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Who doesn’t like charming towns? Problem is that they’re often lesser known.

Everyone hears or reads about capitals and main cities, their landmarks, must-see, and must-do. Cities like Venice, Rome, Paris, London, and many more, are on every traveler’s wish list. The downside is that these places are often overcrowded and have become so touristy that they lost some of their authenticity.

Charming towns offer a different kind of experience. You often get a taste of the local life, and they may be just as beautiful, in a different way.

Read about some of the towns full of charm I visited so far. And more will be added over time.

Vie di Dante - Views from Dante's Train

Dante’s Train: A Beautiful Train Ride From Faenza To Florence

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Ever heard of Dante’s Train? Starting in Faenza and ending in Florence, the scenic train ride leads you across gentle hills, cultivated fields, and thick forests, from Emilia Romagna to Tuscany. A short itinerary, with a lot to do and see along the way. The perfect choice to immerse yourself in nature and discover a …

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Category: ITALYTag: charming towns

Portovenere, View on the Gulf

Discover the Best Things to do in Portovenere, Italy

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Pink, yellow, light blue, red, orange. Portovenere, one of the most beautiful towns of the western Ligurian coast, appears from the boat with its colorful houses reflecting in the sea.

I haven’t set foot on the ground yet, and I feel already that many lovely corners are waiting for my eyes to meet and admire them. Only a couple of minutes and my sense of anticipation is fulfilled.

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Category: ITALYTag: charming towns, europe, unesco whs

Stein am Rhein

Is Stein am Rhein One of the Most Beautiful Towns in Switzerland?

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With little more than 3,000 inhabitants, Stein am Rhein may well be a small village but it is remarkable for the concentration of well preserved medieval buildings within such a compact area. 

The jewel in the crown is the Rathausplatz – the square of the City Hall – whose entire perimeter is lined by old houses with magnificent painted façades. Every house has a different architectural structure, the subjects and colors of the murals vary, but the harmony is such that it is close to perfection.

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Category: SWITZERLANDTag: charming towns, europe, unusual destinations

Switzerland, Gruyères Medieval Houses

How to Discover Gruyères, a Beautiful Village in a Picture-Perfect Landscape

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Considered one of the most beautiful towns in Switzerland, Gruyères is a charming village surrounded by picture-perfect scenery. Gruyères is small, but you can easily spend there a full day strolling around, visiting the castle, and hiking in the surroundings. Gruyères, Switzerland: a beautiful medieval village You may have heard about Gruyères, one of the …

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Category: SWITZERLANDTag: charming towns

How to Plan Unique Day Trips from Munich

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Are you looking for unique day trips from Munich but not sure where to start? Let me help you discover the most beautiful areas around the Bavarian capital. From fairytale castles to pristine lakes and idyllic mountain sceneries. There are plenty of reasons to spend two days in Munich. The city is charming, Munich Christmas …

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Category: GERMANYTag: charming towns, nature & landscapes, unesco whs

Steamboat on Lake Geneva

How to Plan 5 Wonderful Day Trips from Geneva

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Thanks to its location at one of the tips of Lake Geneva, a stone-throw from the border with France, there are many wonderful day trips from Geneva that will make for unforgettable experiences. Geneva is known for its charming old town, the lovely lakeshore, and for being home to the main international organizations, not least …

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Category: SWITZERLANDTag: charming towns, fascinating cities

Emilia Romagna Verucchio

6 Delightful Towns in Emilia Romagna You’ll Love

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If you want to explore Italy off the beaten path, you’ll love these beautiful towns in Emilia Romagna. They’re indeed charming and well worth to spend a day. You’ll discover another, more authentic, side of Italy.

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Category: ITALYTag: charming towns

Locorotondo

A Dreamy Sunset Walk in Locorotondo, One of Apulia prettiest Towns

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Less than 10 km from Alberobello, the delightful town of Locorotondo looks very different from the village famous for the trulli, the traditional whitewashed dry stone huts with their typical conic-shaped roofs.
It may not have the UNESCO WHS status of  Alberobello, but Locorotondo is listed as one of the most beautiful hamlets in Italy and it’s not hard to see why. A labyrinth of cobblestone alleys flanked by old white houses, some with beautifully decorated small balconies, other simple, square and with the pitched roofs typical of the city.

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Category: ITALYTag: charming towns, europe

5 Things to do in Brisighella

5 Things to Do in Brisighella, Fascinating Medieval Town

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Surrounded by smooth, verdant hills, Brisighella is a delightful medieval village, considered one of the most beautiful towns in Italy. The castle, the clock tower, and the Monticino sanctuary towering at the top of the steep spurs are bewitching. And the colorful houses of the center are charming. No matter if it’s a tiny town because …

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Category: ITALYTag: charming towns, europe

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