Rosenmontag (similar to Mardi Gras) parades and celebrations will be held in Cologne, Bonn, Dusseldorf, Aachen, and Mainz on February 8. Expect increased congestion traveling through these cities.

On 30 January, over 600,000 people are expected to attend a demonstration in Rome. The protest will take place between midday and 5pm on the Circo Massimo and is likely to affect the city centre.

Venice is boosting security for the Carneval festival, which runs through February 9th. Travelers should remain vigilant.