Two favourite European Countries apart from the UK and a reason if you like

Norway : like the people, the scenery, the food etc
Denmark: same as above with excellent tv programmes and lovely clean towns

My favourite country without a doubt is Norway. Not only is every view breathtaking, but we have some very, very close friends there - and for us being able to get ‘under the skin’ of a country is really important. We have had some experiences that usually only a Norwegian would have easy access to. (Plus my husband is fluent in the language and he looks more like a Viking than any Norwegian I know. ?)

A second country is not so easy to choose.

France definitely. The amazingly varied scenery, the whole atmosphere of the country. I just love it and wish I could have a second home there.
And, because I love mountains, it has to be Switzerland.
But I have spent a lot of time in Germany and the people are so friendly and hospitable.
I like Italy very much too, partly because Italian men make you feel attractive even if you are not.

Spain and Italy, but then I love Madeira too and Norway. I can’t decide!

The Greek Islands, each one is different, and Italy for the exquisite old buildings and art.

We had the most wonderful time in Slovenia. Ljubljana is a beautiful city. The mountains can rival the Tyrol, and Lake Bled is scenic and relaxing.
We honeymooned in Italy, and are going back to Sorrento next year to celebrate our Ruby wedding. Looking forward to seeing the Amalfi Coast again, and of course, sampling the food and wine.
I also loved Turkey. I went to Istanbul and Ankara in the late 1970s. I don't think I'd go back though.

Italy - obviously as I'm half Italian! I sometimes feel more at home there than in the UK - I am typically Italian looking- small, olive skin, brown hair and eyes and I'm very animated ? I love their passion for good food and the breathtaking scenery (Lake Como is a favourite). My second choice would be France - another country with amazing food and scenery. I do think that being able to speak a country's language (albeit not fluently) has a lot to do with enjoying visiting that country. I loved Croatia, but was so frustrated at not understanding a word the locals were saying!

Germany, family, beautiful scenery, good hearty food. and the Republic of Malta,warm sun, lovely people, beautiful scenery, great food. Both have interesting history.

I love the Greek islands for their individuality, the sea, weather, food and most of all the people: Germany for the scenery, organisation and food and Russia for art and history but not for food!

Nope, couldn't possibly tie it down to two. Their individual merits are so different that comparison is odious. I've never not enjoyed a European holiday yet. Longing for my return when brave enough.

France because I live there and Austria for beautiful scenery.
I would like to visit Iceland and Russia.

I have family in Italy, France and Ireland so any of them would get my vote, though if I had to pick one it would be Italy near Lago d’Iseo.

For holidays France and Italy, Switzerland too but it’s far too expensive. I would not want be resident in any because after a couple of weeks holiday I’m ready to go home. Familiar surroundings and friends draw me back every time, I’m never likely to move overseas.

DH as an ex Latin teacher just loves Italy. I didn't enjoy it, (Rome, Sorrento, Capri, Milan) even though I speak the language there, too. Florence was OK.

Greece, followed by Italy. Scenery, people, food, languages, and particularly in Greece, the chilled attitude to many things.

Still a bit startled at a pp calling German a ‘beautiful’ language. And yes, I am familiar with it - did A level, still understand quite a lot, still find it ugly.

Although I live right in the middle (Germany) I haven't really been to many. I feel really at home in France but that's because I speak the language.

Also love Ireland and Israel (well, they do participate in Eurovision!).

As an expat, am I qualified to vote for England? In fact, all of the UK really.

I am seriously thinking about this one.

But there is a MASSIVE difference between being on holiday in a country, having a second home there, and LIVING in it permanently.

My initial response would have been France or Italy- but both have their own problems, for sure. And are very varied, with very different climates, atmospheres, cultures even. Jus thinking of France, there is a huge difference between living ir rural Ariège at altitude, or San Tropez, or the Alps, or the flat NE, etc, etc.

What would bother me about both is the rise of intolerance and racism in both, and the hunting culture à la let's shoot and trap everything... No easy.

As others have already mentioned, Belgium is a beautiful country with so much variety to discover Check out this travel guide to Belgium, the Netherlands, or the Czech Republic for inspiration and travel advice! app.livetheworld.com/belgium

Ohhhh without a shadow of doubt COTE D'AZUR .... why ! Well ....EVERYTHING...... the way of life, weather, villages, just the whole ambiance...

My 2and would be Canada, the people are amazingly polite, kind,welcoming, the Autumn trees, views , house designs ....

Grannybags

Italy. Florence is the best city in the world (that I've been to!)

Iceland. Pure rugged beauty

When I was asked to start teaching Italian my boss found me a refresher course for teaching Italian (I’d left Italy 20 years before) . .....
Two weeks in Florence.. studying advanced grammar plus having lectures on Italian art politics etc, a guided tour of the Uffizi with a professor of fine art......a visit to Siena...
Two of the best weeks of my life !

Ireland

Republic of Ireland for me. I love it. The friendly people, the scenery, the traditional music sessions in small friendly pubs. I could go on but I’d sound like I was working for the Irish tourist board!

Greece, and not just the islands. Generally very chilled atmosphere, people who appreciate it if you make an effort with the language, much of the food, the music, the history.

Hard to pick a 2nd out of all the others, but probably Italy.

For me it has to be the Greek Islands.I always think all is well in my world when I visit islands like Paros,Naxos and Rhodes Old Town.

Italy. Florence is the best city in the world (that I've been to!)

Iceland. Pure rugged beauty