What can you do in autumn? Now that the days are getting shorter, it’s the season of soup, candlelight and long walks through the woods. Autumn is all about cosiness, indoors and out. That’s why we’re sharing 8 autumn activities, from a day out to an evening on the sofa. Have fun!
01. Make a big pot of soup
Is it bleak and rainy outside? Then making soup is one of the nicest autumn activities to do indoors. Pumpkin soup, lentil soup or a hearty split pea soup are perfect for the season. Ladle it into pretty soup bowls and put a board with fresh bread and butter on the table. It turns an ordinary weeknight into something a little festive.
02. Bake a cake
An apple pie, a pear tart or a cake with cinnamon and cardamom: baking is relaxing and makes your home smell wonderful. Place the cake on a cake tray or cake stands and pour tea into your prettiest cup and saucer. That’s how you turn an ordinary Sunday afternoon into a cosy autumn high tea.
03. Host a dinner party
During the dark months, it’s all about being together. Lay an autumn table with a tablecloth in warm shades, tableware with a cheerful print, a few candleholders and branches or silk flowers in orange, burgundy and pink. Whether it’s a brunch with bubbles or a lavish dinner, a festively laid table makes every meal feel special.
04. Give your home an autumn feel
A new season calls for a little makeover. Swap summery cushions for decorative cushions in deep shades, drape a throw over the sofa and choose a carpet that makes the room feel warmer. A vase of autumn flowers completes the look. You’ll find more inspiration in our tips for an autumn makeover.
05. Go for a walk in the forest
The woods are at their most beautiful in autumn. Wrap up warm, wear something comfortable and go for a good long walk. Take a bag for acorns, chestnuts, beechnuts and pretty leaves. Back home, turn them into an autumn decoration, for example on a platter or in a glass vase. And don’t forget your camera: with all those golden and red hues, you’ll take the best photos of the year.
06. Create your own home cinema
After a long walk, there’s nothing better than putting your feet up and watching a film. Slip into your softest loungewear, draw the curtains, light a few candles and snuggle up under a throw. Add a big mug of hot chocolate and a bowl of popcorn, et voilà: time to enjoy!
07. Plan a spa evening at home
A warm bath is the perfect remedy for chilly autumn evenings. Lay out soft towels, light a candle and slip into a bathrobe afterwards. That’s how you turn your bathroom into a private spa, without even leaving the house.
08. Enjoy a weekend in bed
Rain against the window and nowhere you need to be: that’s when breakfast in bed is the best autumn activity there is. Set out a tray with croissants and a cup of tea and crawl back under your duvet cover. With bedding in warm colours and extra pillows, you’ll turn your bedroom into a truly restful place.
09. Visit a light festival
Many large cities celebrate the dark days with a light festival. Wherever you're from, there's probably a light festival near you. Watch twinkling lights with a warm glass of Mulled wine or chocolate milk in your hands.
