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Lonely PlanetSep 2, 2026

15 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Europe

Europe is as gorgeous as it is varied. Here are the most beautiful spots around Europe to add to your itinerary.

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  • FicograndeSightblack-sand volcanic beach
  • MagmatrekPlacereputable guide for climbing volcano's smoking crater
  • Elsewhere
  • The AzoresSightPonta Delgada, Portugalnine volcanic islands, stepping stones to another world
  • Swiss National ParkSightZernez, Switzerlandoffers glimpse of Alps as they were before tourism
  • Lakes of MacunSightZernez, Switzerlandreached via 21km day hike from Zernez
  • Chamanna CluozzaHotelZernez, Switzerlandremote log cabin at 1882m, requires 3.5-hour hike
  • Ring of KerryTrailCounty Kerry, Ireland179km loop drive on Iveragh Peninsula
  • Skellig RingTrailCounty Kerry, Irelanddramatic drive with views of Skellig Michael
  • Skellig MichaelSightCounty Kerry, Irelandtwin-pinnacled islet with early Christian monk settlement
  • Ballinskelligs PriorySightCounty Kerry, Irelandromantic medieval ruins
  • Kells BayGardenCounty Kerry, Irelandconverted Victorian hunting lodge in botanical gardens
  • Caldeira VelhaSightSão Miguel, Portugaldazzlingly turquoise thermal waters on São Miguel
  • Mt PicoSightPico Island, Portugal2351m cone offers sensational views across archipelago
  • Hohe Tauern National ParkSightBruck, Austrianature reserve with Austria's highest peak, Grossglockner
  • Krimmler WasserfälleSightHeiligenblut, Austriacountry's highest falls at 380m
  • Grossglockner High Alpine RoadTrailBruck, Austria48km road with 36 hairpin bends, unreal views
  • Black ForestNeighborhoodBaden-Baden, Germanyarea of Germany with deep forests and valleys
  • SchwarzwaldhochstrasseTrailFreudenstadt, Germanyroad through 1000-sq-km Black Forest National Park
  • Black Forest National ParkSightRuhestein, Germany1000-sq-km expanse of woodland
  • MummelseeSightRuhestein, Germanyglacial lake
  • HornisgrindeSightRuhestein, Germany1164m peak for views across forested heights
  • Lofoten IslandsNeighborhoodMoskenesøya, Norwayislands with mountains rising above the sea
  • HermannsdalstindenTrailSørvåg, Norway1029m peak for elemental views over peaks and waters
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Lonely PlanetAug 13

Sicily vs Sardinia: which Italian island should you escape to?

If you

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  • Hotel Villaggio StromboliHotelWatch rooftop movies beneath the stars.
  • Il CannetoRestaurantBuzzy spot for breakfast and aperitivo.
  • L’Angolo del PesceRestaurantAfter-dark hotspot for raw fish.
  • Elsewhere
  • Via del SalTrailSicily, ItalyLearn to harvest salt along this route.
  • SegestaSightSicily, ItalyMajestic Greek-temple ruins.
  • Isola BellaSightTaormina, ItalyChic island destination.
  • TaorminaNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyGlitzy town known for baroque beauty.
  • NotoNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyBaroque beauty.
  • CefalùNeighborhoodSicily, ItalySeaside town with cinematic sands and old town.
  • Capo CefalùSightSicily, ItalySnorkel off sun-scorched rocks with locals.
  • Riserva Naturale dello ZingaroNature reserveSicily, ItalyUncover tiny pebble coves cradling emerald waters.
  • Capo MilazzoSightSicily, ItalyClamber across rocks to natural swimming pool.
  • Riserva Naturale di Torre SalsaSightSicily, ItalyWild and windswept seashore on Mediterranean coast.
  • EtnaSightSicily, ItalyExplosive peak, snow caps in winter.
  • Wine TrainPlaceSicily, ItalyChance to eyeball Mt Etna.
  • StromboliSightSicily, ItalySpectacular nightly fireworks on back-to-basics island.
  • PanareaNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyManicured island with insanely chic vibe.
  • Bridge AmmareRestaurantPanarea, ItalyDrink cocktails overlooking Baia Zimmari.
  • Baia ZimmariSightPanarea, ItalyBay with chic vibe.
  • SelinunteAttractionSicily, ItalyGreek temple ruins.
  • SyracuseSightSicily, ItalyAncient theater for classical tragedies.
  • Madonie mountainsTrailSicily, Italy
  • EgadiPlaceSicily, Italy
  • AeolianPlaceSicily, Italy
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