Vietnam conquers hearts: Top 5 summer destinations for Europeans in 2025!

Vietnam conquers hearts: Top 5 summer destinations for Europeans in 2025!

Vietnam will be one of the most sought-after summer destinations for European tourists in 2025. Loud Vietnam.vn The country will be in the top 5, behind only Thailand, Indonesia, Japan and Malaysia. This marks the first time that Vietnam has appeared on this list, highlighting the Asian country's growing summer tourism appeal.

The five countries that have the most searches for travel to Vietnam are France, Great Britain, Germany, Russia and Norway. Russia and Norway have replaced the Netherlands and Spain in the rankings. One reason for the increase in searches from these countries is the newly introduced direct flights and visa exemptions for citizens of Russia and Norway.

Popular travel destinations and activities

In Vietnam, the most popular destinations for European tourists are Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. These cities offer a successful combination of fresh sea air and vibrant city life. The country's attractions are diverse and range from paradisiacal islands to the Mekong Delta to the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay as well as historic cities and lively markets.

• Hanoi: Literaturtempel und Altstadt
• Ho-Chi-Minh-Stadt: Kriegsmuseum und Ben-Thanh-Markt
• Hội An: Altstadt mit historischen Gebäuden
• Mekong-Delta: Flusskreuzfahrt
• Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng: Nationalpark mit beeindruckenden Höhlen

Practical information for travelers

To enter Vietnam, tourists need a passport that must be valid for at least one month longer than the visa applied for. Many airlines even require a validity of six months beyond the date of entry. The visa or an e-Visa is required for stays of up to 90 days, whereby the e-Visa can be applied for online. It should be applied for several weeks before departure and brought with you printed out to avoid possible problems.

The best time to visit Vietnam is from November to April when the weather is sunny and dry. Depending on the region, however, there are different time periods that are considered particularly recommended:

• Nordvietnam: trockenste Monate von November bis April
• Zentralvietnam: beste Reisezeit von Februar bis Juni
• Südvietnam: trockenste Zeit von Dezember bis April

The cost of living in Vietnam is relatively cheap. A breakfast costs around 1.80 euros, while a 3-course meal costs around 11 euros. For overnight stays in hotels you can expect prices of around 32 euros per night in a 1-star hotel and 102 euros in a 5-star hotel.

Health and safety information

No compulsory vaccinations are required to travel to Vietnam, but vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended. Other recommended vaccinations include hepatitis B, dengue fever, Japanese encephalitis, typhoid, rabies and tetanus. Travelers should also take mosquito repellent measures. Medical care varies between private and public facilities, so travel insurance is recommended.

The emergency numbers in Vietnam are: police 113, fire department 114 and medical emergencies 115.