Jaw-dropping landscapes, gorgeous old cities, amazing architecture and inspiring history can be
also found outside of famous and crowded European destinations. In the era when we try to avoid
crowds many famous European hotspots lost some of their appeal and that is why I will show you
10 less crowded but absolutely spectacular places in Europe that should be on your 2022 travel list.
Hi guys. My name is Rok and I’ve spent the last 10 years traveling around Europe as a tour guide
and I can’t wait to show you the best places to visit in Europe in 2022.
Besides the famous and crowded coastline, Montenegro also has a spectacular, but less famous
and almost deserted Durmitor mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of outstanding natural beauty.
In unspoiled, dramatic and rugged mountains river Tara carved the deepest gorge in Europe and it is
crossed by a spectacular arch bridge. Endless forest and beautiful glacial lakes are part
of this completely unspoiled piece of heaven as tourism is slowly trickling to this part of the
Balkans. Here you can enjoy in leisurely hikes and hardcore mountaineering, do some spectacular
cycling, great whitewater rafting and canyoning while in winter here are also top ski slopes.
This outdoor paradise with spacious pastures and spectacular narrow roads under stunning mountain
peaks offers some of the most spectacular and unspoiled experiences in Europe.
Next we are going to Italy full of amazing tourist hotspots, but here are also less
crowded amazing cities like Verona. The city is home of the most famous lovers in the world,
Romeo and Juliet and has some of the most preserved Roman buildings including a
spectacular 2.000 years old Arena. Picturesque city on a bend of the Adige river is an
outstanding example of a town that has developed progressively and uninterruptedly over 2,000 years
and it is full of old roman gates, city walls, charming streets, beautiful medieval squares
and precious Renaissance artwork. This beautiful and romantic city is full of myths and legends
and if you want to see The Best Things To Do in Verona check out my video in the top right corner.
Next on the list is the increasingly popular but still not over-crowded Budapest.
Charming Hungarian capital is made of two sides separated by a majestic Danube river. The Buda
side was home of the royal residences and offers a romantic experience with the Royal Palace,
the Matthias Church and the small alleys encompassing the Castle District.
On the other side is a bustling and vibrant Pest with elegant 19th century palaces, rich museums,
impressive Heroes’ Square, the Parliament building, St. Stephen’s Basilica and other
inspiring places like the Jewish quarter. The city is also famous for its thermal springs and
spas and beautiful bridges built in the 19th century when Budapest, together with Vienna,
served as a capital city of a mighty Austro-Hungarian Empire. If you want
to see The Best Things To Do in Budapest check out my video in the top right corner.
For the next breathtaking place we are going to the French part of The Alps,
where the first winter Olympic Games took place. Chamonix is home to the highest mountain in Europe
and largest Glacier in France. The best part is you don’t have to be a great hiker to see it all.
Cob trains and cable cars can do all the hard work for you. I still remember the warm fuzzy
feeling when walking inside the glacier. But the most unforgettable experience
was taking a cable car to Aiguille Du Midi where I saw Mont Blanc from up close.
If you want to see my Chamonix experience, check the video in the top right corner.
Next amazing place is also in the Alps, only this time in Slovenian foothills where you
can find magical, fairytale-like lake Bled. It has emerald-green waters, a small island with a church
and an ancient castle on the cliff with a history spanning more than one thousand years. Lake Bled
has a mild Alpine climate and hot springs offering healing properties. In summer the lake is famous
for rowing and swimming while in winter it turns into a giant ice skating rink. The main landmark
of Lake Bled is its small island with a 15th century Church that can be reached by traditional
Pletna boats run by Pletna oarsmen, a vocation that is handed down from generation to generation.
If you want to see The Best Things To Do in Lake Bled check out my video in the top right corner.
We are moving to Greece and to one of the world's oldest cities, the cradle of Western civilization
and the birthplace of democracy, Athens. It seems a bit strange that one of the world's
top tourist destinations got on this list. But unlike other tourist hotspots here you can stay
outside in the fresh air all the time while admiring amazing Ancient Greek monuments as well
as heritage from Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman times. The most impressive landmark of Athens
is the rocky hill of Acropolis, the very symbol of Ancient Greece that served as the
most important religious center of ancient Athens. A complex of marble temples overlooking the city
is commanded by its biggest temple, Parthenon. There are also beautiful and
picturesque old neighborhoods and beautiful archeological parks with historical ruins.
If you want to see The Best Things To Do in Athens check out my Athens video in the top right corner.
Next is one of the most beautiful and best preserved baroque towns in the world,
Salzburg. This beautiful town nestled at the foothills of the Austrian Alps is the
birthplace of Mozart and a filming location of a movie awarded with 5 oscars, The Sound of Music.
Its unmistakable landmark is a mighty fortress on top of the hill built more than 900 years
ago that was never captured by foreign troops. Salzburg also has one of the oldest monasteries,
a romantic Mirabell palace surrounded by one of the most beautiful Baroque gardens in Europe,
mighty churches and huge palaces. There are also beautiful squares and pedestrian streets
surrounded by old narrow townhouses. If you want to see The Best Things To Do in Salzburg
check out my video in the top right corner.
Next we are headed to the Croatian coast and its Istria peninsula.
Surrounded by an archipelago of beautiful islets is a small,
picturesque coastal town Rovinj famous for its beaches. Like other old Istria towns,
Rovinj was home of the Romans, then it was ruled by the Byzantine Empire and after centuries of
instability it became part of the powerful Venetian Republic that gave the town its
rich heritage. Charming and winding narrow stone paved streets have cascading steps, mysterious old
passages and are surrounded by beautiful Venetian architecture. Amazing beaches, beautiful old town
and rich heritage make Rovinj one of the best summer holiday destinations. If you want to
see The Best Things To Do and the best beaches in Rovinj check out my video in the top right corner.
One of the most breathtaking sceneries is offered by an exceptional mountain range in the Italian
part of The Alps, called The Dolomites. Thanks to its limestone, these mountains have a unique
color and they feature some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes on the planet.
Here are vertical walls, sheer cliffs and deep and long valleys. First time I was
drawn to Dolomites was to ride over its beautiful mountain passes and I
immediately fell in love with this place. Every time I come back and I see spectacular mountain
cliffs in their distinct light brown color I have a smile on my face. Small charming
villages with beautiful houses provide cozy accommodation and most businesses are family
owned. Here are breathtaking landscapes, cable cars, hiking trails, climbing routes,
mountain passes, lakes, glaciers and even museums. This is an absolute paradise for outdoor lovers.
And on the top of my list is one of the most beautiful and sunniest places in Adriatic,
Croatian island of Hvar. I’ve been on Hvar island many times and I never experienced any crowds,
despite its fame. Beautiful Hvar Town and its famous nightlife places are some of the hotspots,
but this island is so diverse that everyone can find its own piece of paradise.
You can find beautiful and almost empty beaches even in peak season. And if that is not enough
you can hop to nearby islands to discover even more remote coves. If you want to truly see
and enjoy the beauty of this landscape you have to go to one of the mountain peaks.
If you want to know more about this paradise, check out my Top 10 Things To Do in Hvar video in the top right corner.
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