Autumn on the continent: the most beautiful and unknown autumn destinations in Europe

From Germany to Lapland, from Scotland to Romania - get the 7 most beautiful destinations for fall trips in golden, red and purple colors.

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09/09/2022

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Autumn and fall trip in Copenhagen, Denmark (Photo: Ziv Reinstein)

Here comes that time of the year again, when the nights get longer, the temperatures drop and the smells of autumn rise.

This is of course more true for Europe than for Israel, and this is exactly the reason to plan your fall and winter trips around Europe right now.

The bright colors are included in the package, as is the expected relief from heat waves.

Here are seven recommended destinations for a fall trip on the continent.

Lake Bled, Slovenia

Offering some of the most spectacular views in Slovenia, Lake Bled is also home to the country's only natural island.

A hike around the lake lasts about an hour and a half, which is certainly a long time to admire the bronze colors of the fall.

In the autumn season, the lake water is too cold to swim in, but it is definitely recommended to rent a rowing boat and reach the small island in the heart of the lake with it.

This is going to be a particularly photogenic cruise.

Home to the country's only natural island.

Lake Bled (Photo: ShutterStock)

The Lake District, England

A visit to the Lake District in northern England will make it clear to you why the area inspired so many romantic poets - from Samuel Taylor Coleridge to William Wordsworth.

The views in this area are breathtaking, and have been part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2017. It is recommended to arrive early in the morning at Lake Buttermere, and if the weather is clear you can enjoy the mirror-like appearance of the lake, where the autumn foliage is reflected. From there you should continue to Lake Coniston Water (Coniston Water), and next to it a beautiful combination of evergreen and deciduous trees.

inspired many romantic poets.

The Lake District in England (Photo: ShutterStock)

Perthshire, Scotland

This is perhaps the most suitable place in Scotland for autumn walks.

Some of the most spectacular landscapes await you in Perthshire.

In the area, which is partly hills and partly plains, you will find, among other things, Meikleour Beech Hedge - which boasts the Guinness record as the tallest and largest hedge in the world.

In addition, visit the Hermitage, an amazing stretch of forest that turns into a celebration of deep gold and red colors in the fall season.

In this place there is also a waterfall and the remains of incredibly romantic buildings.

And if the colors of nature are not enough for you in their natural state, you can order tickets for the Enchanted Forest light show held in Pitlochry forest.

This audiovisual show adds inspiration to the forest and is active in the months of September and October.

The most suitable place in Scotland for autumn walks.

Pitlochy Forest, Perthshire (Photo: ShutterStock)

Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany

Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, Germany is exactly what you think of when you think of fairytale castles.

This castle looks like it was taken from a Disney movie (and also inspired the creation of the park), with impressive turrets and lush forests that surround it.

In autumn, the fall that envelops the castle only adds to the scenic drama.

The castle is located in the Alps of Bavaria, and it is actually a palace built at the end of the 19th century for King Ludwig II.

You can only visit it as part of a guided tour.

And if you are in the area with a rental car, it is recommended to make the trip to the Black Forest (a matter of about five hours).

The magnificent forest will present you with an abundance of oak, beech and olemus trees.

A complete contrast to the abundance of pine trees that characterize the area of ​​the castle you visited.

Impressive minarets and dark forests that surround it.

Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany (Photo: ShutterStock)

Transylvania, Romania

True, many associate Transylvania with vampire stories and Gothic architecture, but it is also one of the best places in Europe to see amazing fall colors.

Mociar Forest is the oldest forest in Romania and is a perfect destination for a discovery trip in good weather.

Another way to enjoy the autumn scenery is to drive on Romania's many roads, especially those winding in the heights.

For example, the Transfagarasan road, whose nickname is "the road to heaven", stretches for 90 kilometers and connects Transylvania to Wallachia and reaches a height of 2,042 meters, making it the second highest road in Romania.

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Voltage along a length of 90 kilometers.

Transfagarshan road in Transylvania, Romania (Photo: ShutterStock)

Loire Valley, France

The Loire Valley in France, known especially for the reputation of its wines, looks beautiful in the autumn season.

Between tastings at the wineries, take a stroll through the vineyards, while the vines change color to deep red and purple.

All this beauty blends well with the local castles.

Try for example the Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire (Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire) which looks its best in autumn, also thanks to the vegetation in its area, which includes pumpkin crops of various species.

Vineyards in the Loire Valley, France (Photo: ShutterStock)

Lapland, Finland

Although Lapland is more associated with winter, you should know that it really comes alive in the fall season.

First and foremost, the Northern Lights look great this time of year.

In addition, the capital city Rovaniemi is full of trees that look their best.

Although this is not the time when it snows there, it is still cold days where the temperature drops to 2 degrees Celsius.

So it would be wise for you to pack warm clothes.

The Northern Lights in Rovaniemi, Finland (Photo: ShutterStock)

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