Berlin Cathedral and TV Tower stand out in a snowy winter landscape, capturing iconic architecture.

Why is Berlin milder than Calgary?

A warm Atlantic current—nicknamed Europe’s central heating—carries heat to Europe and even warms the westerly winds.

Europe’s Central Heating: How the Gulf Stream Warms a ContIN

Candlelight illuminates a map of the Atlantic Ocean featuring the Sargasso Sea, creating a warm ambiance.

How it works

The Gulf Stream moves warm water from the Gulf of Mexico across the Atlantic. Those waters and winds temper winters and summers across much of Europe.

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