There are many sweet treats in Europe, but we have tried to narrow it down to our favourite seven.

7 Delicious Sweet Treats in Europe

1. Gelato in Italy

The choices of flavours are endless when it comes to gelato. We are still trying to sample them all. Two of our favorite gelato shops are Suso in Venice and Della Palma in Rome.

Check out our Top 15 Places to Visit in Italy, why not try gelato in all of them?

2. Waffles in Belgium

Yes, the locals claim we should eat the waffle on its own with just a little bit of sugar. But it tastes so much better when topped with strawberries, chocolate, and whip cream!

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• VENICE 1-Day Itinerary
• FLORENCE 2 Days Itinerary
• AMSTERDAM 3 Day Itinerary

• PARIS 4 Days Itinerary
• BUDAPEST 2 Days Itinerary
• PRAGUE 2 Days Itinerary
• LONDON 1 Day Itinerary

• ATHENS 1 Day Itinerary
• BERLIN 2 Days Itinerary
• VIENNA 2 Days Itinerary
• LISBON 2 Days Itinerary

3. Sacher Torte in Austria

Stepping up in class, this cake has been around for almost 200 years! Dark chocolate, chocolate sponge cake, and a layer of apricot jam…let’s not forget the whipped cream!

Yes, we are in heaven and we certainly do lick that silver fork once we finished. This is by far the classiest of the sweet treats in Europe. The best Sacher torte is at Hotel Sacher in Vienna.

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4. Trdelnik in the Czech Republic

Depending on where you get it, it might have three different names, but the Czech Republic seems to deliver the best.

Hot, fluffy, and delicious, the newest version includes Nutella filling. Well, it would be rude to say no. Don’t miss any of the best Czech food in Prague, here’s our top 6 places to eat!

Oh, and our list of the 7 best things to do in Prague is super useful too.

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5. Churros in Spain

Nothing gets you out of bed quicker than a promise of fresh hot churros dipped in chocolate. Well done, Spain, very well done.

They told us this is typically eaten at breakfast in Spain.

Not sure who to believe, but ok. If you’re heading there to check out some of the best hikes in Spain, this works perfectly; eat all the churros you like.

6. Baklava in Turkey

As it wasn’t enough to create a dessert from filo pastry and nuts, someone creative has thought of holding it together with a rich syrup and honey. Boom! One of the most decadent sweet treats in Europe was born. Thank you.

Yes, we know Turkey spans into Asia, but Istanbul is geographically in Europe, so we are including baklava on our sweet treats in Europe list. 

Turkish cuisine is sensational! Read more about the list of must-try foods in our Complete Turkish Food Guide.

7. Macarons in France

Macaron is the king of all sweet treats. Tiny and delicious, it leaves you wanting more. That is probably the main reason why it is so petite.

Vive la France!

Still hungry for more? Check out our Ultimate Food Map of Europe for inspiration on what to eat in each country!

And that’s it! Our list of the best sweet treats in Europe probably made you hungry. What else would you add to this list? Do you have any favourite desserts? Let us know in the comments. 

Travel Tips for Europe

We have many travel guides and tips for Europe— an incredible continent!

Are you travelling on a budget? These ten cheapest European countries will help you plan an itinerary that lets you see as much as possible while there.

Furthermore, if you plan to travel long-term (or at least until the money runs out), these 21 cheapest countries to visit will help you make your hard-earned dollars stretch a bit further.

Delicious cuisine can be enjoyed across Europe, and our food map of Europe will inspire your culinary journey.

For food lovers, don’t miss our top 10 best countries for foodies, a couple of them are located in Europe.

Here are 8 things to know about travelling to Eastern Europe and it’s good to know these 7 misconceptions about Eastern Europe too.

These top 6 travel hacks to save money are great to read when planning your travels.

You’ll need to stay connected while travelling in Europe. We recommend eSIM. It’s easy, reliable and affordable. View eSIMs for individual European countries, or consider a regional eSIM for Europe (which covers 39 countries).

If your travels in Europe are part of a much larger global adventure, then a Global eSIM may be the answer. It connects you in 124 countries, offering data-only eSIM and data/call/text eSIM. The Global eSIM has been a game-changer; we couldn’t imagine travelling without it now.

If you want to travel with like-minded travellers, consider joining a group tour. Check out our Group Tours first for any upcoming European departures, or view Tourradar for great deals on group tours in Europe.

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