The most beautiful cities in Europe in spring. Top beautiful cities in Europe

  • 23.09.2019

Travel broadens your horizons. It is one thing to look at postcards and photographs of beautiful places and want to be there, and quite another thing when you actually get to those places in photographs.

Sometimes they turn out to be more beautiful than the photographs can convey, and sometimes the beauty of the places being photographed is overrated. However, we hasten to assure you that the European places you will see on this list are in fact stunningly beautiful and simply breathtaking.

From the charming and winding streets of Prague to the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps, below are twenty-five European destinations of breathtaking beauty:

25. Fjords, Norway

Fjords formed scandinavian mountainsflowing into the sea. The immensity of the fjords should certainly make them a place on your route through Europe.

24. Northern Lights, Sweden


The Northern Lights tend to appear during the winter. You have to drive out of town on a clear night to see nature's greatest show.

23. Chamonix, France


The site of the first Winter Olympic Games is in the shadow of high peak Alps, Mont Blanc.

22. Amalfi Coast, Italy


The Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most visited regions in Italy.

21. Halstatt, Austria


High in the Austrian Alps, this serene mining village is renowned for its incredible scenic beauty among tourists.

20. National park Plitvice Lakes, Croatia


This area, one of the oldest national parks in southeastern Europe, is famous for its cascading lakes.

19. Monasteries of Meteora, Greece


This is one of the largest complexes of monasteries in Greece, "Meteora" literally translates as "suspended in the air."

18. Lake Annecy, France


It is known as the cleanest lake in Europe, and the area itself is famous for tourism and aquatic species sports.

17. Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland


These stone pillarsformed as a result ancient eruption volcano, were named one of natural wonders UK.

16. Preikestolen, Norway


Also known as the Pulpit, this steep cliff is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions.

15. Matterhorn, Switzerland / Italy


The Matterhorn, known for its distinctive pyramidal shape, rises above the Swiss town of Zermatt and is sometimes referred to as the mountain of all mountains.

14. Cappadocia, Turkey


This region, popular with tourists, is famous for its peculiar rock formations known as "fairy chimneys".

13. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany


Neuschwanstein Castle, the real inspiration for the construction of Disney Castle, is a popular tourist destination in the Bavarian region of Germany.

12. Mont Saint-Michel, France


Mont Saint Michel, an island commune in France, is one of the most recognizable landmarks in France.

11. Thira (Santorini), Greece


Tyra is greek island southeast of the mainland. Thousands of years ago, it was destroyed by one of the most powerful eruptions volcanoes in human history. However, today it is known for its Mediterranean and relaxed atmosphere.

10. Verdon Gorge, France


The Verdona Gorge, often considered one of the most beautiful river canyons in Europe, reaches a depth of almost 700 meters.

9. Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Iceland


An incredibly picturesque waterfall in Iceland. In order to enjoy the striking scenery you can stroll behind it.

8. Tuscany, Italy


The Tuscany region is famous for its landscapes, traditions and history. The most big city the region is Florence.

7. Cliffs of Moher, Ireland


With nearly 1 million tourists every year, these cliffs are among the most visited sites in Ireland.

6. Teide, Spain


Volcanic peak on Canary Islands (Canary Islands) in National park Teide National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the world.

5. Lake Geneva, Switzerland / France


Lake Geneva, one of the largest lakes in Europe, is surrounded by snow-capped peaks, castles and breathtaking vineyards.

4. French Riviera or French Riviera, France


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These are both medieval towns in Spain and villages with chocolate houses in Germany.

These are the most beautiful coastal cities in Italy and colorful villages in scandinavian countries,

or the fabulous settlements of France and the amazing mountain villages of Switzerland.

This city is located in France, in the Brittany region. Josselin is a beautiful fabulous

a town famous not only for its beauty, but also for its famous and impressive castle,

built around 1008.


Many, including the poet William Morris, believe that Bibury is the most beautiful village

in England. Here, the houses of the fourteenth century will take us to another era. Bibury with great

the base can be called a beautiful small town in Europe.

Reine was declared in the 70s as the most beautiful village in Norway. it trade port from

1793 and a permanent cruise destination in the Norwegian fjords. Located on Lofotenskie

islands, this picturesque village surrounded by mountains is a must-see in Norway.

It is located in the Ansbach district of Bavaria in Germany. It is a world famous tourist destination.

sight. The medieval center is well preserved here. Stunning

the beauty of Rothenburg ob der Tauber served as the inspiration for the village in Pinocchio.

Bled is a city located on the shores of Lake Bled of the same name in Slovenia. The city is famous

its popular glacial lake, castles and churches in the surrounding forests. Every year this

the place attracts many tourists.

This is one of five precious stonesthat make up the Cinque Terre region in Italy -

five small fishing towns that have World Heritage status. Choose one

out of five is an impossible task. Vernazze is the town that is best preserved

view of the sea citadel.

it small city, its population is 14,000 inhabitants. He is one of the most

the most beautiful, picturesque and amazing corners of Belgium. Dinan is located on the banks of the Moza

between the rocks, which makes this city unique.

Mykonos, also called Chora, is a beautiful small town on the island of Mykonos in Greece.

Its unusual beauty lies in the fact that it consists of small white and square houses,

with balconies, doors and windows painted in different colors. It is very interesting to wander around

the labyrinths of its streets. This is definitely one of the most beautiful cities Europe.

The delightful architecture and bay make Mont Saint Michel the most visited tourist destination

place in Normandy and one of the first in France. It receives about 3.2 million visitors a year.

Announced it historical monument back in 1862, and since 1979 Mont Saint Michel has been

in the UNESCO World Heritage List, and, of course, is one of the most beautiful small towns

This medieval, small town with just over 1,000 inhabitants is located in

province of Teruel, and is one of the most beautiful villages Spain. The village is

national monument since 1961, and he also owns a gold medal for merit in

fine arts in 1996. Albarracín proposed for listing

World heritage UNESCO.

San Gimignano is a small walled medieval town built on top

hills of Tuscany in Italy. This beautiful city is characterized by towers that

make it a European medieval Manhattan. History Center San Gimignano

declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1990.

This unusual fabulous city belongs to the Haute Rhine department in the Alsace region in

France. The buildings on its streets have the appearance of early Renaissance German Gothic buildings,

which cause delight and delight of all those walking here.

Mortsund in Norway is a beautiful enclave, a fishing village. His extraordinary beauty in

surrounded by nature attracts visitors here. They do not want to leave this beautiful for a long time

and a remote corner of Europe.

Small town Freudenberg is one of the most beautiful and charming in Germany and

Europe. It is located in the Siegen-Wittgenstein district of North Rhine-Westphalia.

In the city center, in the area called Alter Flecken, you can see a lot of black and white

half-timbered houses forming rows. This is the most characteristic and recognizable image

Freudenberg, where tourists like to take pictures.

This french citylocated at the foot of a cliff, on the banks of the Dordogne River. It is inhabited

from prehistoric times and is one of the most beautiful in Europe. Happened here

the disaster in January 1957, when a piece of rock with dimensions of 5000 m3 broke off and fell on people,

destroying ten houses, killing several people and blocking the road for several years. La Roque-Gageac

was then restored with a new look, and this allowed him to win the title of one of the most

beautiful cities of France and Europe.

It is the tallest and most beautiful village in the canton of Bern in Switzerland, at an altitude of 1650

meters above the Lauterbrunnen valley. In this beautiful village, you can see three

the most famous mountains in Switzerland: Eiger, Monk and Jungfrau. Both in winter and in summer there are tourists here

a lot, this place is very popular. And the local population of Murren is only 450 people.

Ronda is located in the mountains northwest of the province of Malaga in Spain. This city of bullfighting

is in a privileged environment - on a huge and spectacular rock, which makes it one

of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

This small fairytale town is located in southern Germany, on the edge of the Black Forest, in

ortenau district, Baden-Württemberg. Due to its amazing beauty, the city was chosen as

as a backdrop for several films, such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

This small town, located on the island of Santorini in Greece, is the place

global tourism. Hundreds of visitors come to Oia to see its famous and beautiful

sunset. Oia is also famous for its white houses in the rock of the volcano and its popular blue

domed churches.

This is a beautiful small rural village located in picturesque valley in Funes,

italian Tyrol. There is a small beautiful church of Santa Magdalena, and one of the most

beautiful landscapes not only in Europe but all over the world.

Hallstatt is a village in the Salzkammergut region of Austria. In 1997, she was announced

a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The beauty here is incredible. This place is often occupied by

Castle Com is a small village of 350 inhabitants located in Wiltshire,

England. This oasis of peace and tranquility was rated second the best village countries in famous

the British newspaper "The Times" and it is definitely one of the most beautiful in Europe.

This beautiful italian city... It is located on the coast of Calabria and is one

from the main cities of Italian resort coast... One of its features is a huge cliff

which overlooks the beach making Tropea such a beautiful and unique city.

Gruyère is historical city and a municipality in the Swiss canton of Friborg. Here

there are beautiful buildings and medieval castle, where nineteen counts lived. it

makes it one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

This beautiful and graceful fishing town belongs to the area known as

Cinque Terre in Italy. Manarola is perhaps the most beautiful and, it seems, also the most old city,

as evidenced by the cornerstone of the 1160 church of San Lorenzo.

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The old continent is full of very pretty small towns. From villages of chocolate houses in Germany, through beautiful and colorful villages in Scandinavian countries, flirty coastal towns in Italy, breathtaking mountain villages in Switzerland, medieval towns in Spain or fabulous villages in France. There are many decent small towns in Europe that could be on this list, but we picked perhaps 25 of the best.

This medieval, rather small town of 1,097 inhabitants is located in the province of Teruel (Spain), and tends to be at the top of all ratings for the most beautiful villages in Spain. The village has been a National Monument since 1961, holds the Gold Medal of Merit in the Visual Arts in 1996, and has been nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

It is one of the five gems that make up the Cinque Terre region (Italy) - five small fishing towns with World Heritage status. Choosing one of the five is an almost impossible task. Vernazza is perhaps the one that has best preserved the look of the sea citadel.

Located at the foot of a cliff on the banks of the Dordogne River, this French city, inhabited since prehistoric times, is one of the most beautiful in Europe. He suffered a disaster in January 1957, when a 5,000 m3 piece of rock broke off and fell on people, destroying ten houses, killing several people and blocking the road for several years. La Roque-Gageac has been restored with a new look, and this has allowed it to conquer the title of the bottom among the most beautiful cities in France.

Located in France, in the Brittany region, Josselin is a beautiful fairytale town famous not only for its beauty, but also for its famous and impressive castle, built around 1008.

It is the highest and most beautiful village in the canton of Bern (Switzerland), at an altitude of 1,650 m above the Lauterbrunnen valley.In this beautiful village, one can observe the views of three of the most famous mountains in Switzerland: the Eiger, Mönk and Jungfrau. Tourism is very popular here both in winter and summer. Murrené has a population of only 450 people.

This small village of 350 inhabitants is located in Wiltshire, England. This oasis of peace and tranquility has been rated as the second best village in the country by the famous British newspaper The Times, and is certainly one of the most beautiful in Europe.

In the mountains northwest of the province of Malaga (Spain), this bullfighting city sits in a privileged environment - on a huge and spectacular cliff, making it one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

This beautiful Italian city is located on the coast of Calabria and is one of the main points of the Italian seaside resort. One of its features is the huge cliff that overlooks the beach, making Tropea such a beautiful and unique city.

For many, including the poet William Morris, Bibury is the most beautiful village in England. Her fourteenth-century homes will take you to another era. The place is absolutely worthy is part of this list.

The small town of Freudenberg is perhaps one of the most beautiful and most charming in Germany and Europe. It is located in the Siegen-Wittgenstein district of North Rhine-Westphalia. In the city center, in an area called Alter Flecken, you can see many black and white half-timbered houses forming rows. This is Freudenberg's most characteristic and photographed image.

This small town of 14,000 inhabitants is one of the most beautiful, picturesque and spectacular corners of Belgium. It is located on the banks of the Moza and is sandwiched between rocks, which makes this city something unique.

This small fairytale town is located in southern Germany, on the edge of the Black Forest, in the Ortenau district of Baden-Württemberg. Due to its extraordinary beauty, the city has been chosen as the backdrop for several films such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Mykonos, or also known as Chora, is a beautiful small town on the island of Mykonos (Greece). Its unusual beauty consists of small white and square houses, with balconies, doors and windows painted in different colors. It is very interesting to wander through its labyrinthine streets. It is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in Europe to be on this list.

Norwegian Mortsund is a beautiful enclave, a haven for fishermen. Its extraordinary beauty, surrounded by nature, attracts visitors who do not want to leave this beautiful and remote corner of Europe.

Gruyeres is a historic city and municipality in the Swiss canton of Friborg. and the medieval castle, where nineteen counts lived, make it one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

10. Oia

This small town island-owned (Greece), is a global tourism destination. Hundreds of visitors come to Oia to watch its famous and beautiful sunset. Oia is also famous for its white volcano cliff houses and its popular blue domed churches.

The magnificent architecture and bay make Mont Saint Michel the most visited tourist place in Normandy and one of the first in France (about 3.2 million visitors a year). Declared a Historical Monument in 1862, Mont Saint-Michel has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 and is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful small towns in Europe.

Bled is a city located on the shores of Lake Bled in Slovenia. It is known for its popular glacial lake, castles and churches in the surrounding forests. The place attracts a large number of tourists every year..

Reine was announced in the 70s as the most beautiful village in Norway. It has been a trading port since 1793 and a permanent cruise destination in norwegian fjords... Located on Lofoten Islands, this picturesque village surrounded by mountains is a must-see in Norway.

San Gimignano is a small walled medieval town built on top of the hills of Tuscany in Italy. This beautiful city is characterized by its towers, which make it the European medieval Manhattan. The historic center of San Gimignano was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990.

It is a beautiful small rural village located in a picturesque valley in Funes, Tyrol, Italy. It has a small beautiful church of Santa Magdalena, and one of the most beautiful landscapes not only in Europe but in the whole world.

Belongs to the Ansbach region in Bavaria, Germany. It is a world famous tourist attraction due to its well-preserved medieval center. In addition to its beauty, served as an inspiration for the creation of the village in "Pinocchio".

This beautiful fairytale city belongs to the Haute-Rhine department in the Alsace region, France. Walking through its streets, you can admire the views of the early Renaissance buildings of German Gothic buildings that will delight.

This beautiful and colorful fishing town is the second on this list and belongs to the area known as the Cinque Terre in Italy. Manarola is perhaps the most beautiful of the five, and seems to be also the oldest, as evidenced by the cornerstone of the 1160 church of San Lorenzo.

Is a village in the Salzkammergut region of Austria. In 1997 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The beauty here is so great that it often ranks high on the list of the most beautiful villages in Europe.

And at the end of the video: beautiful places Europe.

Name the most beautiful cities Europe? It couldn't be easier! old light is rich in places unique in its historical value, incredibly picturesque natural landscapes and fantastic landscapes of modern megalopolises. The championship, of course, belongs to the brilliant european capitals... But besides them, we can safely highlight a dozen more amazing in their beauty cities and towns.

Top 10 most beautiful cities in Europe

Dubrovnik (Croatia)

Dubrovnik is often called the pearl of the Adriatic. Its magnificent examples of Renaissance architecture are not inferior even to Venetian palaces and castles. Parks, museums, galleries, fountains, ancient churches - the list of interesting places for tourists is impressive. The old part of the city is surrounded by well-preserved ancient fortress walls with a total length of about two kilometers. The height of individual fragments reaches 25 meters.

Modern Dubrovnik is no less attractive. There are no dull sleeping quarters or dizzying skyscrapers here. All houses are mostly low-rise, residential areas and even business centers look unusually cute, cozy and hospitable. A special atmosphere is created by the abundance of bright tropical vegetation. The cleanliness of the streets is always at the highest level, regardless of the season or the influx of tourists. Lots of luxury restaurants, nightclubs, hotel complexes work especially for the numerous guests of the resort. A separate topic is local pebble beaches. They are recognized as the cleanest and most comfortable on the Adriatic coast.





The mysterious land of geysers, dormant volcanoes and the most benevolent people in the world impresses with its unique, unearthly natural landscapes. We should also mention the second largest city in Iceland - Akureyri. It is located on the shores of the northernmost fjord of Eyya, among mountains, and rivers, near a huge lake and only 40 kilometers from the Arctic Circle. As the chronicles say, a Celtic settlement was located here already in the 1st century AD.

Today it modern city with a well-developed infrastructure. The historical, architectural and cultural attractions of Akureyri are concentrated on the rather long Street of Arts: museums, exhibitions, theaters, old buildings. The largest cult building of the city - Hallgrimskirkja church with amazing giant stained glass windows. On the highest hill is the most beautiful botanical Garden... It contains more than 4000 species of northern plants. Among them there are even the rarest blue poppies. The naturalness of the surrounding landscape is not disturbed even by the towers of power lines. All communications are laid only underground.







This city located in the west of the country is the heart of a proud and freedom-loving Ireland. It is in Galway that you can often hear the real Celtic dialect. central part closed for all types of vehicles. All year round a lively festive atmosphere reigns here: festivals, fairs, street musicians and artists perform. The winding city streets are lined with well-preserved examples of classic Irish Gothic: cathedrals, churches, castles (the largest of which is Lynch's Castle), mansions, as well as a large number of famous Irish pubs. The facades of the educational buildings of the University of Ireland are picturesquely entwined with lush greenery. With an unusual pyramidal spire, St Nicholas Church is the largest and one of the oldest in Ireland. It is known that Christopher Columbus himself once visited it. Great pleasure guests of the city will surely enjoy a walk along the picturesque banks of the Corriba River with mini-waterfalls and numerous canals.







Graz (Austria)

Graz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a few hours' drive from the Austrian capital. Its historic center impresses with its original medieval architecture with filigree details. The famous Arsenal houses the largest collection of ancient weapons. The new buildings in Graz are no less interesting. For example, Kuntshaus Museum contemporary art... From a distance, he can be mistaken for a giant alien creature. The space theme is also traced in the construction of the Murinsel Island Bridge with its many labyrinths of openwork steel nets and ropes. There is a separate area with a cafe and an amphitheater especially for visitors.







An amazing view of Graz opens up from the Schlossber peak in the vicinity. The largest cave system in Austria, Lurgrotte, is located a few kilometers north of the city. In these fabulous dungeons, stalactites and stalagmites of the most incredible and bizarre forms appear in front of tourists at every step.


Lagos (Portugal)

The cozy resort town of Lagos is famous among the rocks. There are many of them here - large and small, with the finest white sand. The cool waters of the lagoons are as clear as rock crystal. Many are connected by narrow tunnels.



In addition to a comfortable stay, the city invites guests to get acquainted with its sights. And there are a lot of them. After all, the city is more than two thousand years old and there are historical monuments of different eras on its territory: Roman, Ancient Carthage, Moorish period. The harbors of Lagos (Lagos) at one time became the starting point in the travels of famous sailors. Cozy streets are paved with multi-colored paving slabs. From time to time, impromptu souvenir fairs are held in front of museums and churches.






Toulouse (France)

Toulouse is the fourth most populous city in France. It is sometimes called pink. The fact is that some of the old buildings here are built of bricks of this delicate shade. It is especially pronounced in the rays of the setting sun. Old quarters, castles, town halls still remind of the gallant era of the Languedoc troubadours. The Garrona River divides the city into two parts. On the left bank is the historic center, and on the right there are sleeping, commercial areas, entertainment centers... Fans of painting should definitely visit the Museum of the Augustines, which contains the rarest paintings of medieval artists. The oldest photo gallery in Europe functions in the Lagana Water Castle. Every Sunday, an impromptu fair takes place on the square in front of the ancient Romanesque Basilica of Saint-Semyon, where you can buy rare souvenirs and original antiques.





Among the modern buildings, the impressive amusement park Cité Espace and the "Space Town" with amazingly realistic models of rockets and other thematic exhibitions and pavilions. By the way, it is in Toulouse that the National Space Center, aircraft factories, and pilot training centers operate.


Florence (Italy)

In Italy, it is most difficult to decide on the most beautiful city. Each of them is incredible: Rome, Venice, Verona, Pisa, Milan, Naples. But exactly Florence allows you to fully feel the charm, harmony and bright individuality of this amazing country. The history of the city has more than one millennium, because it was founded by Julius Caesar. The most brilliant creations of the Renaissance were created here. Local museums keep masterpieces by Michelangelo, da Vinci, Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio. The legendary creator of The Divine Comedy, Dante Alighieri, often walked along the cobbled streets of the town. The majestic waters of the Arno River divide Florence in two. On the south bank is the ancient Pitti Palace, surrounded by the incredibly picturesque Boboli Gardens. Its magical scent is felt from afar. The Ponte Vecchio bridge with a secret underground corridor connects the palace with Piazza Michelangelo. An amazing panorama of the whole city and its surroundings opens from here. The heart of the city is the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, made of pinkish marble with a terracotta roof. central square Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio, Neptune fountain, Uffizi gallery, statues of ancient gods - a real paradise for lovers of antiquities.








The official residence of Santa Claus is located in a small town near the Arctic Circle. In winter, the polar night sets in here - the sun appears only occasionally, for several hours, but it is at this time that the busiest time in the life of the inhabitants of Rovaniemi begins. On the eve of New Year and Christmas meetings, thousands of tourists strive to visit this amazing, to stay with Santa in a house, to admire the beauty Northern Lightsriding a reindeer sleigh. Ski tracks with slopes of varying difficulty open from November. The Snowland complex offers guests a unique opportunity to spend the night in an ice room, taste delicious dishes in an ice restaurant, and visit the dance floor of the Arctic Disco.





In summer, Rovaniemi is no less interesting. In the vicinity there is the most picturesque waterfall Auttinkengyas, the Lapland Forest Museum, the Ranua Zoological Park, a farm for breeding everyone's favorite blue-eyed husky, the only amethyst mine in Europe, Luosto.



This seaport is rightly considered one of the most beautiful black Sea coast... According to legend, it was founded in 500 BC by the king of Colchis. In different periods it was ruled by the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Today Constanta is modern european city, with developed tourist infrastructure... Mild climate, cheap hotelsvaluable mineral springs, the picturesque surroundings long ago made it popular place recreation. Zest local restaurants - rich original music program. Artists perform original folk melodies "live". Connoisseurs of historical sights will be happy to visit the Great Mosque of Constanta, the National Museum of History and Archeology, the Astronomical Observatory, the Genovezh lighthouse, the monument to Ovid. Old buildings alternate here with more modern buildings. Streets and boulevards are decorated with numerous fountains and green spaces.








Switzerland is famous not only for banks, watches and chocolate. Its natural beauty is equally impressive. A striking example of this is the most beautiful, according to the most Swiss, city of the country - Lucerne. It is located in a picturesque area, on the shores of the lake of the same name, surrounded by mountain slopes. You can fully appreciate the breathtaking landscapes during excursions on small steamers or trips along cable car... A familiar sight in Lucerne: swans, pigeons, seagulls freely walking along the embankment. They are not at all afraid of people. The old covered bridge of the Chapelbrücke connects the old town and the modern districts, and along its entire length, it is decorated with original triangular paintings depicting various events from the city's history. Dozens of historical sights can be seen in city squares. These are mainly religious buildings in the Baroque style - the Jesuit Church, the Hofkirche twin towers, the Franciscanerkirche church, the St. Charles church. Among the examples of modern architecture, it is worth noting the Center for Culture and Congress in an extraordinary futuristic setting.







The old continent is full of very pretty small towns. From villages of chocolate houses in Germany, through beautiful and colorful villages in Scandinavian countries, flirty coastal towns in Italy, breathtaking mountain villages in Switzerland, medieval towns in Spain or fabulous villages in France.

This medieval, rather small town of 1,097 inhabitants is located in the province of Teruel (Spain) and tends to be at the top of all ratings for the most beautiful villages in Spain. The village has been a National Monument since 1961, holds the Gold Medal of Merit in the Visual Arts in 1996, and has been nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

It is one of the five gems that make up the Cinque Terre region (Italy), five small fishing towns with World Heritage status. Choosing one of the five is an almost impossible task. Vernazza is perhaps the one that has best preserved the look of the sea citadel.

Perched at the foot of a cliff on the banks of the Dordogne River, this French city, inhabited since prehistoric times, is one of the most beautiful in Europe. He suffered a disaster in January 1957, when a 5,000 m3 piece of rock broke off and fell on people, destroying ten houses, killing several people and blocking the road for several years. La Roque-Gageac has been restored with a new look and this has allowed it to conquer the title of the bottom among the most beautiful cities in France.

Located in France, in the Brittany region, Josselin is a beautiful fairytale town known not only for its beauty, but also for its famous and impressive castle, built around 1008.

It is the highest and most beautiful village in the canton of Bern (Switzerland), at an altitude of 1,650 m above the Lauterbrunnen valley. In this beautiful village one can observe the view of three of the most famous mountains in Switzerland: Eiger, Mönk and Jungfrau. Tourism is very popular here both in winter and summer. Murrené has a population of only 450 people.

This small village of 350 inhabitants is located in Wiltshire, England. This oasis of peace and tranquility has been rated as the second best village in the country by the famous British newspaper The Times, and is certainly one of the most beautiful in Europe.

In the mountains northwest of the province of Malaga (Spain), this bullfighting city sits in a privileged environment - on a huge and breathtaking cliff, making it one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

This beautiful Italian town is located on the coast of Calabria and is one of the main points of the Italian seaside resort. One of its features is the huge cliff that overlooks the beach, making Tropea such a beautiful and unique city.

For many, including the poet William Morris, Bibury is the most beautiful village in England. Her fourteenth-century homes will take you to another era. The place is absolutely worthy to be part of this list.

The small town of Freudenberg is perhaps one of the most beautiful and most charming in Germany and Europe. It is located in the Siegen-Wittgenstein district of North Rhine-Westphalia. In the city center, in an area called Alter Flecken, you can see many black and white half-timbered houses forming rows. This is Freudenberg's most characteristic and photographed image.

This small town of 14,000 inhabitants is one of the most beautiful, picturesque and spectacular corners of Belgium. It is located on the banks of the Moza and is sandwiched between rocks, which makes this city something unique.

This small fairytale town is located in southern Germany, on the edge of the Black Forest, in the Ortenau district of Baden-Württemberg. Due to its extraordinary beauty, the city has been selected as the backdrop for several films such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Mykonos, or also known as Chora, is a beautiful small town on the island of Mykonos (Greece). Its unusual beauty consists of small white and square houses, with balconies, doors and windows painted in different colors. It is very interesting to wander through its labyrinthine streets. It is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in Europe to be on this list.

Norwegian Mortsund is a beautiful enclave, a haven for fishermen. Its extraordinary beauty, surrounded by nature, attracts visitors who do not want to leave this beautiful and remote corner of Europe.

Gruyeres is a historic city and municipality in the Swiss canton of Friborg. Beautiful buildings and the medieval castle, where nineteen counts lived, make it one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

10. Oia

This small town belonging to the island of Santorini (Greece) is a destination for global tourism. Hundreds of visitors come to Oia to watch its famous and beautiful sunset. Oia is also famous for its white volcano cliff houses and its popular blue domed churches.

The magnificent architecture and the bay make Mont-Saint-Michel the most visited tourist destination in Normandy and one of the first in France (about 3.2 million visitors a year). Declared a Historic Monument in 1862, Mont Saint-Michel has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 and is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful small towns in Europe.

Bled is a city located on the shores of Lake Bled in Slovenia. It is known for its popular glacial lake, castles and churches in the surrounding forests. The place attracts a large number of tourists every year.

Reine was announced in the 70s as the most beautiful village in Norway. It has been a trading port since 1793 and a regular cruise destination in the Norwegian fjords. Located in the Lofoten Islands, this picturesque village surrounded by mountains is a must-see in Norway.

San Gimignano is a small walled medieval town built on top of the hills of Tuscany in Italy. This beautiful city is characterized by its towers, which make it the European medieval Manhattan. The historic center of San Gimignano was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990.

It is a beautiful small rural village located in a picturesque valley in Funes, Tyrol, Italy. It has a small beautiful church of Santa Magdalena, and one of the most beautiful landscapes not only in Europe but in the whole world.

Belongs to the Ansbach region in Bavaria, Germany. It is a world famous tourist attraction thanks to its well-preserved medieval center. In addition to its beauty, Rothenburg ob der Tauber served as the inspiration for the village in Pinocchio.

This beautiful fairytale city belongs to the Haute-Rhine department in the Alsace region, France. Walking through its streets, you can admire the views of the early Renaissance buildings of German Gothic buildings that will delight.

This beautiful and colorful fishing town is the second on this list and belongs to the area known as the Cinque Terre in Italy. Manarola is perhaps the most beautiful of the five, and seems to be also the oldest, as evidenced by the cornerstone of the 1160 church of San Lorenzo.

Hallstatt is a village in the Salzkammergut region of Austria. In 1997 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The beauty here is so great that it often ranks high on the list of the most beautiful villages in Europe.