There is no doubt that Europe is unique! Small villages in Europe are often overlooked by tourists. Whenever it refers to European holidays, huge culture-driven towns like Switzerland and Paris receive all of the focus. However, although some international visitors discover hundreds of wonderful places in Europe with inhabitants lesser than the queue for the Eiffel Tower. And, due to their small dimensions, they have the same wonderful infrastructure and magnificent natural environs as their larger counterparts; it benefits to explore the countryside in between.
Therefore, after you’ve seen Europe’s major cities and are searching for a calm and remote village to explore, we’ve prepared a few suggestions for you.
Guimares, Portugal
The northern village of Guimares is known as Portugal’s “cradle city,” and it was the birthplace of the region’s first monarch, Afonso Henriques, in the late 1100s. Fall into the feeling of antiquity in the UNESCO-listed centre of the city, which is studded with superb specimens of 600-year-old Portuguese architecture. Though Guimares is bigger than the other villages on this list, its quaint shopping areas and relatives stores have the same fairytale atmosphere as any of Portugal’s smallest villages.
Český Krumlov, Czech Republic
Do you adore the appearance of Prague but despise the mass? Enter Český Krumlov, a breathtakingly beautiful town in South Bohemia. There are red-roofed cottages, fountain plazas, and a Gothic castle commanding the Vltava River. Consider it a limited Prague that you can stroll around in about 30 minutes.
Positano, Italy
When it comes to picture-perfect little villages in Europe, it doesn’t get much better than Positano, Italy. But keep in mind that it is more than just this one community. The entire Amalfi Coast is great to visit! I recall my first road trip along those breathtaking hills as if it was yesterday.
Colmar, France
Colmar, based in Alsace, is a unique fusion of French and German beauty, art, and energy. It’s just as vibrant in person as it appears in the images, and this is one of France’s great lost treasures. To get the whole enjoyment, try visiting even during the holiday season. There seems to be no better opportunity of the year to experience Colmar’s quaintness than during Christmas!
Dubrovnik, Croatia
The calm waves of the Adriatic Sea lap against the coastline of this historic, fortified, and mediaeval city. You can stroll all-around the Dubrovnik walls, which wrap over the whole city, from here. You may walk about the Old Town, which is packed with tiny streets, modest boutiques, and dining options. Take a cable car trip for a bird’s eye perspective of the town. The iconic Fort Lovrijenac, where Game of Thrones was filmed, adds a touch of fame to this little town. If that isn’t enough motivation to go, we don’t know what is!
Spain, Ronda
The infinite supply of pueblos Blancos called for the consistent hue of the dwellings is one of the pleasures of touring across Andalusia. While several show the Moorish grandeur and labyrinthine alleyways that distinguish the area. Ronda stands out for one reason: its position. The vistas of the region below are spectacular from this height of the mountains on the verge of a 400-foot slope, and the three bridges that cross the canyon are mind-boggling works of engineering.
Germany, St. Bartholomä
Another stunning pilgrimage church may be found at Schönau am Königsee, a little village on the banks of Lake Königsee. St. Bartholomä is situated on a narrow peninsula, with the magnificent Austrian Alps as a stunning backdrop.
Slovenia, Bled
There’s a lot to see and do in Bled, but the main draw is indisputably Lake Bled – among the world’s finest lakes and a popular destination for travellers visiting Slovenia. There are numerous gorgeous little villages and national parks to visit around Bled, giving this the ideal summer getaway.
Brasov, Romania
Often neglected by European tourists, I feel Romania is one of the most magical nations I have seen, with Brasov serving as the culminating pearl. This quaint and attractive tiny town serves as the entryway to Transylvania’s castle region and spectacular scenery, so plan on spending at least four nights here to take in everything the town and surrounding area have to offer.
Ísafjörður, Iceland
Located on Iceland’s breathtaking Westfjords coastline, the little village of Ísafjörður is virtually swallowed up by the towering mountains that encircle it. With cold freezing temperatures as 20 degrees Fahrenheit and summer weather seldom rising beyond the mid-50s, Safjörur is the complete antithesis of your typical Italian or Greek resort towns—and that is part of its allure, particularly if you want your holidays to be more tough and swanky.
