Traveling away from popular tourist destinations and to areas that are hidden away in the continent has its own thrill, as it is far away from people and far away from commotion. It is just you and beautiful scenic views, allowing you to take a deep breath, admire the views, and capture it all in its true and majestic form, away from the people. Here are some destinations in northern Europe where you can find hidden beauty.

Alesund, Norway

Alesund is a charming little city on the coastline of Norway, and it is most beautiful during the summer months, as those are the days with the most sunlight and the longest opening hours, and is also rich in history, beautiful scenery, as well as Art Nouveau buildings. It is also the perfect place to go for hikes and long drives, and there are many places where you can go to do that, such as Trollstigen, which is a rollercoaster ride on a very steep mountain road, and is only 2 hours away from Alesund. You can also drive on the Atlantic Ocean Road, as the waves crash, and heavy wind blows to take the best road trip of your life. Other than that, you can hike to Storhornet or to Mount Aksla to see jaw-dropping views.

Visby, Sweden

Visby is a very beautiful and historic city and walking in this street will transport you back to medieval times. It has over 200 medieval buildings that are proof of its rich history, and if you want to learn more, you can even visit the Gotland Museum, which has a Treasury with over 67 kilograms of silver bangles, bracelets, and over 14,000 coins, the largest amount of silver that Europe had ever seen, and other than its history, you can also explore Visby’s beauty, as it is known as the city of roses because of its lush gardens filled with blooming roses. You can visit the Botanical Gardens there, which are 2.5 hectares wide, and find a variety of exotic rose species and trees.

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi has a very vibrant culture and breathtaking nature, and while it is also known for its crisp and chilly cold weather, it experiences all four seasons, and the city is worth experiencing in all four of them. Rovaniemi is in the northernmost part of Finland, within the Arctic Circle, and is also the official home of Santa Claus, so, when you are in Rovaniemi, you can visit him at any time of the year as he is always available. In Rovaniemi, you can light up campfires and sit around them while you enjoy the night that never ends and look up into the sky to spot constellations and count the stars which sparkle and twinkle or get on the back of a husky sled to see the Northern Lights. Travelling to hidden-away areas means that it is often hard to reach them through commercial flights, so this is where companies like Paramount Business Jets come in. Chartering a private plane provides an invaluable experience where you can schedule your flights with flexibility and have direct access to certain areas.

Saaremaa, Estonia

Saaremaa is an island in Estonia that has marshes, forests, beaches, and a lot of sun, and it also has diversified flora and fauna, and hosts many migratory birds and orchids. It has many tourist attractions, such as the Yuga Cliff on the Mahu Islands, which is a place right out of a picture with horses and cows grazing around amongst the beautiful scenery. It also hosts the Kuressaare castle, which is the only building in all the Baltic region that is as it was centuries ago and has not changed at all. You can also visit the Sõrve lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses there and with a height of 52 to 53 metres.

Conclusion

Europe has a lot to flex, and its famous destinations are not all the good ones. Hidden away in the continent are many streets, beaches, mountains, and valleys that will leave you speechless. So, when you travel in Europe, keep your expectations high, and venture to all those hidden spots before huge crowds do.