It is not necessary to go to the ends of the world to enjoy natural places of incredible beauty. In Europe we have many natural places that are worth visiting and we are sure that we fall short talking about them. So take note of all these natural places of great beauty that you cannot miss.
We will talk about seven phenomenal places in the middle of nature that we can observe in Europe. We know that there are many more but in a list you always have to limit yourself. In addition, if we make a list with everything we want to see, it will surely take us a long time. Attentive to these places that seem fantasy.
The paradisiacal beaches of Greece
It is almost impossible to decide on a few, and it is that all the landscapes and beaches of Greece invite you to stay. In general, the Mediterranean coast is full of dream places ideal for vacations. There are original beaches like Xi in Kefalonia, with a reddish color in its sand, and others hidden in very beautiful places, such as the Seychelles on the island of Ikaria. Elafonisi Beach in Crete is one of the most popular, a natural site located in a National Park.
The glaciers of Iceland
Iceland is known as the land of fire and ice for its volcanoes and glaciers. Without a doubt we will be able to enjoy the wildest and most surprising nature in this place. There are various glaciers that can be visited on the island, from places as popular as Reykjavik. Obviously, glacier excursions are not for everyone, since they are done with guides and climbing equipment, but it will undoubtedly be a unique and different experience.
The lakes of Croatia
When we talk about lakes in Croatia, everyone thinks of him Plitvice Lakes Nature Park. These lakes are a UNESCO Nature Reserve and one of those places that are always recommended because they are simply spectacular. They are in the Lika region and they have eight different routes that take different time depending on the time we have to spend there. It is made up of 16 different lakes, some of which have waterfalls, in the middle of lush vegetation.
The volcanoes of the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are volcanic islands and therefore we can visit some of the most famous volcanoes. The Teide it is undoubtedly the best known of all. We can go up by cable car to the viewpoint, and we will have to bring something warm, because at the top there is snow almost all year round. To get to the top proper, you must ask for a permit and it is advisable to wear appropriate footwear for the terrain. Another that is very famous is the Timanfaya in Lanzarote, the last to erupt in the XNUMXth century.
Deserts in the Iberian Peninsula
There are two deserts that must be mentioned in the Iberian Peninsula. On the one hand we have that of Monegros and on the other that of Tabernas. The first is located in the Ebro valley and is known worldwide for the electronic music festival that is held there. Today they are fighting to become a protected place, since this festival that is held every year greatly deteriorates its ecosystem and also roads and even the AVE pass through it. As for the Tabernas desert, old cowboy movies surely come to mind, as many were shot in it. It is to the north of the city of Almería, and is considered the only desert area proper in Europe.
The Algarve coast
Located in the south of Portugal, the Algarve coast has nothing to envy those images of the Twelve Apostles on the coasts of Australia. It has incredible beaches and capricious rock formations, shaped by the force of the sea and erosion. Today it has become a very touristy place, where you can visit beaches of great beauty. Let's not forget visit Benagil beach, which is actually a cave with an opening at the top through which sunlight enters, created by erosion from the sea.
Northern lights in Norway
The Northern Lights are a phenomenon of nature that everyone should see at least once in their life. Of course, it is something incredible, and that only occurs in the northernmost towns. In Europe we talk about Tromso, in Norway, which is a very popular place to see them, but the truth is that there are those who travel to Finland, Sweden or Iceland to contemplate these beautiful fantasy lights in the sky. The tromso city It is in the north of Norway and it is a good place to enjoy the northern lights and the typical life of its people in a place so far north. Nor should we miss the trip through the fjords, another great show.