Michelin Releases Main Cities of Europe Guide

The Michelin guide Main Cities of Europe 2009 went on sale on Wednesday 18 March, priced at £14.99 (€19.99 in Ireland). This 28th edition covers 43 cities in 20 countries, of which two are included for the first time (Florence and Turin). The English language guide Main Cities of Europe 2009 targets business travellers and tourists visiting major European cities who want to be able to easily find the right place to dine or spend the night, perhaps a hotel near the convention centre, or a quiet restaurant where they can invite a customer to lunch.

Information contained within the guide includes city maps showing the location of hotels and restaurants, key words which define the style of each establishment, practical information about each city (such as sites to visit, tips for getting around town), a presentation of the city’s culinary specialities and general tourist information.

The new edition features a selection of 3,180 establishments, in all comfort and price categories, of which 1,607 are hotels and 1,573 are restaurants. Also included are 324 ‘starred’ restaurants: 14 have three stars, 59 have two stars and 251 have one star. It also includes a selection of 195 Bib Gourmand restaurants serving three-course meals that offer excellent value for money.