Hidden Europe: 31 Underrated Cities You Will Fall In Love With
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- čas přidán 15. 06. 2024
- Explore hidden Europe with our guide to the top 31 underrated cities and less touristy places. Discover why these European cities are superb yet often overlooked, offering unique experiences away from mainstream tourist destinations. Ideal for travelers seeking adventures in lesser-known locales, this guide helps you uncover the most rewarding spots in Europe
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0:00 - Intro
0:37 - Lille, France
1:34 - Zadar, Croatia
2:17 - Bergen, Norway
3:07 - Sibiu, Romania
3:59 - Eger, Hungary
4:50 - Rostock, Germany
5:42 - Gouda, The Netherlands
6:33 - Santiago Di Compostella, Spain
7:27 - Banja Luka, Bosnia
8:16 - Lucerne, Switzerland
8:57 - Bern, Switzerland
9:56 - Valetta, Malta
10:41 - Coimbra, Portugal
12:25 - Riga, Latvia
13:07 - Gdansk, Poland
14:01 - Zaragoza, Spain
14:58 - Thessaloniki, Greece
15:53 - Belfast, Northern Ireland
16:25 - Tallin, Estonia
17:02 - Malmo, Sweden
18:04 - Ghent, Belgium
18:56 - Wroclaw, Poland
19:37 - Dresden, Germany
20:32 - Vilnus, Lithuania
21:52 - Ljubliana, Slovenia
22:59 - Segovia, Spain
23:49 - Salzburg, Austria
24:19 - Pula, Croatia
25:25 - Valencia, Spain
26:14 - Porto, Portugal
Being from Austria, I have to tell you that Salzburg is actually OVERcrowded with tourists all year round. Go to Graz instead or visit some of the numerous spectacular cloisters or castles or take in the varied landscape by train/car/bike.
Small cities like Krems, Baden, Steyr, Gmunden,Friesach, Hall, Feldkirch have lots of charm.
Thanks for sharing your local insights!
Graz and the other cities you mentioned sound amazing. I'll definitely consider highlighting these charming spots in future content.
Appreciate your recommendations! :)
I gasped when I saw Lucerne and Salzburg on your list. Both these cities are overwhelmed with tourists. Salzburg also has a horrendous traffic problem, and despite it having a population of only 150,000, is seriously considering building an underground railway. If I lived in Salzburg, I would support that project!
I visited both Lucerne and Salzburg and loved their charm during my short visit. I wasn't aware of the tourism and traffic issues you mentioned. The idea of an underground railway in Salzburg sounds like a much-needed improvement. Thanks for sharing this insight!
Decent list even though most of these towns are well known.
Some other:
Szeged, Hungary
Rovinj, Croatia
Mostar, BIH
Nauplion, Greece
Aachen, Germany
Brugge, Belgium
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the list.
All your ideas are fantastic and definitely deserve more attention. I'll definitely consider them for future content.
Thanks again for your input!
And Chania , Greece
A worthwhile list. Some cities listed are well known, but some I have never heard of. My nomination for a city that should have been included: Ravenna, Italy.
Hi David,
Thank you for your thoughtful comment and for suggesting Ravenna, Italy!
It definitely deserves recognition, and I'll consider it for future lists
Thanks for watching!
Been to Ravenna for a day trip. Beautiful cathedral there.
Well, I have to admit that these cities are hidden to me. For that reason, I'm very grateful you made this video. I think it was well done! Thank you so much.❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and discovered some new places. Your appreciation means a lot to me. 😊❤️
Part of video of Vilnius is actually Tallinn. The first shots of Segovia I think are Palermo in Sicily. Is a good list, I came back from Porto last week,it is beautiful.
The title is completely misleading... Hidden Europe? Most of them - if not all - are well known tourist spots.
I'm sorry that you feel that way. However to make your comment more constructive, which cities do you think should be included?
@@geoinsider I thought that I will hear of or see cities or towns that I did not know about in the first place. Cities and little towns that are beautiful and where you would have to make a deep dive in Europe´s Geography to come across them. Real hidden gems.
Exactly. Gouda is a tourist town. There are more interesting medieval cities in the Netherlands.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! To make this comment more helpful and constructive for other people reading this thread can you suggest a shortlist of cities worth visiting in the Netherlands?
@@geoinsider the video was excellently done. Perhaps "Hidden" in the title may seem inappropriate to some people, especially Europeans who would be quite familiar with many of these cities, but millions of people who visit Europe (e.g. people from Asia, the Americas or Africa), would not think of them when planning a visit, and probably never even heard of many of these cities, so it is not entirely inappropriate. It depends on which part of the global audience we are talking about.
Yay! Thank you for having Coimbra and Porto on your list. Not being biased but these two neighboring awesome cities are well worth it. I should know. I live in one of them. On the Spanish side, I'll add Salamanca.
Hi @lucaspierre9305! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Coimbra and Porto are indeed fantastic cities with so much to offer
Thanks for the recommendation of Salamanca; it’s definitely a gem worth exploring on the Spanish side ❤️
If you have any other suggestions or hidden spots, feel free to share!
The material you included in this video is enough for two very decent videos! Most informative and well presented, I 've shared with my son who's just starting to get about , to help him continue the traveler / not tourist tradition.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Elizabeth!
I'm really thrilled to hear that you found the video informative and well presented ❤️
It's wonderful that you've shared it with your son to support his travels and embrace the traveler mindset
I hope he finds the content helpful and continues to explore the world with curiosity and respect🙂
I've been to both Barca and Valencia and I gotta say I liked the vibe and the beaches of Valencia waay more
Oh definitely! The vibe and beaches there are indeed amazing ❤️
that "Vilnius" drone footage at 20:50 is actually Tallinn !
Not surprised..not a bad list, but smacks of AI, which always has glitches like that..name pronunciation is better than much AI
close but no cigar :)
26:33- Porto, Portugal started out as a Phoenician port then the Romans conquered it and called it 'Portus'. .which means 'port' in Latin. Anyway, the name stuck and would evolve into Porto which also means 'port' in Portuguese before eventually becoming the source of the name for the entire nation of Portugal!
Thank you so much for sharing this fascinating information about Porto!
I really appreciate your comment, and it's incredible to learn how the city's name evolved from its Phoenician roots to becoming a significant part of Portugal's identity.
This is exactly the kind of historical insight that makes exploring hidden gems so rewarding.
Thanks again for contributing! ❤️
Definitely enjoyed your video, I love the history of churches, I will be travelling to porto, Lisbon, Tomar, and Fatima in July
Love from 🇨🇦
Thank you so much for your kind words, @crush42mash6!
Your upcoming trip sounds incredible-Porto, Lisbon, Tomar, and Fatima all have such rich histories and beautiful architecture. I bet it will be incredible!
Safe travels, and I hope you have an amazing time exploring these wonderful places ❤️
Hidden? Unterrated? I live in Luzern and our city is completely overrun by tourists, and has always been. It's one of Switzerlands majour tourist hubs.
And I just was in Porto last week - it IS a major tourist destination, it's extremely touristy and by no means a "hidden gem" or a "lesser known locale".
And just before you call my comment" hostile" or tell me to be "more constructive": I don't say your video is bad at all, I just find the title misleading.
Hey @marcozg77, I don't think your comment is hostile or not constructive at all
Sharing your experience is valuable and helps (hopefully not only me) get unique insights
What I'm getting from the comments is that different audiences react differently to the same content, which is okay too.
The video is aimed at a US audience first, where many people haven't heard about Lucerne at all, but for someone who's local or simply based in Europe, the impression may be different. I guess it would be similar if the roles were reversed.
Lastly, this video never pretended to be the most objective or best documentary ever.
It's just a subjective list that I'm sharing with the world just for fun. For that, it's way too much polarizing the audience. Like you are not allowed to have your own preferences
What title would be less misleading in your opinion?
@@geoinsider
Thanks for your detailed answer, I appreciate it.
Your video description says "top 10 less touristy places" (which is strange, doesn't your video title actually say 31 cities...?)
I still think this is not really true, regardless of audience. It is true that some of these places (like Sibiu) really aren't that well known, even in central europe
(I mean, I do know that Sibiu is the eastern-most town that once was german speaking, but I never been there and don't know anyone who was).
But places like Porto are very well known. They are overrun, maybe not (yet) as bad as Barcelona or Rome, but still.
I'm not good with titles but something like "You will love these european cities"?
Again, no rant, and I don't think anyone is disallowing your preferences, but I still do think that it is a strange categorization even though my first comment may have been a bit too harsh.
I would add Taormina in Sicily. We were on a Mediterranean cruise and there was a stop in Sicily (Messina) and we went on an excursion to Taormina. We absolutely fell in love with it. Apparently they fimed the second season of "White Lotus" there. The city has been occupied for more than 2000 years. Cool restaurants and shops.
Thanks for the recommendation, @jmace1957!
I’m a huge fan of "White Lotus" and somehow missed Taormina from the list...
It definitely is a place that should be included
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Nearby Syracuse is beautiful too!
@@geoinsider there's no Italian cities on this list, how is that possible??
My favourite city in Sicily is Catania
We make it a point to visit less-touristed cities. I've been to nine of these cities. Although some like Porto, are becoming quite popular.
It's great to hear that you've explored so many of these cities!
Porto is indeed gaining popularity but I think it's well deserved
Which of the nine cities was your favorite?
@@geoinsider Of the ones I've visited relatively in the past ten years, Porto, then Vilnius, followed by Coimbra, Valencia, and Segovia in no particular order. Ghent is probably at the end of this list, but also well worth visiting.
That's a fantastic list! Each of those cities has its own unique charm. Porto, Valencia and Vilnius are definitely my favorite ones. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
I’ve been to Europe 4 times, but only have visited one city on your list (Valencia). With those beautiful views, I’m inspired to go beyond the larger cities and see some in this video. Thanks!
Hi @marcosmadeiros9553 and thank you for your comment! Valencia is indeed a beautiful city ❤️
Europe has so many hidden gems that often go unnoticed, and I'm glad this video could spark your interest in visiting some of them
Which cities from the list are you most excited to see?
Thank you so much for this video. I live in the U.S and I travel to Europe 3 times a years and like to visit a city for 3 weeks and absorb the culture. This video helped me plan my next two adventures.
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment!
It's great to hear that you found the video helpful for planning your adventures
Traveling to Europe three times a year sounds amazing-enjoy every moment and soak in all the amazing experiences❤️
For me as a native german person it feels weird that this video should be that helpful.
I have not visited each and every country but for most, if not all of them, there are beautiful towns missing.
In Germany for example Bremen, Lübeck, Stralsund, Celle, Münster, Trier, Erfurt, Leipzig, Görlitz, Freiburg, Heidelberg, Lindau and Konstanz. And even the Ruhr area (Ruhrgebiet) where I live has more green places and a smaller town called Hattingen, which is very beautiful.
Let me know, if I should continue with other countries. :)
@@mathiasroehn9399 Thanks for sharing your perspective! It's always great to hear about beautiful towns from a local's point of view
Bremen, Lübeck, and the other towns you mentioned sound wonderful. Videos like this can't cover everything, but it's a good starting point for discovering new places.
I'd love to hear more about other hidden gems especially in Poland, Romania, Croatia and Hungary
Rovinj. We loved Pula, but loved Rovinj more.
Rovinj sounds wonderful! What made Rovinj stand out to you more than Pula? Any specific recommendations for someone visiting for the first time?
I enjoyed this. Nice seeing little snapshots.
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Helen! The snapshots really capture the charm of these hidden cities, aren't they? Have you had the chance to visit any of them?
I applaud you for your incredible patience with the undeservedly hostile comments by us Europeans. People planning their holiday will benefit from these ideas In general avoiding the most touristy places is an unquestionable win. You'll get just as much history and culture - literally missing out on nothing at all except the crowds.
Hi @companyjoe,
Thank you so much for your kind words and I'm really happy to hear that you found the video helpful, it means a lot to me!
Europe has so many wonderful places beyond the usual tourist spots that it's probably impossible to list all of them in one video
While selections might have been different, travel is always a personal experience and I am really happy with the places listed here and would recommend them to my friends too
Your encouragement means a lot, and I hope many travelers will benefit from exploring these underrated cities
Thank you for your comment!
It’s true that a few of these gems are not so hidden. I’ve lived in and near Switzerland for most of my adult life and would not recommend Berne or Lucerne as little known places - I’d be more likely to mention Chur or Lausanne instead. These two places are also relatively well known, but not with English speakers. What I really like about this video is the focus on many places outside the usual Germany-France-Italy region. If I were responsible for the content here, I’d make each city’s introduction a bit longer and break the whole thing down into 4 or 5 videos. In this format, it’s easy to forget what you’ve seen by the end.
@@marjoriebelt2842 Thank you so much for your very constructive and helpful comment!
I’m just starting my channel and planning to experiment with different formats, and your suggestion to make each city's introduction a bit longer and break the content down into multiple videos is fantastic. I’ll likely give that a try.
You're absolutely right about the cognitive bias-what seems like a hidden gem to me or others from the US might not be viewed the same way by someone living in Western Europe, but that's the magic of the Internet. Whatever you do there will always be someone not happy with the output
Thanks again for your thoughtful feedback!
Thank you so much for showing the beauty of all these cities, because I never had seen so much of them before and they are so very well filmed....and I am looking forward to your next stories of interesting European towns ...many of them would be very glad to be on your list❤
@@notburgasinger6316 Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and discovered new cities through it.
A new video is in the making, so stay tuned for more stories of interesting European towns! ❤️
Great video!!!
Thank you!
Great video. Too much to take in one go. Just left Valleta two days ago. Now in Tropea in Calabria. 😊
Thank you! It sounds like you're on an amazing journey. Valetta is such a beautiful place 🥰 How are you finding Tropea? Enjoy your travels!
@@geoinsider I think it's worth a visit too. Great options in your video. I think I'll leave the hotter spots till autumn
@@theirishcontrarian4626 Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 🙂
I'll definitely add it to my shortlist then and check out for sure! And yeah visiting in autumn sounds like a great plan to avoid the heat
You've made an excellent list! So far I've been to just 5 of those cities but oftentimes I made day trips to visit also the area. Let me give you a couple of recomendations.
1. Bergen - You have to see the city from above. If possible, take at least a short part of a foottrail that streches itself through the hills in the city. From Bergen you can take numerous day trips to stunning fjords but I also recomment taking the scenic train to Oslo.
2. Gdańsk - remember that the city is just the biggest and most famous part of Three-city (Trójmiasto), with Sopot ( amazing pier and vibrant nightlife) and Gdynia (stunning Orłowski cliff at the beach) in direct proximity. Another great places nearby are Malbork castle (marvelous Unesco site), Frombork (picturesque old town with astronomical observatory where Nicolas Copernicus made his observations) or Hel peninsula (for amazing sandy beaches).
3. Sibiu - Amazing city with high mountains rite next to it. Take a 2 days hike to see Romanias highest peak - Moldoveanu and see the stunning night panorama of Transylvanian basin from above. I will never forget this view. You can also visit some great castles in the area like Bran, Rasnov, Prejmer, Hunedoara or Sinaia palace, or visit some stunning towns like Brasov, Shighisoara. All those places are really close to Sibiu, that's amazing region. ❤
4. Wrocław - my city, completely out of the radar so far. Apart from the city itself, see the smaller towns in the area - Jelenia góra, Świdnica and Bolesławiec are my favourite. If you like nature - Milickie ponds or Table mountains will please everyone. If you look for some amazing gardens/palaces/abbeys - choose Krzeszów, Lubiąż, Henryków or Wojsławice arboretum. Fantastic places off the beaten path.
Valencia - 😂 I can't really recommend any stunning places nearby. Not that such places doesn't exist. I'm sure there is plenty. I was thete just for sunbathing and nightlife mostly. Spain is amazing so I guess you will find some extraordinary attractions almost anywhere you go.
Thank you so much for your detailed recommendations! Your insights are fantastic, and I can't wait to explore some of these hidden gems.
Bergen - Viewing the city from above sounds incredible. I'll definitely take a hike through the hills and look into the scenic train ride to Oslo. The fjords are already on my list, but I appreciate the tip on day trips!
Gdańsk - Sopot and Gdynia sound like must-visits, especially with the amazing pier and Orłowski cliff.
Sibiu - The hike to Moldoveanu sounds like a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thanks for the tip on the stunning night panorama. Transylvania has always fascinated me, and now I have even more reason to visit.
Wrocław - Your city sounds like a hidden treasure. Jelenia Góra, Świdnica, and Bolesławiec are now on my radar.
Thank you again for these fantastic recommendations!
Came across your video. It’s absolutely wonderful video. Great idea to capture the non-popular sites around the world in more ways than one. Is it possible you can do a series of these sites with a little bit more depth like each video you talk a little bit more About just one specific place at a time like the cost of living there the healthcare, the bylaws, recycling, non-recycling, education Property Tax ⚛️⚛️⚛️⚛️⚛️⚛️ all kinds of stuff like that if you can go into more detail even the weather is it four seasons is it one tropical season, how hot it gets or how cold it can get, etc.. If you could go through all these places once again, and do a specific video for each one as like a series, that would be amazing and thank you in advance I look forward to seeing these videos again.
Thanks for going east, and to less busy places
My pleasure!
Seville, Spain is a nice city also.
It most certainly is but is far more crowded now than it was just five years ago.
@@LaVerdadeslaverdad Hi, I went there off season in November so not really crowded.
Unknown small cities in France: Ambroise, Saumur, Campiegne, Pau, Gordes...
Hi @Malik_Sylvus! Thanks for sharing these hidden gems. I haven't heard of some of these cities before, but I'll definitely check them out. Appreciate the great travel ideas! Thank you!
Why do so many of the "hidden" cities turn out to be pretty well known to tourists? Segovia, Salzburg, Porto, Santiago, Coimbra (a regular on lists of top Portuguese destinations), etc.
Good question! To me "hidden gem" doesn't mean it's not a tourist spot. It's rather something with value or beauty that's not immediately apparent and has received far less recognition than it deserves
It's all about personal perspective; for instance, I first heard about Segovia just a year ago. It does attract tourists, but definitely fewer than major hubs like London with its 20 million visitors.
Hope that makes sense!
Norwich in the East Anglian area is rather off the central north/south route in the UK has links and influence from Holland reflected in it's architecture. It has a cathedral, a
number of beautiful churches and a castle in which the local museum is sited.
You butchered the pronunciation (it's ba-nya lu-ka) but I love that you mentioned my home town, Banja Luka! 🎉
I guess my tongue got a bit tangled up there. Sorry for the butchering, Kristina!
I'll make sure Banja Luka gets the perfect pronunciation it deserves from now on
Thanks for your understanding and for loving the shoutout to your hometown! ❤️🎉
You should try Bergamo in Italy. A really nice city whose airport is Ryanair's Milan airport. It has an upper city and a lower city connected by a funicular and if you're into shopping, one of Italy's biggest malls is a short walk from the airport. As at 10 June 2024 you can get a daytrip from Stansted airport for 32 quid.
Thanks for the recommendation! Bergamo sounds like an amazing place to visit, especially with the convenient transport links and shopping options. I'll definitely consider it for my next trip ❤️
A splendid list of interesting alternatives to big city travel. Nicely done!!
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the list. If you have any other suggestions or favorite alternatives, feel free to share them!😊
I'm happy, you picked one north german cities (Rostock). Normally everyone wants to see Berlin or a city in Bavaria, but North Germany gets not much attention. I can also recommend Lüneburg (and the Lüneburger Heide), Lübeck or Bremen. Last one got a few more tourists but I wouldn't call my hometown overcrowded with tourists.
I loved visiting Lubeck and Bremen. I am an organist and was awestruck at the Marienkirche and that organ which I
heard in a reciral that evening. Those concerts are part of the Abendmusik (Evening Music) concerts started by the organist Dietrich Buxtehude in the 17th century by such famous organists as the late Walter Kraft in the 60's and 70's and to the present day. Bremen is also beautiful as well. Visited each of them on day trips out of Hamburg where I was staying - one hour at most travel time to both cities.
Lubeck, Germany
@15:51 gyros it's "yi-ros" :) in addition to doing research please know the correct pronunciation too thanks :)
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate the pronunciation tip. I'll make sure to keep it in mind for future videos. :)
Riga should be higher imo but the wife and I went to Porto and instantly fell in love with it…want to retire there hopefully
Porto is an amazing city with so much charm! It's easy to see why you fell in love with it and it is a great place to consider for retirement.
While Riga has its own unique appeal, Porto definitely has a special magic. Wishing you the best in making that dream a reality!
Under Coimbra title is Kotor, Montenegro from 11:29
Been to Lille; it's beautiful.
Lille is indeed beautiful! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Do you have any favorite spots or recommendations for future visitors?
Being from there, Banja Luka is ok. More of a stop off than full visit. People would have much more fun and better things to see, food, etc in Travnik, Mostar, Neum, Vlasic.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! It's interesting to hear that Banja Luka is more of a stop-off than a full visit
Travnik, Mostar, Neum, and Vlasic sound like fantastic alternatives with plenty to see and do. Appreciate the recommendations 🙏
Gouda, NL is a tourist spot, as are all the parts known as Holland. Travel more east and you will find actual hidden gems in towns like Zutphen, Deventer, Kampen and Zwolle. All medieval charming places with historic feel.
As an organist would love to visit Zwolle whose cathedral has I believe the largest organ in the Netherlands. And on that subject Haarlem as well with the organ at St. Bavo Cathedral.
Other worthwhile cities for this list in no particular order - have not visited in a while so they be overcrowded now but here goes. Would appreciate any feedback or updates.
Seville, Spain
Toledo, Spain
Innsbruck, Austria
Bruges, Belgium
Bratislava, Slovakia
Toulouse, France
Lubeck, Germany
Bremen, Germany
Leipzig, Germany
The Hague, Netherlands
Haarlem, Netherlands
Gothenburg, Sweden
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Would have liked to include cities and towns in Italy but IMHO the whole country is overrun with tourists most of the year. Same for the UK.
Wow, you've put a lot of thought into this list! These are all fantastic suggestions
It's always a challenge to narrow it down, and your recommendations are greatly appreciated
And yeah, I agree about Italy and the UK being overrun with tourists most of the year. Thanks for sharing!🙏
@@geoinsider Been to most of those cities and hope to return to at least some of them before time runs out.
@@geoinsider Thanks for your kind reply. If I think of any more suggestions I will post them.
30 hidden gems of Spain and Portugal
Thank you for your comment! I noticed that out of the 31 cities mentioned, only 6 are from Spain or Portugal.
Perhaps you were suggesting this as an idea for a future video? Sounds like it could be a great topic!
No, I didn't mean that. Actually, some European countries were missed, although they also have hidden gems. No offence, but instead, you put Spain and Portugal as like 20% of all destinations you presented. Seems to me you don't know Europe much. Will not comment more.
@@lamarchandbox1187 No offense taken! It's just a video I made and the choices are pretty subjective.
Some people may like it, some don't. I appreciate different opinions and I'm glad you communicated yours constructively.
Thank you for watching anyways!
I visited 16 cities out of this list.
That's amazing! Visiting 16 out of 31 cities is quite an achievement. Which ones stood out to you the most and why?
Go visit Trier in Germany everyone! It’s sooo beautiful 🤩
Thanks for the recommendation! I've been looking for new places to visit in Germany. What’s something unique about Trier that you loved the most?
Ulm is also quite beautiful. And its cathedral has the tallest steeple in Europe at what 500 something feet?
Taormina (Sicily), Dubrovnik (Croatia), Bruges (Belgium)
These 3 are all hotspots in fact ...
Good choices!
Ortigia
Mdina
Zagreb
Coillure
Korcula
Hvar
Zante
Gaios
Sivota
Halkidiki
Ohrid
Trogir
Meteora, etc, etc, etc
That's a long list. Thanks for those recommendations; I will definitely check them all out! ❤️
You need to work on the city names pronunciation ...
Not to mention that there are many parts of the clip that shows totally different places :(
Of course I do! Thanks for your comment!
People need to relax. Not everyone has heard of all of these places. And compared to places like Paris they are not as traveled. So either watch it or don't. There were a few that i learned that are now on my list of places to hit up.
You're absolutely right! People do seem to get too triggered by a quite innocent video...
On the positive side I'm glad to hear that some of these places made it onto your list. Happy travels, and thanks for watching! ❤️
Beautiful video, most are gems, but not hidden, would've loved to have seen one or two Italian cities, in 31 cities not one mention of an Italian medieval city or historical town😢
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Italian medieval cities are truly special-I'll definitely consider including them in future lists. Do you have any favorite Italian cities you'd recommend?
@@geoinsider thank you for your response, and yes I do. Here are a few: Taormina, Modica, Palermo, these are in Sicily. Matera, Ostuni, and others in Puglia. Pompeii in Campania. Ercolano in Lazio.
@@MsBaby1959 Thank you so much for sharing these suggestions! I’ll definitely try to include them in future videos
Each of the places you mentioned has its own unique charm and history
Do you have a favorite among them?
@@geoinsider Pompeii 😍😍😍
@@MsBaby1959 Pompeii is awesome, good choice! I just came back from the Amalfi Coast a week ago, so chances are I'll be making a video about it soon. It wasn't all roses and butterflies, though. Have you been to the Amalfi Coast?
"Belfast, known for its (...) strong sense of community"
Ahh, Belfast! The city that never ever faced any.. troubles
I understand your point. While Belfast has a complex history, it has also made significant strides in fostering a strong sense of community in recent years
@@geoinsider I was just taking the piss, it's a great video. :)
@@TheFelixpax No worries at all! Glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching!
Gdansk has the biggest in the world basilica Church build from bricks . This Church is build for 25000 people and has 82 m high tower .
Wow, that's amazing! It's incredible to think about such a large basilica made entirely of bricks and its capacity to hold 25,000 people. Thanks for sharing! Is it the highest church in Poland?
@@geoinsider No , the highest church tower in Poland of about 141 m high is in Licheń New Basilica Church . Also there are about 20 other churches higher than Gdańsk ST. Mary's Basilica in Poland .
@@beatabonin4131 Thanks for the additional information! The Licheń New Basilica Church sounds impressive with its towering height. It’s incredible how many monumental churches there are in Poland. Do you have a favorite among these?
@@geoinsider Licheń Basilica is like from fairitale but I love All Churches in Poland , esspecialy my parish Church in Gdańsk, ST. Father Pio .
@8:16 it‘s Lucerne and not Lugano as it‘s written in the description 😊
Indeed, it is! Nicely spotted, and thanks for pointing that out 😊 I have already updated it
Porto and Valencia defintly deserves the first 2 spots
Good to see someone being fully on the same page! Absolutely, Porto and Valencia are amazing cities with so much to offer ❤️
I’m surprised that Istanbul is not on the list. Istanbul is a must visit place in the entire world
@Libre987 Istanbul is indeed an incredible city and a must-visit destination
The reason it didn't make the list is that it's not considered underrated or a hidden gem
With almost 18 million tourists visiting each year, Istanbul is as popular and well-known as cities like London, Rome, and Barcelona, which also didn't make it to the list for the same reason.
My aim was to highlight lesser-known destinations that deserve more attention. Istanbul's charm and significance are already recognized by many travelers worldwide 🙂
Millions have already discovered most of these "hidden" towns and cities. It is not easy to find places where you can take a photo without lots of people beside or behind you!
That's a good point! While many have discovered these 'hidden' towns and cities, there are still plenty of people who haven't heard about them yet
It's always nice to share these beautiful places with others who may not be aware of them
Thanks for the thoughtful comment!
Confusing images when is showing Segovia inland Spain with a panoramic view with a port… I’m pretty sure the image is Catania-Sicily, Italy
Not only
20:49 - 20:57 is definitely not Vilnius
The production quality of a massive channel. As an American this is a perfect list of potential travel destinations.
I'm excited you enjoyed the video and found the list helpful. It's incredibly encouraging and motivates me to keep creating
Thank you so much!
Isn't the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul?
Great suggestions
Good question! Yes, the famous Hagia Sophia is in Istanbul
However there are also other notable places inspired by it, like the Hagia Sophia Church in Thessaloniki, Greece, Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv, Ukraine, and the Hagia Sophia in Iznik, Turkey
Each of these places reflects the architectural and cultural influence of the original
Been to a few cities on your list including Porto and Coimbra. Portugal is becoming over-touristy though. The place to go in Portugal now is Braga, Guimaraes and related. They don't see the level of tourists like Porto. They do see pilgrims en route to Santiago de Compostela. I made the trek from Porto to Santiago de Compostela with my wife of 20 years. My wife was the pilgrim. I was just present to accompany her, as I am not Roman Catholic (though my wife is).
Hi @rahuliyer7456! Thank you for sharing your experiences!
Braga and Guimarães sound like wonderful alternatives, thanks for recommendations!
The trek from Porto to Santiago de Compostela must have been an incredible experience, especially sharing it with your wife❤️
If you have any other hidden gems or tips for traveling in Portugal, please share!
English-speaking speakers in such videos should consult locals about the correct pronunciation of foreign names. For instance, Banja Luka should be pronounced Banya Luka, like New York or New Jersey.🤓😉
I understand the importance of correct pronunciation and will work on improving this in future videos.
Thanks for watching and sharing your insights!
@@geoinsider 👍🖐
How can you choose Ljubljana without a mention of nearby Lake Bled? Also, I think Trieste deserves a place on this list, more so than a city such as Lucerne, which is overrun with tourists.
Lake Bled is indeed stunning and worth visiting, though it's about an hour's drive from Ljubljana, making it more suitable for a broader trip to Slovenia
Trieste is another fantastic suggestion-its rich history and beautiful waterfront are often overlooked
Thanks for sharing these insights!
My favorite not on the list is Arles, France. Perhaps it is too small?
Arles is definitely not too small! Selecting just 31 cities from all of Europe is quite a challenging task, and many wonderful places get left out
Your recommendation of Arles is a fantastic one, and it certainly deserves recognition. Thanks for sharing! ❤️
Nowadays it would not be very difficult to check how the Citie's names are spelled
Ironically, nowadays it's not hard to proofread English text either, yet somehow many people in the comments still miss the mark 🙃
@@geoinsiderpoint taken, however, there is a difference between content creator and someone writing a short comment, don't you think?
@@galbax1 I wouldn’t draw a line between content creators and those writing comments.
Once you put any kind of output online, whether it’s a comment, blog article or a video, you make yourself vulnerable to judgment
Pointing out errors constructively is beneficial for everyone. Simply venting frustrations in a rude way doesn't help anyone
I'm open to constructive feedback and value broader perspectives. I'm even excited about comments saying how I could have done better with my selection etc
However, if the only comment on a 30-minute video focuses on one misspelled word while the comment itself contains errors, it does seem hypocritical in the best case scenario
Ban-Ya Luka
It's a piece of chetnik crap. A sespool
Aarhus Denmark should have been on this list.
@jackmeeeellleee4896 That's a great suggestion! Have you been there? What are your favorite spots in Aarhus?
You left out Brno, Czechia, and Olomouc Czechia.
Hi @prividinc! It’s pretty possible I did miss out Brno and Olomouc. They would indeed be great additions to the list. Thanks for sharing!
800? LOL. In Poland there are > 1000 towns...
Actually, it was 979 in 2023 and now it's 1013 in 2024, but nonetheless, it's still over 800! 😉
Poland's towns are clearly multiplying faster than I can keep up!
Guess we need a whole new video series just for Poland's hidden gems! 😊
He did say cities though, not towns, towns are much smaller 😊
the music is superfluous. hard hear the narrator with the "music" playing
Thank you for your feedback! I agree, and I'm still learning, so I will definitely try to make adjustments for future videos.
I'm glad it's not as bad as I thought, as you are the very first person to point that out 🙃
Good list except for Malmo, Sweden.
Hi @villanovakid84,
Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad you liked the list overall. Which city did you like the best?
@@geoinsider Of the cities, I visited on your list. Dresden was the most impressive city, with Bergen and Ghent slightly behind Dresden. I would have added two cities to your list, Lvov, Ukraine, and Passau, Germany, instead of Malmo and Thessaloniki, Greece. Also, Split is more interesting than Pula, in my opinion.Nevertheless, it is a good list, I like how you included Wroclaw and Gdansk, two cities quite overlooked by people.
@@villanovakid84 I've never been to Passau, but I'll definitely check it out.
Regarding Ukraine, I excluded all cities there as it's not safe to travel at the moment but it's such a wonderful place
And I completely agree, Poland has so many amazing places to visit. I'm glad you liked the inclusion of Wroclaw and Gdansk!
@@geoinsider Passau is magnificent. It is my favorite small European city. You are right about the situation in Ukraine, a tragedy beyond belief. Btw, you did a good job narrating the video. Keep up the good work!
@@villanovakid84 Passau is awesome been there. The cathedral is a must see with the world's largest church organ.
It would be nice if you googled the pronounciation of Balkan cities beforehand.
Thank you for the feedback Nina! I appreciate your suggestion and will make sure to check the pronunciation of Balkan cities in the future 🙏
Better check out Deventer and Kampen and Zwolle. And Leyden, and what ever you do, do not go to Amsterdam, the shame of the Netherlands, that is NOT us.
Thanks for sharing these great suggestions! I'll definitely check out Deventer, Kampen, Zwolle, and Leyden ❤️
Why would you not recommend Amsterdam? Been there twice and had a great time - the people are among the friendliest I've encountered anywhere.
Even not a city of Italy in your video😂
I totally get your reaction! I love Italy so much that I might have been a bit biased, which is why it didn't make it into the video this time.
I'll try not to skip it next time! I visit Italy at least twice a year because I can't resist its charm.
In fact, I'm heading to Naples tomorrow, so it's very likely I'll be adding a video about the Amalfi Coast pretty soon.
Thanks for understanding!
Or any city in the UK- shame on you!
@@DivaCantor Belfast is in the UK
@@aidanmcnamara3304 Right you are- I should have said Great Britain
@@DivaCantor Belfast is hardly the best least known city in the UK surely? No disrespect to Belfast however......
Missing: Belgrade, Lyon and Dijon
Those are great suggestions! Belgrade, Lyon, and Dijon definitely have a lot to offer and could easily make the list of underrated European cities
Thanks for your input!
I hear Lyon is really worth seeing. maybe next year after the Olympic furor in France has passed. France must be a madhouse this summer.
@@muzluv33 Waiting until after the Olympics is a smart idea to avoid the crowds. France is indeed buzzing with activity this summer!🤯
Living in one of these places: please stay away, do not come. Thanks
I understand your concern. It's always important to be respectful of local communities and their desire for privacy and tranquility. Thank you for sharing your perspective!
I challenge you too find one city on this planet that I will fall in love with.
I may be up for it! But first tell me a bit more about your expectations 🙂
@@geoinsider I am a very gentle loving man who loves nature and never goes to a city unless I have run out of something I can't grow or make myself so need to be able to buy everything I need in the one city, even if that city has only one street I will give you some help. that city must be within 25 miles of my home, near the coast and speak English and as far away from U.K. as humanly possible.
@@robertlee6479 Long shot, but my guesses are:
Nelson (a coastal city in New Zealand known for its natural beauty and small-town feel),
Hobart (a coastal city in Tasmania, Australia, with a small population and scenic views),
Or Portland (a coastal city in Maine, USA, known for its compact size and proximity to nature).
All of them as far from the UK as possible 😅
@@geoinsider Out of those you come closest with the first one as I have been there and for a city it comes very high on a lot of peoples list. So stay in that country and try again, but try going south. 5 out of 10 for getting the right country first.
Why there're nothing from Italy? 😢
There is no place called GOO-DA in The Netherlands.
It definitely exists, right at number 25 on the list! How could you have possibly missed it?
@@geoinsider www.google.com/search?q=how+do+you+pronounce+gouda+in+dutch&oq=how+do+you+pronounce+Gouda&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBwgBEAAYgAQyBwgAEAAYgAQyBwgBEAAYgAQyBwgCEAAYgAQyBwgDEAAYgAQyCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFE
Rostock did not impress me at ALL. I imagine that being on the coast it made an easy target for bombers during the war. I could come up with 50 more interesting cities in Germany alone. As for Malmö, skip it in favour of close by Lund.
Thank you for sharing your perspective
Rostock might not be for everyone, but it appeals to some (around 2 million people visit this city each year).
Travel experiences are personal, and it's wonderful to have so many choices in both Germany and Sweden
this is a good list. i've been to 9 already, and already have 2 more booked in for this year. I'll say, though, that Banja Luka is a hole. definitely not worth a visit.
It's great to hear that you've had the chance to visit so many places on the list and have more trips planned!
Where are you heading next? What are the two places you have booked? Safe travels!
List of churches in Europe? Maybe a more accurate title
BANJA LUKA IS PRONOUNCED "BANYA LUCA", NOT "BANDJA LUCA"! IT'S "BERN", NOT "BURN" and so on... for all the rest! The least you can do is to learn how to pronounce the names of this VERY POPULAR European cities!
Thanks for the pronunciation lesson! I'll make sure to brush up on my city names for future videos. Appreciate your keen attention to detail!
AI generated video with stock footage. Whoever made this video clearly has never been to most of the cities in the list
Interesting how much this bothers you. Why does it trigger such a strong reaction?
Misleading, most if not cities in the video are major tourist attractions.
@mikecasey218 thank you for your opinion.
I appreciate your feedback and will consider showcasing a broader range of cities in future content.
Which cities should be included on this list?
Those are small cities and they are not worth going unless you are near by .
Some of the cities on the list may be small, but definitely not all. And for sure, all are worth a visit!
Ai pronunciation 😂
Why do English speakers not try to got city names correct pronunciation?
Why do you assume they don't?
Pronunciation can be challenging, especially with city names from different languages
Many English speakers do try to get it right, but it can be difficult without guidance or practice
He's not English - he's American or AI! But yes, it is very sad not saying places properly - should you be able to visit if you can't say it even vaguely right? What disrespect.
Some of us do, I assure you!
@@geoinsider I assume you didn't because you surely know about Google. Search: "banja luka pronunciation." Takes 45 seconds. I say this as an American. There's no longer an excuse for lazy research by content creators.
We English speakers pronounce dollars pounds Euros Crowns pesos very well😮😊
Wroclaw is pronounced vrotswaf.
Thank you for the information! How do you know the correct pronunciation?
Eastern European names are often hard to pronounce. We are doing the best we can.
You pronounce Banja Luka wrong.
Thank you for pointing that out! How is it correctly pronounced?
@@geoinsider Google it
Tourists go home😂 greatings from Croatia
Hello @acidburnisive
That's a very bold statement, considering that 20% of Croatia's GDP comes from travel and tourism, making it the most tourist-dependent country in the entire EU.
There are also many regions where tourism is the only source of income.
Fortunately, the Croatians I've met have been much more friendly and welcoming.
Thanks for sharing your perspective though!
Please welcome us! Visited Croatia in 2012, and really fell in love with the cities: Zagreb, Zadar, Trogir, Dubrovnik, Split, and some villages. Thinking often about a return visit.
Belfast 🤦🏻♂️
Really appreciate the effort you put into this comment. Such a comprehensive and well-thought-out contribution. Thank you!
@@geoinsider a pleasure. You should visit and see for yourself. Gloomy, dull city. It has a very negative vibe. Which is no doubt due to its history.
I live in Lille and I hate it 🤣🤣 not worth a trip
ha ha ha, why is that? Any specific reason?
Not very informative. And would it be asking too much if the narrator pronounced at least ten percent of the city names correctly?
Hi @bradb.4682, thanks for your feedback! To make your comment more constructive, could you specify what kind of information you feel is missing or would have made the video more informative? Your suggestions can help me improve the content for future videos. Thanks!
Hypercolored drone footage and AI generated commentary, mehhh
Now make a list of Cities you should NOT visit, start with Amsterdam, the shame of the Netherlands.
Thanks for the suggestion! Actually, a list of cities to avoid is on my to-do list, so I might publish it soon. Out of curiosity, why don't you like Amsterdam?
Lasted Exactly 2min 14sec before I got bored of the constant drone shots and moved on the the next video, shame you didn't provide actual footage of an the "attractions" you were promoting.
Did you know that if you don't enjoy a video, there's no obligation to leave a comment? You can just skip to the next one without announcing it to everyone...
@@geoinsider Oh wow, no, I didn't know that, thank you so much for letting me know 😏
@@pezzatrol it's a shocker, right? There's even more than that as it turns out commenting boosts engagement and promotes the video! That's why I save my comments for the ones I like. Maybe you should try it! 😏
Cities are fine. The AI sucks.
Thanks for your feedback. Could you share what specifically you didn't like? Your insights could help improve future videos
Vilnius 20:46 really? Cruise ships on the background. How many video shots of other cities are fake?
No bulgarian city in the list? Plovdiv, Veliko Turnovo, Varna, Russe. Shame on you...
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! Those Bulgarian cities you mentioned are indeed beautiful!
It's a shame they didn't make it to the list. Hopefully, I'll have an opportunity to include them in future videos
If you want to have people believe you've been to these places, maybe learn how to pronounce the cities' names...
It seems like you might be assuming something that no one has claimed, but that's not my problem
I’m not trying to convince anyone of anything or pretend that I’ve been to all of these cities
The goal is to share interesting places that people might not have heard of
I'm only pointed out that you implied knowledge of those places, not all of which are as stellar as you presented them. Many people would logically assume you've been to these places.
Ouch! The way you pronounced Wrocław. No excuse for such sloppiness