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.
Just a stone’s throw away from Oslo, capital of Norway, visitors are charmed by the contemporary and refurbished industrial art at the Kistefos Sculpture Park. Designers BIG (Bjarke Ingles Group) have added a little twist to the park, that doubles up as functional infrastructure and a visual feast for the aesthetic eye. The Twist Art…
For an open mind traveler, who appreciates all things natural and wonderful, a trip across the Balkans to Montenegro may be worth while, to experience an exquisite sight of a lifetime. Located in the village of Dinoša, the locals have no mystical folk tails or superstitions surrounding the amazing phenomenon, that is the Montenegro Water…
Looking for a peaceful escapade, during your soul-searching travels through Northern Italy? Then you might enjoy venturing towards the picturesque landscapes of Spiazzi, where you’ll find the breathtaking Santuario Madonna della Corona (Sanctuary of the Lady of the Crown) precariously perched among the vertical cliffs of Mount Baldo. Due to it’s secluded location, sheltered by…
This sculpture garden was created by Charles Jencks, a renowned landscape architect and theorist, and Maggie Keswick, his late wife. They chose their home, Portrack House, to be the location for their dream. Located near Dumfries, South-west Scotland, the sculpture garden covers 30 acres and has an unusual design, which was inspired by contemporary cosmology,…
Located in Southern Norway, Kjeragbolten is a hikers dream come true. This place is hard to miss. A massive boulder, lodged in a mountain fissure is probably the most photographed rock in Norway. The place is popular for BASE jumping and of course, for photos. The nearest town to this destination is Lysebotn, which is…
When choosing a vacation destination, it is important not to be limited. For travellers, who want to explore as much as possible in a short amount of time, Adjara, Georgia is a perfect place. Located in southwest Georgia, Adjara is stretched on the Black Sea coast, while sitting on the lush Lesser Caucasus Mountains. It…
The country of Georgia is well known for its beautiful nature and it is a top tourist destination. Besides ancient and modern cities, Georgia is known for its mountainous regions. Khevsureti is a remote mountainous region, that is located in Northern Georgia, between Kazbegi and Tusheti. This historical area is famous for its unique abandoned…
Bozouls village is located in Aveyron region, southern France. The village has been existing for almost a ten centuries and it is located on the edge of a horseshoe-shaped canyon cliff. Bozouls is a land dotted, with gorges. It is located on a limestone plateau and the Dordeau River flows straight through it. Over the…
