There’s no better combination than a sparkling summer, breathtaking European views, and a romance unfolding beneath the sun. There is something about these European summer romance movies that makes you want to revisit them over and over again.
Whether it is sun-drenched streets, seaside escapes or a small town in the European countryside, here are the top 10 romance movies set against the backdrop of a beautiful European summer.
10. Monte Carlo (2011)
A long-anticipated dream trip to Paris quickly turns out to be very disappointing for a young woman, her uptight stepsister, and her best friend. Their luck changes when one of them is mistaken for a wealthy British heiress at a luxury hotel. What follows is a string of misadventures in Monte Carlo that is infinitely silly but so entertaining.
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9. Letters To Juliet (2010)
While vacationing in Verona, Italy, Sophie discovers a 50-year-old letter addressed to Juliet, seeking romantic advice. When she replies, the letter’s recipient comes to Verona, along with her grumpy yet very attractive grandson. Together, the trio set out across the Italian countryside to find her long-lost love. Along the way, an unexpected new romance also begins to spark.
8. Mamma Mia! (2008)
With a soundtrack that belongs on every ultimate European summer playlist, this musical rom-com never gets old. Set on a fictional Greek Island, it follows Sophie, a young bride-to-be who invites three men her mother dated in the past to her wedding, hoping to discover which one is her real father.
7. A Summer’s Tale (1996)
This French romantic comedy follows Gaspard, a young graduate who heads to the seaside town of Dinard for a holiday before starting his first job. While he hopes the girl he likes will join him, Gaspard soon strikes up a friendship with another young woman working in town. Over the course of his vacation, his romantic life starts to become increasingly complicated.
6. Under The Tuscan Sun (2003)
Based on Frances Mayes’ memoir, ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’ is about a recently divorced writer struggling with writer’s block and depression. On a whim, she buys a crumbling villa in Tuscany, hoping for a fresh start. As she begins rebuilding her life amid the beautiful Tuscan countryside, she finds unexpected joy, new friendship, and romance with a charming stranger.
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5. Amélie (2001)
A shy, quirky waitress named Amélie is determined to help people around her find happiness, while she is also trying to cope with loneliness. From returning a middle-aged man’s childhood treasure to matchmaking for the lovelorn, she bravely takes on the quest to spread joy. It ultimately leads her towards discovering true love of her own.
4. Roman Holiday (1953)
Audrey Hepburn stars as a bored and sheltered princess who is tired of her overwhelming schedule. She decides to escape her royal duties to explore Rome on her own. After falling asleep in a park, she is discovered by an American reporter who takes her on a tour of the city. As their carefree day unfolds, the two slowly start to fall for each other.
3. Call Me By Your Name (2017)
Set during the summer of 1983, this coming-of-age romance follows 17-year-old Elio, who lives with his parents in rural Northern Italy. His quiet summer takes a turn when Oliver, a 24-year-old graduate student, arrives to work as an intern for Elio’s father. As the days unfold, the two develop an intense connection.
2. A Room With A View (1985)
Set between the restrictive Edwardian England and sun-drenched Italy, this romantic drama follows Lucy, a young woman spending her summer in Florence. There, she shares a brief but life-altering romance with the free-spirited George Emerson. Back in England, Lucy attempts to move on and focus on her marriage plans, but she cannot forget the freedom and experiences of her Italian holiday.
1. Before Sunrise (1995)
An absolute cult classic when it comes to summer romances, ‘Before Sunrise’ follows Jesse, an American man travelling through Europe on a train when he meets Celine, a French woman. They are instantly drawn to each other and decide to abandon their plans and get off in Vienna. They spend the entire day and night exploring the city while talking about love, life and everything in between.
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