Back in tsarist Russia Cossacks helped the rulers to protect their borders and conquer new territories. Today it seems they’re stepping back into their old boots.

Europe is not just about bright lights, big cities and the daily hustle and bustle. The continent is also home to people who live on remote little islands, where life is enjoyed at its own pace:

Our reporters set out on some of Europe’s best-known routes – and also discover some hidden treasures.

Life in Europe's countryside might not be as fast-paced and hectic as it is in the cities, but it's not without its problems.

Europe's bridges have their own stories to tell - of wanderlust, exclusion and rapprochement. Now a brand new series from European Journal presents some really special ones.

The director’s countdown is in French, the editor’s comments are in German, the colleague’s remark is in Spanish – producing European Journal is in itself a typical European endeavour: challenging and a lot of fun!