Isola San Giulio, Turin

National GeographicJul 12

Whether you’re in Turin, Bergen or San Sebastián, a wild swimming experience is often only a short train ride away.

Tiny, car-free island at the centre of Lake Orta.

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Itzurun beachSightGolden sand beach backed by towering, striped cliffs.
Mole AntonellianaAttractionSoaring spire in Turin, home to the National Museum of Cinema.
National Museum of CinemaMuseumIt is operated by the Maria Adriana Prolo Foundation, and the core of its collection is the result of the work of the…
Punta CrabbiaSightRocky headland on Lake Orta with calm, blue-green water.
Isola San GiulioSightTiny, car-free island at the centre of Lake Orta.
Ljubljanica RiverSightRiver that snakes through Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Most na SočiNeighborhoodConfluence of Soča and Idrijca rivers, ideal for swimming.
Nové Mlýny reservoirsSightMan-made chain of lakes and wetlands in Czechia.
Lake OrtaSightLake in Italy's Piedmont region, accessible by train.
Tromostovje (Triple Bridge)SightBridge in Ljubljana designed by architect Jože Plečnik.
Pálava HillsSightLimestone ridges near the Nové Mlýny reservoirs.
BryggenNeighborhoodBergen’s historic Hanseatic harbour district.
Bergen Fish MarketMarketHistoric market dating back to the 13th century.
HardangerfjordSightFjord in Norway accessible by train and bus from Bergen.
ZumaiaNeighborhood
Soča ValleyNeighborhood

Isola San Giulio