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Hidden Mountain Towns of Europe

Charming alpine villages off the tourist trail

Hallstatt, Austria

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Austria

Fairytale lakeside village in the Alps

  • World's oldest salt mine
  • Classic Austrian architecture reflected in the lake
  • Best views from Skywalk viewing platform

Zermatt, Switzerland

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Switzerland

Car-free town under the Matterhorn

  • Iconic views of the Matterhorn peak
  • Excellent hiking in summer, skiing in winter
  • Charming Swiss chalets and boutiques

Civita di Bagnoregio, Italy

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Italy

Ancient town perched on an eroding plateau

  • Known as the 'Dying City' due to erosion
  • Accessed only by footbridge
  • Dating back to Etruscan times

Grindelwald, Switzerland

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Switzerland

Picture-perfect village beneath the Eiger

  • Gateway to Jungfrau Region
  • Famous for First Cliff Walk
  • Spectacular glacier views

Reine, Norway

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Norway

Fishing village in the Lofoten Islands

  • Red fishermen's cabins on stilts
  • Midnight sun in summer
  • Perfect base for hiking and photography

Annecy, France

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France

Alpine town known as 'Venice of the Alps'

  • Crystal-clear lake surrounded by mountains
  • Medieval old town with canals
  • Popular for water sports in summer