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If you've journeyed through Europe without stopping by Hallstatt, Colmar, or Burano, you've missed out on some of the most incredible experiences.
Three Must-Visit Towns on Your European Travel Itinerary
The Enchanting Town of Hallstatt (Austria)
Nestled between the cities of Salzburg and Graz in the Salzkammergut region of Austria, Hallstatt is a small town renowned worldwide for its picturesque and tranquil lakeside beauty. It's consistently ranked among the top 20 most beautiful towns in Europe.
Cars are not permitted in the town from May to October, between 10 am and 5 pm. However, this is hardly a concern as you can explore the entire town on foot in just about 30 minutes. Each corner of Hallstatt exudes its own unique charm. Strolling through its narrow alleys, visitors can immerse themselves in a way of life dating back thousands of years.
In the summer, this place becomes a paradise for adventurous activities such as mountain climbing, long-distance hiking, camping, mountain biking... Winter in Hallstatt, on the other hand, is as beautiful as a painting with culinary festivals, fun activities, and snow sliding. A traditional dish that every visitor should try here is salmon and tenderloin beef, paired with wine and accompanied by salad.
The Town of Colmar (France)
Colmar is a small town located in the heart of the Alsace region, Northeast France. Visitors here are captivated by the tranquility and antiquity of the narrow streets, the colorful wooden houses reminiscent of gingerbread houses in fairy tales, and everywhere are fresh flowers and lush green vines. The town, nearly 1,000 years old, still preserves the beauty of ancient architecture.
Wine connoisseurs worldwide are familiar with Colmar—the capital of the Alsace wine route (Route des Vins d’Alsace). You can spend a day renting a scooter to ride through the vineyards in Colmar, where green fields of vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see, farms lining the wine route connecting with each other.
Running through the town is a small canal, where visitors can take a boat ride, admire the peaceful scenery, or walk to closely admire the colorful, charming houses. Colmar is also the hometown of sculptor Frederic Bartholdi, who created the Statue of Liberty. Therefore, in the town, there is a small Statue of Liberty and a street named after him.
The Town of Burano (Italy)
Located about 10 km from Venice, the island of Burano in Italy is perhaps the most colorful place in the world. Each house is built close together and is nearly the same size, painted in different colors, mostly bright and vibrant, creating a lively, impressive row of streets. Small flower bushes are planted on the balconies of each house. Most of the residents here are fishermen, so they believe in painting their houses brightly to easily recognize them. Burano also has a specialty known as lace fabric, with many saying that in the past, while men were out fishing, women stayed home and practiced this craft.
While Venice bustles and thrives, Burano is peaceful and serene. Life here flows calmly, seemingly oblivious to the surroundings. Burano is tiny, you can walk around the whole island in about an hour, but it may take several hours to wander through the alleys and take photos. When it's time to leave, you'll feel a sense of regret.
According to Ngoi Sao
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourJuly 1, 2016
