Depending on which country you plan on visiting and the type of activities you want to do, the best time to visit Europe varies greatly. The good news is: there is always a good time to visit the Old Continent! The summer months are the high season while the winter months are the low season. Traveling in Europe during high season is ideal if you are visiting a beach or lake destination. The weather is ideal for sunbathing and swimming, and the long days are usually enjoyable. And during the off-season it is always much cheaper to find hotels in Europe, cheap flights, etc., although it might not seem like the best time to travel to Europe.