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MY FAVOURITE PLACES IN EUROPE

06/06/2019 Comments : 20

A long overdue post I think. I’ve wanted to do a summary of my favourite places in Europe for so long! I seem to have a thing for smaller, culturally rich kind of places. I cannot promise you wont be swarmed by tourists, but I can promise you will enjoy your self in these little destinations.

So whether it’s for a day trip or weekend, lets talk about the places that you should be including on your bucket list (for Europe anyway!)

Bruges.

Just 1 hour and 10 minutes away from Brussels Central Station, Bruges is a far cry from the crazy tourist hub that is Brussels! Decorated with lots of chocolate shops and handmade goods, Bruges is a really great destination to visit for a weekend or even a day trip.

You can hop on one of the many boat rides or explore the handmade lace shops. Bruges is one of the few places that actually felt like I was in a Disney movie! It was truly a fairy tale town. You can read about my weekend there here.

Desenzano

Located just 20 minutes from Verona, this small town surrounding Lake Garda is such a dream! Desenzano is the perfect place to just relax for the day. A lot of tourists mistakenly head over to Sirmione instead (but that’s good for you!). You can spend your Sunday exploring the castles, walking along the harbour, eating outside in a miniature Venice or take in the view of the Alps. (Click here to read about my adventures in Desenzano) 

Hallstatt

With a 2 hour scenic train journey from Salzburg, Hallstatt is definitely worth the journey time and visit. Discovered back in in the 19th Century for it’s salt mines, Hallstatt has been popped on radar for tourists to visit ever since. After arriving at the train station, you will need to grab a boat over to the island. Take a view of the lake or eat in a restaurant in Old Town. Whatever takes your fancy, Hallstatt is a must see for a day trip at least. Admittedly Hallstatt is my favourite place in all of Europe so far but you can be the judge on whether it’s right for you!
You can have a look at a few photos of my experience * here * 

Volendam and Edam

Technically two places but both neighbouring villages that you must see! Volendam, famous for fishing and locals still wearing traditional outfits and Edam, for…well.. you guessed it…Cheese! Both make great days out away from the crowds, Edam even more so. I didn’t see any tourists at all when I visited. There is a lot of local businesses in both towns and even a few cheese demonstrations. These places are great to have a walk around through the narrow streets and cute houses. (Read about my time here) 

Sintra

A town that I will talk about very soon in a blog! A town which took my breath away. Located on the coast of Portugal, just 45 minutes drive from Lisbon, Sintra is a destination that you might be familiar with if you’re on Instagram. Pena Palace is a multi coloured castle which is decorating everyone’s Instagram’s, but there is so much more to the town. Ill keep it brief for now but if you are not sure if you want beach, forest, mountains, local places to eat? Sintra has it all.

Have you been to any of these towns? What was your favourite?

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Comments

  1. jerserry says

    06/06/2019 at 15:49

    all Europe city is just so fairytale! for me, I’m very loved Hallstatt.

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      07/06/2019 at 08:22

      Have you been Jess? It’s so lovely!

      Reply
  2. Melis Living says

    07/06/2019 at 08:42

    Oh wow I love this! Not been to any of these towns except Sintra, which blew me away. Thanks for adding a load of amazing new places to my never-ending bucket list. This was such a good read! Melis x

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      12/06/2019 at 12:59

      Thanks so much!
      Does the bucket list ever end? because mine doesn’t that’s for sure!

      Reply
  3. Elena Isabelle says

    09/06/2019 at 08:56

    I always wanted to go to Bruges and Hallstatt looks incredible too. Gothenburg is one of my favourite places in Europe as well as the surrounding swedish country side. I also love Italy and can’t wait to explore sardinia this summer.
    ❤︎

    http://www.elenaisabelle.com

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      12/06/2019 at 13:00

      I’ve not been to Gothenburg, I didn’t think to put it on my ever growing list but I might check it out now.

      Thanks!
      Enjoy Sadinia, I was gunna head there originally in September but Disney stole my money haha

      Reply
  4. ellieslondon says

    09/06/2019 at 09:24

    All of these places are so great – I love the look of Hallstatt most of all ♥

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      12/06/2019 at 13:00

      You should definitely see it for real Ellie! x10 more beautiful in person

      Reply
  5. GlutenFreeHorizons says

    01/07/2019 at 19:24

    Outraged that I’ve only been to Bruges from this list! Definitely given me some new ideas of places to explore around Europe.

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      08/07/2019 at 10:16

      Hope you make it to a few Francesca! 😀

      Reply
  6. Ronald Daniel Sampson says

    04/07/2019 at 04:39

    Just wow! These places sound so fun. And the pictures are lovely. Great read! (:

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      08/07/2019 at 10:16

      Thanks so much Ronald!

      Reply
  7. Child Actor LA says

    28/07/2019 at 12:17

    A trip to Europe is always exciting. Travelers experience a new culture and explore the ancient civilization that enriches them with knowledge.

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      01/08/2019 at 09:49

      Exactly! I completely agree. Where is your favourite?

      Reply
  8. Meaghan says

    29/08/2019 at 18:21

    Halstatt looks absolutely incredible, can’t believe I’ve never heard of it! Great post.

    MB
    meaghan-bethany.blogspot.co.uk

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      30/08/2019 at 08:24

      Thanks so much Meaghan!
      I hope you make it there one day

      Reply
  9. Seeking Wonderful says

    22/10/2019 at 10:22

    What a lovely list! I haven’t visited any of these places, but just looking at these photos I know I would like it there a lot. They are so charming.

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      28/10/2019 at 10:38

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Nicka says

    22/05/2020 at 07:16

    Wow! These are all beautiful places, I wish to travel to them someday maybe start by next year.

    Reply
    • kirstindalton says

      26/05/2020 at 09:24

      Yeah, this year has definitely been difficult! I hope you make it to a few of them when this is all over!

      Reply

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