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Mar 17, 2022 · When it comes to European vacations, big culture-driven cities like Rome and Paris tend to get all the attention. But between all the landmarks and selfie-taking tourists, you’ll find hundreds...
- Caitlin Morton
Dec 4, 2019 · And though small, these towns and villages — with fewer than 15,000 residents — aren't short on attractions, stunning landscapes, or delicious restaurants and cafes. At these best-of-the-best European small towns, ranked from most to least populated, fall in love with storybook settings sans the crowds.
- Lissa Poirot
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- Arles France
- Basel Switzerland
- Bergamo Italy
- Bilbao Spain
- Bologna Italy
- Bremen Germany
- Bruges Belgium
- Colmar France
- Cadaques Spain
- Cesky Krumlov Czech Republic
I was very impressed with the small city of Arles in Provenceon my last visit. I used it as a base to explore the western part of Provence. Not only was it a great base, but it was a fascinating town. Arles is filled to the brim with Roman treasures, fantastic art, and colorful pastel facades. Arles is also a stepping stone to the Camargue. Throw i...
Cosmopolitan Basel is a pretty city on the Rhine River. Basel is located at the juncture of the Swiss, German, and French border. So it has a multi-cultural appeal. Basel has a pretty cobbled medieval old town and bold architecture. Art and architecture fans love Basel. Basel hosts one of the most well known art fairs in Europe, Art Basel,annually ...
Bergamo is a beautiful small city in Italy’s Lombardy region, located between Milan and Lake Como. Bergamo outshines Italy’s capital in beauty and graceful architecture. The town makes a great base for touring northern Italy. Bergamo is a fascinating historical city with an upper and lower town. Naturally, the upper city, or Citta Alta, is the olde...
Bilbao is a small city beautifully situated amid rolling green hills and mountain ranges. The city is an urban landscape in a country setting in Basque Spain. Glimmering on the Nervion River, Bilbao is chock full of historic landmarks, modern starchitecture, Michelin restaurants, and world class museums. Underrated Bilbao is a bit of a hidden gem i...
Nicknamed La Grassa, or the Big Fat, for its delicious food, Bologna just oozes medieval charm. Bologna is a bit of a hidden gem in Italy. But it shouldn’t be. It’s one of the best small cities in Europe. Bologna is a historic city filled with striking architecture, beautiful piazzas, a swathe of palaces and towers, and gourmet restaurants. Bologna...
Bremen in one of the prettiest towns in Germany. It’s aptly the setting for a Grimm fairytale. Bremen it has something for everyone — a beautifully preserved Old Town, museums, parks, and hipster cafes. Bremen has three UNESCO listed sites — the Rathaus, the Markplatz, and the Roland Statue. The center of charming Bremen is the Markplatz, the town’...
The medieval city of Bruges is an immensely popular small city in Europe. There’s a reason. It’s a feast for the eyes, full of half timbered homes, dreamy canals, and medieval buildings. Like so many of Europe’s small town wonders, the best thing to do in Bruges is stroll through the Old Town. Check out the market square and the bell tower. Bruges ...
Colorful Colmar lies in the Alsace region of eastern France. While not as well known as the capital of Strasbourgh, I personally prefer it. Colmar is one of Europe’s most enchanting small cities. It’s a striking and well preserved combination of German and French influences. The fairytale city is tailor made for wonder-struck tourists looking for a...
Cadaques is a dashing sugar cube city on the Costa Brava in Spain. It makes a great base for exploring this area of northern Spain. Cadaques has a reputation as one of the most painted villages in the world. The once isolated sleepy fishing village attracted artists and writers such as Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro, Salvator Dali, and Marcel Duchamp. Th...
Surrounded by mountains, Český Krumlov is truly a dream come true. This fairytale small city in Europe is prefect for architecture lovers. Nearly every street inside the medieval city walls is postcard perfect. The best way to admire Cesky Krumlov is to simply stroll around. It’s a town made for wandering and head swiveling. There’s also a free wal...
Apr 11, 2024 · Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. Stunning waterfalls, cable car rides in the majestic mountains, and photogenic Swiss chalets are among the reasons to visit Lauterbrunnen. Turn any corner here, and you ...
Dec 23, 2022 · When it comes to European holidays, big culture-driven cities like Rome and Paris tend to get all the attention. But between all the landmarks and selfie-taking tourists, you’ll find some of the prettiest places in Europe with populations smaller than the line for the Eiffel Tower.
- Caitlin Morton
Aug 7, 2023 · The Hohensalzburg Fortress is one of Europe's largest medieval castles, full of impressive rooms, museums, and panoramic terraces with lovely views. At times, musicians put on concerts honoring ...
Mar 9, 2024 · Zell am See, Austria. Set between turquoise Lake Zell and the mighty Schmittenhöhe mountain, Zell am See is one of Europe's most beautiful small towns. The alpine village, just a 1.5-hour drive ...
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