Most people know that if you want to experience European nightlife, Berlin, Amsterdam, Budapest, and Prague are the places to go. If you want to experience the best of Europe’s natural beauty, however, you’d be better off heading out of the city. Here are 10 beautiful spots you would be foolish to miss on your trip.
Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
It’s waterfalls, caves and stunningly blue lakes make this national park a must-see on your European trip.
Gorges du Verdon, France
The river’s gorgeous, turquoise water makes for a memorable and photographic hike.
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Fjords, Norway
Norway’s fjords are some of the most impressive and most visited in the entire world.
Eisriesenwelt, Austria
Eisriesenwelt translates to ‘World of the Ice Giants’ where you can explore the world’s largest ice caves.
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Durmitor National Park, Montenegro
For vast pine forests and glacier lakes, Montenegro is the place to go.
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Algarve, Portugal
Algarve is a beachy paradise with its intriguing rock formations and beautiful colors.
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Sarek National Park, Sweden
Sarek is one of the oldest national parks in Europe and contains lakes, mountains, and serene valleys.
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Lake Bled, Slovenia
If you’re in Slovenia, Lake Bled is a must see. The water is serenely calm and there is a castle mysteriously floating in the middle of the lake.
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The Blue Grotto, Italy
The way the sunlight filters through into the caves makes the water glow blue.
Ice Caves, Iceland
Iceland’s luminous caves will absolutely take your breath away.
