Step into a Dreamy Fairytale Land: Europe’s Top 10 Must-Visit Scenic Wonders

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department

Europe’s abundant natural resources and rich history and culture are beloved by travelers from all over the world. Below is a list of ten European scenic spots that feel like something out of a fairy tale. In addition to breathtaking natural beauty, there are also dreamlike architectural wonders, and some are even limited-time seasonal spectacles.

1. France – Provence Lavender
The lavender fields of Provence, France, are one of Europe’s most iconic sights. Every year from July to August, when the lavender blooms, the expansive purple fields alongside ancient religious buildings create a landscape that looks like a painting, attracting many tourists and photography enthusiasts.

2. Germany – Mainau Island
Germany’s Mainau Island, also known as the “Island of Flowers,” is a garden island located in Lake Constance in the state of Baden-Württemberg. Once the residence of a Swedish prince and princess, the prince had a passion for gardening and flower cultivation, and so created this floral paradise, which was opened to the public after his death. It offers different floral landscapes across the four seasons.

3. Netherlands – Keukenhof Tulip Garden
Starting from the end of April each year, when tulips in the Netherlands begin to bloom, head to Keukenhof Tulip Garden to admire the vast expanse of colorful tulip fields along with the world-famous traditional windmills. Covering an area of 32 hectares and planted with millions of flowers, the scenery is truly breathtaking.

4. Bulgaria – Rose Festival
Bulgaria is the world’s largest producer of roses and the flower is a national symbol. Bulgarian rose oil is also an important product. Every year at the end of May, the annual Rose Festival is held for about 20 days in the Rose Valley, which spans over 120 kilometers and is home to more than 7,000 varieties of roses.