like moths to a flame! But it’s not all couture, flea markets and vintage fairs are the soul of Paris. When relocating to France who knows what you’ll find – vintage Chanel, classic Halston or an antique Chesterfield that’s fits perfectly into your new French living space!
Barcelona, Spain
Of course Milan is a style capital, but if its art and beatnik chic you seek, a trip to Barcelona should be on the cards! The designer names are all there, nestled sweetly amongst the jostling array of markets and bargain vintage stalls!
Zurich, Switzerland
An unexpected gem, Zurich’s central square plays host to some lavish brands! The elegant Bahnhofstrasse is certainly one of the most stylish and gracefully designed shopping streets in Europe. And don’t forget a little bad-weather indulgence in the sumptuous and labyrinthine ShopVille underground shopping centre.
Amsterdam, Holland
A city of quirky uniqueness and shopping curiosities! Moving to Holland? Make Amsterdam one of your first excursions. The Dutch love to mix and match their markets, meaning you’re likely to find a bit of everything!
Ok, so shopping trips aren’t for everyone. But for those amongst us who love nothing more than a day whiled away window shopping, Europe is more than satisfactory!