Road trips are very common in USA, but we assure you that Europe also has a lot of hidden gems ready to be discovered.
If you are tired of visiting busy cities with lots of traffic, noise, pollution and sometimes unpleasant experiences we recommend you to hit the road and travel through rural Europe.
Wherever you travel in Europe, you’ll discover beautiful villages surrounded by pittoresque landscapes, well preserved rural traditions and friendly locals ready to guide you.
Here is our travel guide with some of the most beautiful villages in Europe.
Most beautiful villages in Europe – Part 1
Montresor, France
Located on the banks of the Indrois river, just 20 kilometres away from the first town, Montresor is considered one of the most beautiful villages of France.
The medieval village is surrounded by high walls with towers which are still intact and hosts a beautiful Renaissance castle.
We recommend you to take a walk on the narrow streets near the castle and see the Gothic church, half timbered houses and the communal wash where villagers used to wash their laundry.
Positano, Italy
Located on the Amalfi coast in Italy, Positano is one of the most beautiful villages in the world. Photographers from all corners of the world are coming to take pictures of the beautiful village.
Once a poor fishing village, Positano is now a sophisticated resort on coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula. The tourists will find here beautiful beaches, chic boutiques, gourmet restaurants and some of the most luxurious hotels in the area. More than that Positano is a gateway for those who want to visit Capri or Ischia.
Piodao, Portugal
Classified as a Public Interest Monument, Piodao village is among the most beautiful and pittoresque villages in Portugal. Located in the hearth of the mountains, the tiny village is very well preserved and hosts a small community of farmers. It is considered the oldest inhabited village in Portugal
Narrow roads, schist houses with roofs of slate, a beautiful church and even a tourist centre are waiting for all those who dare to visit it.
Bibury, England
Located on the banks of the River Coln, Birbury was designated by Travel & Leisure Magazine one of the most beautiful village in UK and Europe. The village is located in the South West England in the Gloucestershire just 6 miles away from the first town.
Famous for its well preserved 17 century cotages, Bibury is visited by tourists from all around the world. Birbury was the home to the first horse racing club in the word.
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