Europe's Great Cinemas

The seaside and the beach - places of longing and liminal areas of creativity. Twist dives into life by the water

Claude Monet made the cliffs at Étretat famous, but the charming town now suffers from overtourism.

The Cantoría performs Tomás Luis de Victoria's Tenebræ Responsoria in the Basilica of San Miguel.

An exclusive look at photography from the GDR, a world that no longer exists.

How does hope emerge? And what form does it take in art?

Can infinity be defined? is it something that we can feel? And can we express it in a work of art?

In a time when dating apps are dominating our desires, is there space for romantic love? 

A magical palace in the centre of Amsterdam, the Royal Theatre Tuschinski is a unique building and Dutch institution.

Opened in 1932, the art deco cinema is a major venue for film premieres with its huge auditorium.

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

As Berlin-based label Ostgut Ton turns 16, ARTE Concert celebrates in style

The UN is in crisis as its Special Rapporteur accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza. Will Palestine be its downfall?

Discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community is on the rise across Europe, despite stronger equal rights laws.

Europe is facing a tsunami of cocaine with the illegal drug being smuggled in via the Atlantic coasts of Spain and Portugal. 

Naturism has a long history in Germany and in the UK. but fewer young people are taking up the lifestyle. 

How can you feed yourself self-sufficiently in the desert? An ancient superfood could hold the answer.

42-year-old Armen Grigoryan is the youngest barber in the timeless atmosphere of the oldest barbershop in Armenia.