EUROPE’S MOST SURREAL PLACES THAT EVERY BACKPACKER MUST VISIT

Traveling in Europe is not all about the cities and museums. The natural beauty in Europe is worth your time and every backpacker must take some exquisite off-the-beaten paths during her time in Europe.

Here is a list of some surreal locations in Europe that you must visit on your next trip there. Know of other great spots we missed? Do tell us by adding them and vote for your favorite destinations on the list.

#1 Trolltunga – Hordaland, Norway

Perched at almost 2,300 feet above the Ringedalsvatnet Lake, Troltunga aka Troll’s Tongue is not for the faint-hearted. If you are not afraid of the dizzying heights, visit for the unbelievable view of the surrounding mountains and gorgeous lake below.

#2 Plitvice Lake National Park – Croatia

It is Croatia’s largest national park and one of the first natural sites classified as UNESCO World Heritage site. It is home to 16 lakes situated in a way that they seemingly cascade off one another, creating waterfalls that blend grays, greens, and blues effortlessly.

#3 Ice Canyon – Greenland

Nothing short of a miracle is the scene at the Ice Canyon in Greenland where ocean runs through a glacier. The deep blue ocean creates a striking contrast against the white of the ice. Almost makes you forget that Greenland has its own Grand Canyon hiding underneath the ice sheet, or that the country is technically a part of North America. Almost.

#4 Crystal Caves – Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland

Nothing short of computer-generated imagery, the view at Crystal Caves in Vatnajökull National Park is trippy. Created by water or geothermal heat moving through the glacier, the icy walls in the caves glow in gorgeous blue when sunlight penetrates through it.

#5 Tulip fields – Netherlands

We know the Netherlands are famous for tulip fields, but it doesn’t stop us from being completely gobsmacked the moment we see one of them in person. To get that same colorful sight in person we recommend visiting in April to see the tulips bloom.

#6 Point du Hoc, France

The cliff, sitting on France’s northern coast, overlooks the English Channel, which is enough to drop your jaw. If that is not enough, wait until you trek through numerous craters left by bombs during World War II. As much as the walk is humbling, the view is sublime!

#7 Blue Lagoon – Grindavik, Iceland

Another surreal spot in Iceland? Oh, yes. The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa that’s heated by a natural hot water spring near a lava flow (yes, lava), while silicate creates that blue coloring. Easy to see why it’s one of the world’s most visited attractions, yes?

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