Neuschwanstein Castle - Opening hours, parking, tours ...

Neuschwanstein Castle - Opening hours, parking, tours ...

December 26th, 2022

Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Germany. It is not surprising that its imposing appearance, slender towers and blue roof impressed even Walt Disney, who modelled several famous Disney castles based on it. Opinions about the castle are divided. Some find it kitschy and overcrowded, while others return almost every year. It is certainly an architectural wonder in the middle of Europe. Neuschwanstein Castle was built at the end of the 19th century by Ludwig

Hungary

Úrkút Primeval Karst 2022 - Parking, map, study trail ...

Úrkút Primeval Karst 2022 - Parking, map, study trail ...

July 11th, 2022

The wonder of the Bakony - one of the most interesting natural formations in Hungary - is the primeval karst on Úrkút. The chasm on the side of Csárda Hill is a real top-ranked place in the area. Our path leads down and up wooden stairs, surrounded by huge rock walls. Inside the karst, you can take a closer look at the special vegetation or even the former sea remains in the rock wall. It is an exciting and easy trip, which will be a perfect choice even with children. Overview Urk

Slovenia

Pomurska Region, Slovenia 2023

February 17th, 2023

Vast fields, soft hills, floating mills, healing waters, vineyards, unique dialects, and hospitable people - these are the components of the Pomurska region in the eastern part of Slovenia. It belongs to the Mura Statistical Region, and it's the most significant agricultural area in the country. Most tourists come here for the spas, and Radenci is at the top. Its therapeutic water has been used for therapeutic purposes for more than 120 years. But Banovci is also famous and notable for being th

Idrija Top 3 Attractions, Slovenia Guide 2022

Idrija Top 3 Attractions, Slovenia Guide 2022

December 30th, 2022

The city of Idrija, with 12,000 inhabitants, lies in a basin between hills at the confluence of karst and subalpine landscapes. The half-millennium history of mercury mining in the city has left an extremely rich and valuable technological and cultural heritage. In the summer of 2012, the city was also a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its mercury mines, which together with the Spanish Almadén were the world’s largest producers of mercury. And mining has had an impact not only on the city’s e

Brezice Top 5 Attractions - Slovenia Guide 2022

Brezice Top 5 Attractions - Slovenia Guide 2022

October 14th, 2022

Its border location has given both residents an advantage and a disadvantage in Brezice's turbulent history. It played a strategic role during the Turkish wars, and the Habsburg Empire provided huge sums of money to strengthen the city's defence system. Proof of this is the castle, which is still in excellent condition, where the Posavje Regional Museum now operates. However, the Military Border Guard also caused much trouble for the city. It was first occupied by the Turks, then by the Germans

Ajdovscina Top 7 Attractions, Slovenia Guide 2022

Ajdovscina Top 7 Attractions, Slovenia Guide 2022

October 7th, 2022

Ajdovscina is the largest settlement in the Vipava Valley, the economic and cultural center of the region. It could be a completely average small Slovenian town, but it is not. It is the only city in Slovenia founded by the Romans and is still surrounded by city walls in an almost intact condition. Ajdovscina's name was made known far and wide by artists such as the painter and graphic artist Veno Pilon or the Renaissance painter born here, Anton Cebej. Map - Where is Ajdovscina located?

Slovakia

Bratislava Top 13 Attractions, Slovakia Guide 2022

Bratislava Top 13 Attractions, Slovakia Guide 2022

November 11th, 2022

Bratislava, the Slovak capital, has countless attractions within its borders and beyond. The city, located next to the Austrian border, is very popular - especially among Hungarian and Austrian tourists. Regardless of the season, in winter and summer, many people visit its museums, squares, and castles in the area, but even the Christmas market is very popular. ?Today, Bratislava is the political, cultural and economic center of Slovakia. Many people do not know, but until 1919 it was called Pr

Háj Waterfalls (Hájske vodopády), Slovakia - Hiking route, GPS, details ...

Háj Waterfalls (Hájske vodopády), Slovakia - Hiking route, GPS, details ...

October 26th, 2022

The Haj Waterfall is only a few minutes from the previously presented Zadielska gorge. The waterfall in Slovakia is located in the Gorge of Háj, part of the Slovak Karst National Park. Interestingly, it consists of not only one but 10 different waterfalls. The hiking trail leading through the forest is easy and kid-friendly. The length, size and names of the ten unique waterfalls vary. What they have in common is that they are located in a 6.5 km long valley between two Slovak villages: Haj and

Trencin Castle (Trenčiansky hrad) - Parking, opening hours, history...

Trencin Castle (Trenčiansky hrad) - Parking, opening hours, history...

October 17th, 2022

Looking at Trencin Castle (Trenčiansky hrad), one might think he is looking at a postcard. The fortress rises on the limestone cliff (Maria Hill) in the heart of the village of Trenčín, above the Vah valley. The white-walled castle with a wooden roof has recently been renovated. However, this is not a painting but the seat of Matthew III Csák. ?The castle is a symbol of the Vah region. Overview Trencin Castle Details Country Slovakia Location Vah valley Address

Orava Castle, Slovakia (Oravský hrad) - Opening hours, details ...

Orava Castle, Slovakia (Oravský hrad) - Opening hours, details ...

September 19th, 2022

Oravský hrad, or Orava Castle, played an essential role in the life of historical Hungary. It defended the country from the north and the trade route to Poland. Of course, this role has disappeared today, so let’s just visit him for his beauty. It is no coincidence that it is one of the most beautiful fortresses in Slovakia. The castle is located in the Orava region, next to the Orava River. The 13th-century medieval castle was built on a 112-meter-high rock face. The castle is the most promine

Romania

Iron Gates, Danube’s Big Boilers (2022) - Romania

Iron Gates, Danube’s Big Boilers (2022) - Romania

March 17th, 2021

On the border of Romania and Serbia, you will find one of the most exciting and most visited parts of the Danube, the Big Boilers. The strait separates the Carpathians from the Balkan Mountains. This part of the Danube is famous not only for this reason but also for the Iron Gate and the Big Boilers located on it. In our current article, we look at the location, learn more about the area's history, and discover its natural treasures. With its vast latitudes, this part of the Danube is a truly w

Bigar Cascade Falls, Romania - Maps, opening hours, prices...

Bigar Cascade Falls, Romania - Maps, opening hours, prices...

November 3rd, 2020

Located in the Cheile Nerei-Beusnita National Park, Bigar Falls is one of the most beautiful cascades in Romania and even in Europe. The waterfall was also ranked on the list of the eight most special waterfalls in the world. The waterfall is not famous for its enormous height or amount of water - but for its special, bell-shaped formations. The whole world discovered the place, which already fits into a fairy tale, only a few years ago. In Romanian, you will find the waterfall called Cascada

The Bran Castle ? – Maps, opening hours, prices, Dracula, etc.

The Bran Castle ? – Maps, opening hours, prices, Dracula, etc.

October 26th, 2020

The Bran Castle in Transylvania, which can be visited from the inside, is known not only by lovers of history but also by fans of movies and novels, as the name of the castle is now washed together with the name of Count Dracula. Although the locals are not pop culture fans and do their best so that the castle is defined mainly by its true history, in this article, we will also cover the prince of vampires. No trip to Transylvania can miss the famous Bran Castle, which now functions as a museum