Lake Eibsee with its crystal clear turquoise waters is one of the most beautiful and famous lakes in the Bavarian Alps. Lake Eibsee is located at the foot of Germany’s highest mountain Zugspitze (2,950 meters (9,680 ft)) in the municipality of Grainau at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Eibsee is not a big lake. Its…
Lapland in northern Finland is a real winter wonderland. It is home to Santa Claus and it is usually associated with Christmas. The Rovaniemi International Airport in Lapland is the 3rd largest airport in Finland and it connects Lapland to other Finish cities and the entire world. Where is Lapland? Lapland is a geographical region…
Munich, the capital of the German state Bavaria, is surrounded by beautiful alpine lakes and rivers. Its proximity to the Alps and abundant job market makes it a popular destination to live in. Some popular lakes near Munich such as Starnbergersee and Ammersee are only 20 minutes to the south of Munich. In the city…
Partnach Gorge or Partnachklamm in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of the most famous and most beautiful gorges in Bavaria and in the entire Germany. It is a starting point for some of the most beautiful hikes in the Bavarian Alps. The gorge is 702 meters (2,303 ft) long and over 80 meters (260 ft) deep. The…
If you are visiting Lucerne, you should not miss Mount Pilatus, also known as the top of Lucerne. Both Pilatus and Lucerne are considered to be top destinations in Switzerland. Pilatus is best known for the steepest cogwheel railway in the world which takes you right to the top of the mountain. It has several…
The Dolomites are one of the most beautiful and prominent mountain ranges in Europe and in the whole world. Although there is no such thing as the best time to visit the Dolomites, each season of the year is good for different activities and has its own charm. Below you will find detailed information on…