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for this list we're looking at the most beautiful and
unique protected natural areas throughout europe
number 10 order monte perdito national park spain we begin our adventure in wesker
spain amidst the towering pyrenees established in 1918 and expanded in 1982 this world heritage
site encompasses just over 60 square miles of land relative to other national parks this might seem
modest in size but what it lacks in square miles it more than makes up for with grandeur every inch
of this national park feels photo worthy the park consists of four valleys and a wide variety of
overlapping ecosystems the starring attraction is monte pyrido which gives the park its name
and is the third tallest peak in the pyrenees with a wealth of hiking trails to explore diverse
environments and over 150 species of animals to spot this is a great choice for any nature lover
number nine loch lomond and the trosics national park the scottish countryside is so uniformly
inspiring that you really don't need to go to a national park to find breathtaking views
perhaps that's why scotland didn't bother to officially designate any national parks until the
early 2000s the first of its kind in scotland loch lomond and the trosics was established in 2002
and this land is certainly worth protecting the lock and surrounding wilderness from which it
takes its name has long been a popular destination especially considering it's relatively close
to one of scotland's most populated areas the central belt encompassing 720 square miles of land
the park is a fantastic place for anyone looking to embark on an epic trek through the scottish
highlands complete with rolling hills glens and pristine forest while there's one lock in the name
the area has a number of different locks worth visiting number eight yelten hyman national park
norway if you're looking for rugged natural beauty your search has ended spanning westland
and inlander yusten hyman is widely considered to be the outdoor destination in norway and given how
blessed the country is in terms of wilderness and pristine spaces that's saying a lot yolton hyman
covers 444 square miles of land because of its diverse landscape it's a great destination for
hiking skiing rock climbing fishing and more not only does this national park deliver in terms of
the wow factor but it's also steeped in norse mythology adding an extra layer of interest
the name jotunheimen translates to home of giants and the area is said to be home to the yot nana
or yotner massive mythological creatures though you're unlikely to encounter any of
these trolls on your trip you're still dal spray and glacier never fails to make an impression
number 7 ekran national park france france is widely considered to be among the most romantic
countries you can visit and while such claims are typically made in reference to destinations
like paris or the french riviera the romance equally extends to the nation's natural spaces
straddling isaiah and port alps echelon national park is france at its purest and
most unadulterated outdoor enthusiasts are sure to relish the over 460 miles of trails to explore
while the endless variety of local wildlife reminds visitors that this mountain area
belongs first and foremost to the animals golden eagles foxes ibex and chamois are just a few
of the most noteworthy creatures that call ekron national park home here amongst the towering peaks
travellers discover an entirely different side of france rarely showcased in popular media it's
inspiring number six tree glove national park slovenia the triglav national park or tnp for
short is the only one of its kind in slovenia as such it has to be everything to everyone in the
country looking for a natural retreat thankfully slovenia's seoul national park more than rises
to the occasion triglau which is located in the northwestern part of the country shares its name
with tree glove mountain the highest peak in the julian alps the crown jewel and centerpiece of
tnp is actually located almost perfectly in the middle of the 340 square mile park while the peak
is undeniably iconic tmp is by no means a one-hit wonder other highlights within the park include
the beautiful savaka waterfall vintgar gorge and the pristine lake orange a popular kayaking
destination rafting hiking and rock climbing are also popular activities but honestly the
biggest draw here is just the serene and uncrowded atmosphere number five cinquatera national park
italy don't get us wrong we love getting away from civilization and fully immersing ourselves into a
natural setting but when the opportunity presents itself to enjoy the best of both worlds in a
show-stopping environment well that's hard to pass up cinque terre is a mountainous region along the
northwestern italian coast so named for its five towns these idyllic villages built into the steep
hillside are largely inaccessible by car making boats trains and the hiking trails that connect
them the primary way to get from one town to the next while the bustling little towns and excellent
seafood might suggest otherwise cinque terre is a national park italy's very first in fact having
been established in 1999 the balance between civilization and nature here is a careful one
but a focus on sustainable tourism helps protect the local environment even as cinque terre becomes
increasingly popular but with beautiful trails and stunning views like these can you really blame
people for wanting to see it firsthand number four dormitor national park montenegro relative
to other parks disgust dormitory is by no means a household name in fact the small coastal nation of
montenegro located on the adriatic is likely one of the most overlooked countries on our list today
that's starting to change with travel blogs increasingly touting it as the next big
destination as far as national parks are concerned however it always should have been at the top of
your bucket list the park shares its name with dormitor massive which is part of the dinaric alps
the mountain range's tallest peak bobotov cook stands at an impressive 8 267 feet and serves as
the park's focal point but there's a ton of unique features packed into the park the area encompasses
18 glacial lakes 50 mountain peaks canyons rivers and an impressive array of wildlife don mittor has
more than earned its unesco world heritage status number three hawatoan national park
austria also known as haitoen this mind-boggling national park takes its name from the hawatoan
mountain range part of the central eastern alps the park is situated on the austrian border with
the mountain range itself extending into south tyrol in northern italy while austria as a whole
is known for its breathtaking mountain vistas hoetowen might just be its greatest treasure
this untarnished area of land covers just shy of 690 square miles of land
placing it amongst europe's largest protected natural spaces hawatoen is not only home to the
country's iconic and tallest peak grosglochner but also a wealth of natural attractions the
mountain peaks are many there are 26 waterfalls to marvel at around the park and numerous turquoise
lakes and glaciers complete the package this is a natural paradise of epic proportions
number two saxon switzerland national park germany confusing name beautiful park saxon switzerland
national park is not located in switzerland though it is situated in the eastern state of saxony
arguably the greatest treasure in germany's national parks programme which includes 16 parks
total saxon switzerland is truly one of a kind compared to other parks on our list it's downright
minuscule at just over 36 square miles within that modest footprint however one finds some of the
most astonishing views and geological formations in europe the rich greenery paired with the rocky
and canyon heavy landscape makes the whole thing feel very wild so when you do encounter a human
touch like the iconic vast day bridge you feel as if you've been pulled into a fantasy film
mountain climbing hiking biking boat rides there's no wrong way to see this world-class national park
and given that it's just a stone's throw from the city of drazen it's very accessible too number one
pleitwizzer lakes national park croatia yes yes we know croatia is all the rage these days
but we're not telling you to go to dubrovnik and join the crowds no we're here to encourage you
to see what else croatia has to offer and that's quite a lot relatively few international tourists
ever bothered to put plitvice lakes on their travel itinerary and that's a shame because it
might just be the most beautiful national park in all of europe at just over 114 square miles the
park itself is moderate in size but it's been on the unesco world heritage list since 1979 thanks
to its namesake two for rock lakes the limestone barriers paired with the interconnected caves
waterfalls and brightly coloured lakes make plitovitza feel utterly surreal the national park
is among the oldest in southeastern europe but its appeal never gets old and while the lakes might be
the starring attraction the surrounding landscape and local wildlife can certainly compete with any
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