Skip the crowds and uncover Northern Europe’s hidden gems, from charming towns, scenic escapes, to cultural treasures.
Northern Europe might be defined
roughly to include some or all of the following areas: British Isles, Fennoscandia, the peninsula of Jutland, the Baltic plain that lies to the east and the many islands that lie offshore from mainland Northern Europe and the main European continent. In some cases, Greenland is also included. The areas involved in Nothern Europe are partly mountainous that includes the northern volcanic islands of Iceland, the mountainous western seaboard, Scotland, Scandinavia, and often includes part of the large plain east of the Baltic Sea.
The countries in Northern Europe boast of colourful old towns from some of the region's richest trading cities, and the museums stating the importance of the ancient Vikings. There are also those far-flung islands where the sun never sets in summer, magnificent lakes that go as far as the eye can see. If you are tempted to make the next travel plan then here are some suggestions for some lesser-known Nothern European countries.
Reykjavik
The compact Icelandic capital of Reykjavik is the ideal coastal city to base yourself for an adventure in this snowy, glacier-strewn land. Learn about the culture of this intriguing country namely, Vikings from the many museums on offer, like the National and Saga Museum. Reykjavik is the capital and largest city of Iceland, located on the southern shore of Faxafli bay. It is the world’s northernmost capital of a sovereign state and center of Iceland’s cultural, economic, and governmental activity making it a popular tourist destination. It is among the cleanest, greenest, and safest cities in the world.
Malmo
It is thethird-largest city in all of Sweden with mainland Europe a quick ferry-crossing away. One can easily find over 150 different nationalities in Malmo offering an international mix of Italian cafes, Middle Eastern markets for shopping, and fashionable bars. Then there is Gamla Staden or the Old Town zing of handsome Dutch Renaissance buildings far away from the modern Malmo.
Finland
The densely wooded landscapes and its vibrant capital city Helsinki that has a thriving cultural scene, making for a great city break to visit galleries and attend concerts. It is recommended to visit Helsinki in the summertime and at the same time hop on to the neighbouring Scandinavian capitals. For arctic adventure, travel to Finland’s far northern Lapland region in winters and you could enjoy dog-sledding, snowmobiling, reindeer tours, trips to Santa Claus Village, northern lights safaris, and more.
A few other places are Norway for the northern lights in winter, Bergen, and Gotland.
