Europe’s landscapes are vast, beautiful and waiting to be discovered. From sand dunes in Spain to forests in Croatia, some of the world’s most fascinating places lay hidden in Europe. Browse this gallery to discover what’s here, and then come see it for yourself.
Cappadocia is a place in Turkey that’s been known for its moonlike setting. With unusual rock formations and underground cities, it’s one of the most unique landscapes in Europe. It makes for ideal hot air balloon conditions, which is why it’s one of the most popular ballooning destinations around.
The Río Tinto is a river in Spain unlike any other. Its name translates to “Red River” and it’s easy to see how it got its name. The entire river has a deep red hue to it from the amount of iron in the area. See the red colors for yourself and even try mining for a hidden treasure.
The natural hot springs in Iceland known as Hverir is one of the country’s warmest areas. Located just east of Mt. Námafjal, it creates a breathtaking scene of mountain views and exciting trails. Just be sure not to stray from the trails.
Tucked away in central Croatia lies the country’s biggest national park. Plitvice Lakes National Park boasts all of Croatia’s best landscapes in one place. Clear blue waters, lush green forests and towering rock formations are all here waiting to be discovered.
In the middle of the Czech Republic’s Bohemian Switzerland National Park lies the country’s largest natural bridge: The Pravčická Brána. The stone bridge sits atop of cliff overlooking the lush forest. Around the area you’ll find plenty of well-kept trails to add to your outdoor adventure.
It’s desolate. It’s vast. And, most importantly, it’s beautiful. The great Maspalomas sand dunes are found on the Canary Islands in Spain. Located just outside of the small village of Maspalomas, the dunes are a year-round playground for all-terrain vehicles.
Le Lac de la Haute-Sûre is Luxembourg’s leisure-friendly lake and a hotspot for swimming, boating, diving, windsurfing and sailing. Charter a solar boat for an excursion of Luxembourg’s picturesque landscape, just half a mile (1 km) west of Esch-sur-Sure.
For a breathtaking view of Montenegro, visit National Park Lovcen. In the winter months, give Nordic skiing a try. During the summer, track and walk through the park to take in the gorgeous scenery, including a view of Black Mountain, rising 5837 feet (1779 meters) above Lovcen.
One of the best ways to witness the diversity of Europe is to participate in one of the many festivals – be it celebrating a saint, food , film or even the circus.
With a past as storied as Europe’s, it’s impossible not to take in some history while on your trip. Find out more about UNESCO World Heritage Site in the European territory.
Sometimes you need to see something from another perspective to understand its beauty. In Europe, every perspective hides a new discovery, even under the water. From the shores of Italy to the clearwaters of Iceland, find what’s hiding beneath the surface of Europe with this gallery.
All European expeditions should include a trip to a museum or gallery. Luckily, they can be found almost everywhere in Europe. And a lot of them are free of charge. Consider this your guide to some of the best free museums and galleries in Europe so that you’re prepared to take in the art on your next trip.
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La Fête du Citron® (Lemon Festival) is a unique event in the world, which attracts more than 160,000 visitors every year – a number which is constantly rising! Visitors can discover a whole new fantasy world made up of processions of floats, gardens of lights and the exhibition of giant designs, created by more than 300 professionals and 145 tons of citrus fruits.
Celebrating Irish music, culture and creativity. Local community groups, marching bands from abroad, groups from twinned towns and theatrical groups from anywhere take part in the St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny, Ireland.
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Stoemp is a typical and simple Brussels dish, which you have to try when spending time in the Flemish capital. It consists of pureed potatoes one or several mashed vegetables, sometimes also with bacon. These vegetable pairings traditionally include endive, kale, Brussels sprouts, spinach, turnip greens, carrot or onion. Stoemp is usually served with sausage or stewed meat.
