Europe is full of picturesque lakes, surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Check out our list for the most beautiful lakes in Europe to add to your bucketlist and start planning your perfect European travel experience!
Lake Annecy, France – With a view to the Snowy Alps and pure turquoise waters, this lake is idyllic and enchanted. Visit Château d’Annecy – and add it to your list when planning a trip to France. This medieval castle turned museum overlooks the Annecy old town wan was once home to the Counts of Geneva.
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Lake Geneva, France and Switzerland – One of the largest lakes in Europe, this mirror like lake stretches between France and Switzerland. Lake Geneva is surrounded by charming small towns, vineyards, magnificent mountains and chateaux.
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Lake Como, Italy – Lake Como is renowned for its lavish reputation (hey, George Clooney lives here!) and the romantic small towns surrounding it. Visit Como on your road trip through Italy: it offers a view to the glistening lake and the stone-paved streets leading up to the impressive Como Cathedral.
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Lake Wastwater, England – Wastwater lies under the shadow of Scafell Pike, the second-tallest mountain in England, giving it an almost eerie feeling. Enjoy the amazing views of the surrounding peaks, whose tops are often covered by mist and fog. On a nice day, seeing the sun burst through the clouds and illuminate the lake is a really spectacular treat.
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Loch Ness, Scotland – South of Inverness, Loch Ness is a 23-mile-long freshwater lake in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. According to legend, this awe-inspiring lake is home to the Loch Ness Monster. Many sightings have been reported by locals since the 6th Century, which attest to a great dinosaur-like beast appearing in the still waters in the mountains.
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Plitvice Lakes, Crotaia – Plitvice Lakes are one of the most beautiful places in the world, and the scenery and surroundings at Plitvice are simply awe inspiring. Cascading waterfalls work their way down into one of the many lakes scattered throughout this UNESCO World Heritage Site, accompanied by a multitude of colors. Hike in the most peaceful setting and enjoy the untouched nature of one of the most beautiful places in Croatia.
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Lake Hallstatt, Austria – An UNESCO world heritage site, this beautiful Austrian lake is surrounded by some truly amazing scenery. Hallstatt is the crown jewel of Austria’s small towns, and is considered one of the loveliest lakeside towns in the world. Pastel colored houses, glistening lakes and snowy mountains, this town is a picture perfect sight.
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Lake Lucerne, Switzerland – Surrounded by mythical mountains, lush hills, meadows and forests, the lake has been called “The heart of Switzerland”. Lucerne is stunning with bright colored houses and a beautifully preserved old town.
Lake Garda, Italy – Garda is the largest lake in Italy and one of the most beautiful ones. It’s deep blue color is stunning against the olive and lemon groves, palms, and orange trees – along with the majestic landscapes and mountains that provide the background for the lake.
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Lake Bled, Slovenia – This emerald-green lake and a medieval castle, surrounded by the magnificent Alps create a picture perfect sight.
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