FX.co ★ 10 less visited cities in Europe

Annecy, France

Annecy is a little Venice in the southeast of France. This small city is located on the shores of the lake with the same name. The city is in many ways similar to Venice with its canals, boats, cobbled narrow alleys, dozens of bridges, old houses, cathedrals and castles.

Arriving in Annecy be sure to look at the palace on the island, stroll along the Saint Clair street and walk on the Bridge of Lovers.

Annecy is a small town, but the locals are very fond of walking and having fun. Here, significant events take place almost every month.

It is easier to get to Annecy from Geneva. There are regular buses, and the road takes about an hour.

Colmar, France

A historical region in the northeast of France is one of the most romantic places in Alsaces. Colmar reminds illustrations of old fairy tales. People come here to admire the architecture, taste the French delicacies, drink local wines and take a break from the hectic everyday life.

The best time to visit Colmar is spring, a period when the colors of houses blend with the flowering of nature. While in Colmar, be sure to visit the village of Eguisheim. Its picturesque places will impress you.

The direct train departs from Strasbourg several times a day and comes to Colmar in half an hour. By car, the journey from Zurich takes about 1.5 hours.

Manarola, Italy

The city, founded many centuries ago on a rock off the coast of the Ligurian Sea, is very charming. Surrounded by orchards and vineyards, Manarola is a great option for weekends. The beaches in the city are small, so basking in the sun all day long may not be the best idea, but you can go diving. In Italy, Manarola is considered one of the best places for this entertainment.

In the restaurants, you can taste not only traditional Italian dishes, such as pizza and pasta, but also delicious fish dishes. The journey from Pisa to Manarola takes 1.5 hours by car.

Rothenburg, Germany

Ancient Rothenburg is beautiful at any time of the year. Local people love their city, so they are trying hard to preserve its ancient appearance. Therefore, advertising here does not spoil the views of narrow streets and picturesque houses. In Rothenburg, the Christmas market works all year round. Even in summer, you can get into a Christmas fairy tale, as far as Rothenburg is known for its museum of Christmas.

The way to Rothenburg from Munich takes about 3 hours by train.

Valletta, Malta

Valletta, the capital of Malta, is not teeming with tourists yet. However, the city has rich history and unique architecture: dozens of churches, ancient castles, palaces and chapels. All this is perfectly combined with beach rest.

The central streets of the city are narrow, so get ready to walk a lot. To enjoy art, head to the Royal Opera or the National Museum of Fine Arts.

It is best to come to Valletta in autumn or spring, as it is very hot on the island in summer.

Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Today, there are almost no signs of the tragic events that unfolded in Bosnia about 20 years ago. The local people did their best to restore the pristine beauty and charm of their land. It should be noted that they did it perfectly!

Old and colorful Mostar, surrounded by mountains, is divided in half by the Neretva River, what makes the views from any bank incredible. It is scary to imagine that, back in the 90s, it was almost destroyed. Today, the revived city of Mostar pleases everyone with its beauty again.

Prices here will suit every traveler, especially if the trip budget is modest. The road to Mostar takes about two hours by car from Split or Dubrovnik.

Innsbruck, Austria

Famous throughout Europe, the ski resort turns into a quiet and cozy place during the warm seasons. Summer traveling will surely make you fall in love with the Alps. You may go for a walk in the luxurious Alpine Botanical Garden, relax in the spa complexes with thermal springs or swim in the Alpine lakes. There are truly plenty of leisure options even in summer.

Innsbruck is an amazing mixture of old houses, modern business centers and shopping complexes.

Pucisca, Croatia

Pucisca is a picturesque village on the Croatian island of Brac. Like all cities in Croatia, Pucisca is famous for its beautiful nature, wonderful mountain landscapes and ancient architecture. The village is well known for its magnificent bay with crystal clear water. The houses on the island are predominantly white-stone.

Gourmets, who have been in Pucisca, do not spare the compliments to the local cuisine, wine and Pucisca’s olive oil.

Pucisca is perfect and affordable option for a summer holiday by the sea. Here, you can swim peacefully, because there is no such influx of tourists in this village as in European resorts.

You can get to the island of Brac by ferry, which departs from Split several times a day. The way will take one hour.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Gothenburg is a very popular place among Swedes. This city has the largest amusement park in Scandinavia called Liseberg. In addition, Gothenburg is considered the culinary capital of Sweden. There are more than enough tasty dishes and delicacies here. The cleanest beaches and boat trips to the picturesque islands of the Western archipelago, many shops and shopping centers, interesting museums in the city center and parks - in general, there are million reasons to visit Gothenburg.

Torun, Poland

Each house of this city hides many legends, which the locals will eagerly tell you. Torun is famous for its mysterious Gothic buildings, which have almost disappeared in Eastern Europe.

In Torun, there is a rich variety of places to have a good meal. "Blue Apron Inn" is the oldest inn of the city, which has been operating since the 17th century. Moreover, you should definitely try gingerbread. The locals consider this sweetness traditional, which has been cooked here for more than one century.

The road from Gdansk to Torun takes over 1.5 hours by car.