Explore Europe’s most unusual, hidden, and fascinating places. From fairy-tale villages and dramatic coastlines to mysterious ancient sites, surreal landscapes, abandoned towns, and quirky architectural wonders — discover the strange, beautiful, and lesser-known destinations that make Europe unforgettable. Whether you’re planning a weekend trip or exploring the continent’s remote corners, this guide highlights Europe’s most unique, unusual, and breathtaking spots.
Translated as Bubble Palace, Palais Bulles is located near Cannes, France. It is the home of veteran fashion designer Pierre Cardin. Some may think that the palace is named for Champagne receptions thrown there, by its famous owner. However, the name was inspired by the unusual, curved domes of the cliffside mansion, which is overlooking…
The Mediterranean French Riviera is famous for its glamorous resorts. It is a hotspot destination for holidays. However, just an hour drive north, gets you to the Verdon Gorge, which is the deepest canyon in Europe. Reaching depths of 2,296 feet, the canyon stretches for 31 miles. Amazingly, the gorge was only discovered in 1905,…
Until spring 2011, Júzcar had been like many other village that are scattered around southern Spain. This kind of villages, with postcard worthy charming houses are scattered around Andalusia region. That changed when Sony Espana hit upon the idea of painting every building blue; including the church. It was done to celebrate the launch of…
West of the city of Makhachkala in the Russian region of Dagestan is one of the most spectacular – and deepest – canyons in the world. Nicknamed the Grand Canyon of the North Caucasus, Sulak Canyon is, in fact, 60 meters deeper than its more famous Arizona, USA equivalent. However, there is far more than…
Lichtenstein Castle, not to be mixed up with the tiny European country Liechtenstein, is one of Germany’s best-kept secrets. Lichtenstein Castle is located in the country’s southwest state of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is around a one-hour drive south from the city of Stuttgart. Tourists may flock to better-known German castles, including the Neuschwanstein, which admittedly…
In 1AD, the Turkish city of Seleucia Pieria had a problem: its all-important port required regular dredging, because the river water that flowed into from the Amanus Mountains carried a large amount of sediment. During each thaw, the river would rise causing frequent floods in the city. To counter this issue, Roman Emperor Vespasian ordered…
Stuðlagil Canyon in east Iceland is a place that, despite its incredible beauty, remains under-the-radar for the majority of tourists. One reason for this is its accessibility, or lack of. It’s located 44 miles from the nearest town Egilsstaðir. It is further from the country’s capital city, Reykjavik, at 140 miles. Until 2006, this awe-inspiring…
Head north of Belz in France‘s Brittany region, and you’ll find the small islet of Saint-Cado. It is connected to the mainland from the Etel River, by a small stone bridge. There, you’ll find a charming village of the same name. It is dotted throughout with pretty whitewashed fisherman’s houses, as well as a historic…