10 Best Underrated Places to Visit in Europe ✈️ | Europe Travel
Summary
TLDRIn this travel video, discover 10 hidden European gems for your 2024 holiday. From the colorful mountains and hot springs of Landmannalaugar, Iceland, to the white-washed alleyways of Ostuni, Italy. Explore the Gothic and Baroque architecture of Toruń, Poland, and the charming villages of Rousillon in France. Venture off the beaten path to Liechtenstein, San Marino, the Azores, and the coastal town of Ružomberok. Finish with Corsica's natural beauty and the authentic Greek cuisine of Finiki. Experience tranquility away from the crowds in these lesser-known destinations.
Takeaways
- 🏞️ Landmannalaugar, Iceland is a hidden gem with colorful mountains and hot springs, perfect for hiking and relaxation.
- 🏠 Ostuni, Italy is a beautiful hilltop town with white buildings and winding streets, ideal for a quiet getaway.
- 🏰 Visiting multiple towns near Pula can maximize your holiday experience, with each offering unique attractions.
- 🛶 Bigosz, Poland is a picturesque city with Gothic and Baroque architecture, and offers relaxing boat trips along the river.
- 📚 Historic granaries on Mill Island in Bigosz have been transformed into cultural venues and a museum.
- 🗺️ Liechtenstein, despite being Europe's fourth smallest country, is rich in hiking opportunities but can be expensive.
- 🍦 Rustrel, France is a quaint village in the Luberon region with a maze of alleyways and local delicacies.
- 🏰 San Marino, one of the world's oldest and smallest nations, is an ideal day trip from the lively resort of Rimini.
- 🏝️ The Azores, Portugal, are a group of nine islands with sleepy towns and peaceful paradises, less crowded than popular areas.
- 🌄 Ruza, Italy offers a contrast between a modern provincial capital and a picturesque hillside town.
- 🌅 Corsica, France is a hidden gem island with natural beauty and fascinating traditions, offering a variety of holiday activities.
- 🍽️ Finiki, Greece is a coastal settlement known for its fish taverns and local delicacies, a great choice for food lovers.
Q & A
What is the first hidden gem destination mentioned in the video script?
-The first hidden gem mentioned is Landmannalaugar in the highlands of Iceland, known for its colorful mountains and hot springs.
What unique geological elements can be found in Landmannalaugar?
-Landmannalaugar features unique geological elements such as hot and cold springs that combine to form a warm brook, suitable for relaxation after a day of hiking.
Why is Landmannalaugar a perfect destination for hikers?
-Landmannalaugar is perfect for hikers due to its natural beauty, including hot springs, and the opportunity to relax in a warm brook after trekking.
What is Ostuni known for, according to the script?
-Ostuni is known for its striking white buildings and is a beautiful hilltop town with quiet winding streets and alleyways.
What recommendation does the script give for those visiting Pulawy?
-The script recommends not to visit just one town when in Pulawy, as there are several towns in close proximity that are worth exploring.
What is a recommended activity in the city of Toruń, Poland?
-A recommended activity in Toruń is taking a relaxing boat trip along the river to see a different viewpoint of the city.
What are the historic granaries of Mill Island in Toruń known for?
-The historic granaries of Mill Island in Toruń are known for their unique 19th-century structures that have been transformed into cultural venues and a museum.
Why is Liechtenstein considered a hidden gem in Europe?
-Liechtenstein is considered a hidden gem because it is the fourth smallest country in Europe and the second least visited, offering a peaceful experience for hikers.
What is the recommendation for visiting San Marino?
-The recommendation for visiting San Marino is to visit out of season, such as spring or autumn, to avoid crowds and enjoy the medieval walls and cobblestone streets.
What is special about the Azores in Portugal according to the script?
-The Azores are special because they are less populated and less crowded than other popular destinations in Portugal, offering sleepy towns and peaceful paradises.
Why is Ruza described as a town of two faces in the script?
-Ruza is described as a town of two faces because it has a modern provincial capital side with a sensible grid pattern of streets, and a quieter, more traditional side etched into its hillside.
What is Finiki known for, as mentioned in the script?
-Finiki is known for its fish taverns serving local delicacies and delicious food, making it an excellent choice for foodies, especially Greek food lovers.
What is the script's final recommendation for a summer vacation destination?
-The script's final recommendation for a summer vacation is Finiki, a coastal settlement in Greece, especially suitable for families and food lovers.
Outlines
🏞️ Hidden Gems of Europe: Iceland's Landmannalaugar
This paragraph introduces Landmannalaugar, a remote yet captivating destination in the highlands of Iceland. Known for its colorful mountains and hot springs, it's an ideal spot for hiking enthusiasts seeking tranquility away from tourist crowds. The area offers unique geological features such as a warm brook formed by the confluence of hot and cold springs, perfect for relaxation after a day of trekking. For the adventurous, there are hot springs to bathe in, and camping or staying in a hut is available for an immersive experience. The script emphasizes the natural beauty of this region, making it a must-visit for those who appreciate Iceland's raw and unspoiled landscapes.
🏰 Exploring Lesser-Known European Towns
The second paragraph discusses several lesser-known towns in Europe that are worth visiting. It starts with a mention of a beautiful hilltop town known for its white buildings, suggesting a serene environment with winding streets and alleyways. The script encourages travelers to visit multiple towns in close proximity to Pula for a maximized holiday experience. It also highlights a picturesque city in Poland, accessible by train from Warsaw, with a preserved Oldtown featuring Gothic and Baroque architecture. The city offers a lively atmosphere with cafes and restaurants, and a recommendation for a restaurant and cafe is teased for an upcoming video. Additionally, the paragraph mentions the historic granaries of Mill Island, now cultural venues and a museum, and suggests a relaxing boat trip along the river for a different viewpoint of the city.
🗺️ Discovering Underrated European Destinations
This paragraph continues the theme of exploring hidden European destinations, starting with a mention of Liechtenstein, a small country often overlooked for day trips. Despite its reputation, the speaker recommends spending more time in Liechtenstein, especially for hikers, and suggests checking the Liechtenstein tourism board for resources. The paragraph also touches on the cost of visiting this country, describing it as expensive. Moving on, it describes the French village of Roussillon in the Luberon region, with its maze of alleyways, shops, and local delicacies, including ice cream shops. The village is recommended for those seeking a quieter holiday in France. The paragraph then shifts to San Marino, one of the world's oldest and smallest nations, ideal for a day trip from the lively resort of Rimini in Italy. The speaker advises visiting out of season for a more peaceful experience. Lastly, the Azores in Portugal are highlighted for their beautiful, less crowded beaches and historical fishing villages, offering a peaceful alternative to more popular areas.
🏖️ Coastal Delights and Hidden Hilltop Villages
The final paragraph focuses on coastal settlements and hilltop villages that offer a rich taste of Italy away from the crowds. It starts with Ruza, described as a town of two contrasting faces, with a busy superior area at the top of the hill and a more serene, traditional area etched into the hillside. The paragraph then shifts to Corsica, an island full of natural beauty and fascinating traditions, which remains a hidden gem despite its offerings. The speaker encourages viewers to consider Corsica as a holiday destination, mentioning its long sandy beaches, dramatic mountain passes, and beautiful hilltop villages. The town of Bonifacio, known for its lively marina and medieval clifftop citadel, is highlighted as a must-visit location. Lastly, Finiki is introduced as a coastal settlement near the capital of Kassos, famous for its fish taverns and local delicacies, making it an excellent choice for food lovers and families seeking a peaceful summer vacation.
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Keywords
💡Hidden Gems
💡Landmannalaugar
💡Hiking
💡Ostuni
💡Gothic and Baroque Architecture
💡Camping
💡Liechtenstein
💡Roussillon
💡San Marino
💡Azores
💡Corsica
💡Finiki
Highlights
Landmannalaugar in Iceland is a hidden gem with colorful mountains and hot springs, perfect for hiking and relaxation.
Ostuni in Italy is a beautiful hilltop town with striking white buildings and winding streets, ideal for a quiet visit.
Toruń in Poland offers a preserved Oldtown with Gothic and Baroque architecture, and a lively atmosphere with cafes and restaurants.
A boat trip along the river in Toruń provides a different viewpoint of the city.
The historic granaries of Mill Island in Toruń have been transformed into cultural venues and a museum.
Liechtenstein, the fourth smallest country in Europe, is often overlooked but offers great hiking opportunities.
Roussillon in France, part of the Luberon region, is a quaint village with a maze of alleyways and local delicacies.
San Marino, one of the world's oldest and smallest nations, is an ideal day trip destination from nearby Rimini.
Visiting San Marino out of season allows for a more peaceful experience with fewer tourists.
The Azores in Portugal are less crowded and offer a peaceful paradise with sleepy towns and natural beauty.
Ružomberok in Slovakia has a modern capital with grid pattern streets and a quieter, picturesque hillside.
Corsica Island is a hidden gem in France with natural beauty and fascinating traditions, often overlooked as a travel destination.
Bonifacio in Corsica is known for its lively marina and medieval clifftop citadel.
Finiki in Greece is a coastal settlement with local fish taverns, perfect for food enthusiasts.
These hidden gems are recommended for a unique and less crowded holiday experience.
Transcripts
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so it's coming to 2024 and you're
thinking about a destination for your
next holiday so instead of going to some
of the most popular places in Europe in
this video we're going to take a look at
some stunning hidden
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gems
okay folks number one land
manala this place is seriously off the
beaten path and it is totally worth the
journey it's located in the highlands of
Iceland and it's known for its colorful
mountains and its Hot
Springs this is perfect for those of of
you who love to hike land manala
features many unique geological elements
including the hot and cold springs that
combine to create a warm Brook where
people can relax their tired limbs after
a day of
trekking and if you're feeling brave you
can take a dip in the hot
springs it's also a popular spot for
camping and it's even a Hut where you
can stay to really get the full
experience so as I mentioned before it's
a perfect destination for those people
who love to hike and who want to get
away from the crowds and see Iceland's
Roar of natural
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beauty
so this is just a little taste of ostuni
a very beautiful Hilltop town and known
for its striking white
buildings so I believe this is another
must if you want to walk around
somewhere really quiet plenty of winding
streets and Alleyways and I have to say
that if you are planning on visiting
Pula then try not to only visit one town
there are a number of towns that are in
close proximity to each other so make
sure that you try to maximize the most
of your
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holiday
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big
gosh now this is a pictures gy in the
heart of Poland or maybe just towards
the North and it takes around 3 hours
using the train from
Warsaw it's a good option for a
weekend especially if you go with a
family
you can visit the city's Oldtown which
is beautifully preserved and it boasts a
striking collection of Gothic and
Baroque
buildings so head to the town square and
you can enjoy a lively atmosphere plenty
of cafes and restaurants to choose from
and I do have a recommendation of a
restaurant you shouldn't go and a cafe
that you should go but wait for that
video which will be coming next this
week but the highlights of big gush
would be to take a relaxing boat trip
along the river to see a different
Viewpoint of the city so make sure you
book a day in advance to get those
perfect time
slots but also the historic granaries of
Mill
Island you'll see these unique 19th
century structures which have been
transformed into cultural venues and a
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museum number four is LIF
andin the sixth smallest country in the
world with a total area of 62 square
miles and a mega population of just
38,000 it's even Europe's fourth
smallest country and unfort fortunately
the second least visited country on the
continent now lonstein has a reputation
for being just the destination for day
trips a country where you would pop into
just for a brief look around or maybe
spend a night but not much more than
that which is a shame because I think
you could spend a little bit more time
and you might find it even better than
what you thought but it's a country
that's meant for hikers and I highly
strongly definitely must do do recommend
that you check out the lonstein tourism
board reason why is that it is a
fantastic resource for hikers going into
the country so make sure you check that
out before visiting because you will get
a lot of information from it but to
everyone else be prepared to spend a
significant amount of money because it
is bloody
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expensive
now we're taking a look at a French
Village situated in the luberon region
you will find the pretty Village of
Rus and as you walk around you'll feel
the tight-knit Maze of Alleyways lined
with plenty of shops and there's
actually ice cream shops which you
should definitely try out but all other
kind of locally produced
Delicacies so this is a great
opportunity for you if you want a much
um if you want a quieter type of holiday
so if you're looking for French hidden
gems this is a great
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one next up is San
Marino nestled in the heart of the
Italian Peninsula San Marino is one of
the oldest and smallest nations
worldwide but it's an ideal destination
to reach from the nearby Amelia Romania
region because it's a fantastic day trip
from the Lively holiday Resort of
riny so if you are thinking about
visiting soon one thing that I will say
is definitely visit out of season spring
and definitely Autumn you will probably
have just a few tourists scattered
around walking through the medeval evil
walls and the very tiny cobblestone
streets walking through all the
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markets number seven the
azoros now many people have been to
different parts of Portugal and the AL
gav's reputation is that it has
beautiful beaches and it's fishing
Village are full of
history but equally the aorus are just
as amazing and much less
populated comprising of nine Islands
even the largest island s Miguel is full
of sleepy towns and peaceful
paradises now a visit here you're much
less likely to find the inflated prices
and crowded
centers that have become the norm in
areas like
alera so just be sure to plan your
flights to this paradise in the Atlantic
well in advance and I'm pretty sure you
will enjoy a peaceful Oasis that is the
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aorus
number eight
ruza ruza is a town of two faces sitting
on the top of the hill is ruza
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superior busy worker day town with
sensible grid pattern streets and all
the trappings of a modern provincial
capital while etched into its Hillside
further down is
now this is a perfect destination for
those of you who want a very heavy Taste
of Italy but far quieter than the
throngs of
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Rome number nine Corsica Island
Corsa is an island that's full of
natural beauty and fascinating
Traditions but it's incredible to think
that even today the island can still
feel like something of a Hidden Gem
think about it when have you ever
mentioned Corsica as a possible
destination to
visit but if you have comment below cuz
I'll be really
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surprised so whether it's a long Sandy
Beach a dramatic mountain pass or a
beautiful Hilltop Village a holiday here
will be packed full of things to do for
example bonao or bonao as what the
Italians would say is a town on the
southern tip of the French island and
it's known for its Lively Marina and its
medieval clifftop Citadel which is
really really
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impressive
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number 10
finiki now this is a lovely Coastal
settlement located just Southwest of the
capital of
kathos it's mostly known for its fish
taverns serving local Delicacies and
delicious food so if you are a foodie
and especially a Greek foodie you will
enjoy this location
so I think this is an excellent choice
to spend your summer vacation especially
if you're going with a
family and there you have it folks those
are the hidden gems for this year let me
know eventually in either Instagram or
on YouTube If you manage to visit one of
these
locations that's it for me as always be
good be kind and be careful
peace
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