Being from Austria, I have to tell you that Salzburg is actually OVERcrowded with tourists all year round. Go to Graz instead or visit some of the numerous spectacular cloisters or castles or take in the varied landscape by train/car/bike. Small cities like Krems, Baden, Steyr, Gmunden,Friesach, Hall, Feldkirch have lots of charm.
Thanks for sharing your local insights! Graz and the other cities you mentioned sound amazing. I'll definitely consider highlighting these charming spots in future content. Appreciate your recommendations! :)
I have to agree. Salzburg, even in early May, was packed and the people seemed pretty over it already. Vienna was friendlier... And that's apparently an achievement 😂. In fact, I found Vienna quite polite despite its reputation. It made me wonder what people expect and I'm Canadian.
Decent list even though most of these towns are well known. Some other: Szeged, Hungary Rovinj, Croatia Mostar, BIH Nauplion, Greece Aachen, Germany Brugge, Belgium
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the list. All your ideas are fantastic and definitely deserve more attention. I'll definitely consider them for future content. Thanks again for your input!
Bratislava, Slovakia Sofia, Plovdiv, Veliki Trnovo, Bulgaria Irkutsk, Siberia Bilbao, Donostia, Spain Bayonne, Carcassonne, France Lescala/Casaques/Girona, Spain Omiš, Croatia Fribourg, Murten, Gruyeres, Switzerland ..some of my own favourites
@@geoinsider I thought that I will hear of or see cities or towns that I did not know about in the first place. Cities and little towns that are beautiful and where you would have to make a deep dive in Europe´s Geography to come across them. Real hidden gems.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! To make this comment more helpful and constructive for other people reading this thread can you suggest a shortlist of cities worth visiting in the Netherlands?
@@geoinsider the video was excellently done. Perhaps "Hidden" in the title may seem inappropriate to some people, especially Europeans who would be quite familiar with many of these cities, but millions of people who visit Europe (e.g. people from Asia, the Americas or Africa), would not think of them when planning a visit, and probably never even heard of many of these cities, so it is not entirely inappropriate. It depends on which part of the global audience we are talking about.
Yeah and with the random stock footage they always put in these videos , I'd rather have just pictures when there is no video footage, but actually from the beach, market, etc. that is talked about
Well, I have to admit that these cities are hidden to me. For that reason, I'm very grateful you made this video. I think it was well done! Thank you so much.❤
You should try Bergamo in Italy. A really nice city whose airport is Ryanair's Milan airport. It has an upper city and a lower city connected by a funicular and if you're into shopping, one of Italy's biggest malls is a short walk from the airport. As at 10 June 2024 you can get a daytrip from Stansted airport for 32 quid.
Thanks for the recommendation! Bergamo sounds like an amazing place to visit, especially with the convenient transport links and shopping options. I'll definitely consider it for my next trip ❤️
People need to relax. Not everyone has heard of all of these places. And compared to places like Paris they are not as traveled. So either watch it or don't. There were a few that i learned that are now on my list of places to hit up.
You're absolutely right! People do seem to get too triggered by a quite innocent video... On the positive side I'm glad to hear that some of these places made it onto your list. Happy travels, and thanks for watching! ❤️
It's great to hear that you've explored so many of these cities! Porto is indeed gaining popularity but I think it's well deserved Which of the nine cities was your favorite?
@@geoinsider Of the ones I've visited relatively in the past ten years, Porto, then Vilnius, followed by Coimbra, Valencia, and Segovia in no particular order. Ghent is probably at the end of this list, but also well worth visiting.
That's a fantastic list! Each of those cities has its own unique charm. Porto, Valencia and Vilnius are definitely my favorite ones. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
@@jerryholland5557 That's amazing! Belfast, Dresden, and Salzburg all have such unique histories and atmospheres. What were some of your favorite experiences in each city?
I understand your point. While Belfast has a complex history, it has also made significant strides in fostering a strong sense of community in recent years
I applaud you for your incredible patience with the undeservedly hostile comments by us Europeans. People planning their holiday will benefit from these ideas In general avoiding the most touristy places is an unquestionable win. You'll get just as much history and culture - literally missing out on nothing at all except the crowds.
Hi @companyjoe, Thank you so much for your kind words and I'm really happy to hear that you found the video helpful, it means a lot to me! Europe has so many wonderful places beyond the usual tourist spots that it's probably impossible to list all of them in one video While selections might have been different, travel is always a personal experience and I am really happy with the places listed here and would recommend them to my friends too Your encouragement means a lot, and I hope many travelers will benefit from exploring these underrated cities Thank you for your comment!
It’s true that a few of these gems are not so hidden. I’ve lived in and near Switzerland for most of my adult life and would not recommend Berne or Lucerne as little known places - I’d be more likely to mention Chur or Lausanne instead. These two places are also relatively well known, but not with English speakers. What I really like about this video is the focus on many places outside the usual Germany-France-Italy region. If I were responsible for the content here, I’d make each city’s introduction a bit longer and break the whole thing down into 4 or 5 videos. In this format, it’s easy to forget what you’ve seen by the end.
@@marjoriebelt2842 Thank you so much for your very constructive and helpful comment! I’m just starting my channel and planning to experiment with different formats, and your suggestion to make each city's introduction a bit longer and break the content down into multiple videos is fantastic. I’ll likely give that a try. You're absolutely right about the cognitive bias-what seems like a hidden gem to me or others from the US might not be viewed the same way by someone living in Western Europe, but that's the magic of the Internet. Whatever you do there will always be someone not happy with the output Thanks again for your thoughtful feedback!
Thank you so much for showing the beauty of all these cities, because I never had seen so much of them before and they are so very well filmed....and I am looking forward to your next stories of interesting European towns ...many of them would be very glad to be on your list❤
@@notburgasinger6316 Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and discovered new cities through it. A new video is in the making, so stay tuned for more stories of interesting European towns! ❤️
It's true that a lot of visitors to The Netherland skip Gouda, but still it is pretty crowded with tourists who know to appreciate the unique beauty of it. The city hall is indeed a breathtaking monument and the stained glass windows at the Sint Janskerk are beautiful byond believe. But take a stroll in the cheese museum and don't forget the enjoy the original Goudse Stroopwafels.
Yay! Thank you for having Coimbra and Porto on your list. Not being biased but these two neighboring awesome cities are well worth it. I should know. I live in one of them. On the Spanish side, I'll add Salamanca.
Hi @lucaspierre9305! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Coimbra and Porto are indeed fantastic cities with so much to offer Thanks for the recommendation of Salamanca; it’s definitely a gem worth exploring on the Spanish side ❤️ If you have any other suggestions or hidden spots, feel free to share!
Why do so many of the "hidden" cities turn out to be pretty well known to tourists? Segovia, Salzburg, Porto, Santiago, Coimbra (a regular on lists of top Portuguese destinations), etc.
Good question! To me "hidden gem" doesn't mean it's not a tourist spot. It's rather something with value or beauty that's not immediately apparent and has received far less recognition than it deserves It's all about personal perspective; for instance, I first heard about Segovia just a year ago. It does attract tourists, but definitely fewer than major hubs like London with its 20 million visitors. Hope that makes sense!
Norwich in the East Anglian area is rather off the central north/south route in the UK has links and influence from Holland reflected in it's architecture. It has a cathedral, a number of beautiful churches and a castle in which the local museum is sited.
@@Luca-c5w Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you enjoyed the list. Lyon is a fantastic suggestion. I totally agree with you about Zagreb and Ljubljana both being wonderful cities to explore. Thanks for the great additions!❤️
Lyon being the 3rd biggest french city (and even 2nd if we're talking about the urban area) make the recommandation a bit weird but it's a great city. I also love Bordeaux and Montpellier in the top 10 biggest french cities.
I would add Taormina in Sicily. We were on a Mediterranean cruise and there was a stop in Sicily (Messina) and we went on an excursion to Taormina. We absolutely fell in love with it. Apparently they fimed the second season of "White Lotus" there. The city has been occupied for more than 2000 years. Cool restaurants and shops.
Thanks for the recommendation, @jmace1957! I’m a huge fan of "White Lotus" and somehow missed Taormina from the list... It definitely is a place that should be included Thanks for sharing your experience!
Porto is an amazing city with so much charm! It's easy to see why you fell in love with it and it is a great place to consider for retirement. While Riga has its own unique appeal, Porto definitely has a special magic. Wishing you the best in making that dream a reality!
Very informative video, thanks. Although I live in Europe and have been to some of those places there are some I haven't visited but would consider it after watching it. Being from Northern Spain I would like to point out that it is Santiago de Compostela (not di Compostella 😊). There are other cities in Spain that I would recommend: Avila, Salamanca and Caceres. In England (where I live) I would recommend Bath, York and Canterbury.
What about some of the cities and towns in Slovakia, such as Bratislava (the Caipital), Kosice (has the largest cathedral in Slovakia and home of the second oldest marathon in the world), Banska Stiavnica (once the silver capital of Europe and home to the Calvaria pilgrimage chapels), and Bardejov (its entire old town square is a Unesco heritage site).
Beautiful video, most are gems, but not hidden, would've loved to have seen one or two Italian cities, in 31 cities not one mention of an Italian medieval city or historical town😢
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Italian medieval cities are truly special-I'll definitely consider including them in future lists. Do you have any favorite Italian cities you'd recommend?
@@geoinsider thank you for your response, and yes I do. Here are a few: Taormina, Modica, Palermo, these are in Sicily. Matera, Ostuni, and others in Puglia. Pompeii in Campania. Ercolano in Lazio.
@@MsBaby1959 Thank you so much for sharing these suggestions! I’ll definitely try to include them in future videos Each of the places you mentioned has its own unique charm and history Do you have a favorite among them?
@@MsBaby1959 Pompeii is awesome, good choice! I just came back from the Amalfi Coast a week ago, so chances are I'll be making a video about it soon. It wasn't all roses and butterflies, though. Have you been to the Amalfi Coast?
I guess my tongue got a bit tangled up there. Sorry for the butchering, Kristina! I'll make sure Banja Luka gets the perfect pronunciation it deserves from now on Thanks for your understanding and for loving the shoutout to your hometown! ❤️🎉
Thank you for your comment! I noticed that out of the 31 cities mentioned, only 6 are from Spain or Portugal. Perhaps you were suggesting this as an idea for a future video? Sounds like it could be a great topic!
No, I didn't mean that. Actually, some European countries were missed, although they also have hidden gems. No offence, but instead, you put Spain and Portugal as like 20% of all destinations you presented. Seems to me you don't know Europe much. Will not comment more.
@@lamarchandbox1187 No offense taken! It's just a video I made and the choices are pretty subjective. Some people may like it, some don't. I appreciate different opinions and I'm glad you communicated yours constructively. Thank you for watching anyways!
I'm happy, you picked one north german cities (Rostock). Normally everyone wants to see Berlin or a city in Bavaria, but North Germany gets not much attention. I can also recommend Lüneburg (and the Lüneburger Heide), Lübeck or Bremen. Last one got a few more tourists but I wouldn't call my hometown overcrowded with tourists.
I loved visiting Lubeck and Bremen. I am an organist and was awestruck at the Marienkirche and that organ which I heard in a reciral that evening. Those concerts are part of the Abendmusik (Evening Music) concerts started by the organist Dietrich Buxtehude in the 17th century by such famous organists as the late Walter Kraft in the 60's and 70's and to the present day. Bremen is also beautiful as well. Visited each of them on day trips out of Hamburg where I was staying - one hour at most travel time to both cities.
I’ve been to Europe 4 times, but only have visited one city on your list (Valencia). With those beautiful views, I’m inspired to go beyond the larger cities and see some in this video. Thanks!
Hi @marcosmadeiros9553 and thank you for your comment! Valencia is indeed a beautiful city ❤️ Europe has so many hidden gems that often go unnoticed, and I'm glad this video could spark your interest in visiting some of them Which cities from the list are you most excited to see?
Other worthwhile cities for this list in no particular order - have not visited in a while so they be overcrowded now but here goes. Would appreciate any feedback or updates. Seville, Spain Toledo, Spain Innsbruck, Austria Bruges, Belgium Bratislava, Slovakia Toulouse, France Lubeck, Germany Bremen, Germany Leipzig, Germany The Hague, Netherlands Haarlem, Netherlands Gothenburg, Sweden Luxembourg City, Luxembourg Would have liked to include cities and towns in Italy but IMHO the whole country is overrun with tourists most of the year. Same for the UK.
Wow, you've put a lot of thought into this list! These are all fantastic suggestions It's always a challenge to narrow it down, and your recommendations are greatly appreciated And yeah, I agree about Italy and the UK being overrun with tourists most of the year. Thanks for sharing!🙏
@@Entername-md1ev Fair point! In my opinion, for someone living in Europe, these places might not feel hidden, but for people from the US or Asia, they can still be undiscovered gems
Hidden? Unterrated? I live in Luzern and our city is completely overrun by tourists, and has always been. It's one of Switzerlands majour tourist hubs. And I just was in Porto last week - it IS a major tourist destination, it's extremely touristy and by no means a "hidden gem" or a "lesser known locale". And just before you call my comment" hostile" or tell me to be "more constructive": I don't say your video is bad at all, I just find the title misleading.
Hey @marcozg77, I don't think your comment is hostile or not constructive at all Sharing your experience is valuable and helps (hopefully not only me) get unique insights What I'm getting from the comments is that different audiences react differently to the same content, which is okay too. The video is aimed at a US audience first, where many people haven't heard about Lucerne at all, but for someone who's local or simply based in Europe, the impression may be different. I guess it would be similar if the roles were reversed. Lastly, this video never pretended to be the most objective or best documentary ever. It's just a subjective list that I'm sharing with the world just for fun. For that, it's way too much polarizing the audience. Like you are not allowed to have your own preferences What title would be less misleading in your opinion?
@@geoinsider Thanks for your detailed answer, I appreciate it. Your video description says "top 10 less touristy places" (which is strange, doesn't your video title actually say 31 cities...?) I still think this is not really true, regardless of audience. It is true that some of these places (like Sibiu) really aren't that well known, even in central europe (I mean, I do know that Sibiu is the eastern-most town that once was german speaking, but I never been there and don't know anyone who was). But places like Porto are very well known. They are overrun, maybe not (yet) as bad as Barcelona or Rome, but still. I'm not good with titles but something like "You will love these european cities"? Again, no rant, and I don't think anyone is disallowing your preferences, but I still do think that it is a strange categorization even though my first comment may have been a bit too harsh.
@@marcozg77Yeah, most of them aren't hidden. With a bit of adaptation you could make the title true for the average American, but there is also a strict limit with how long you can make the title and still having people click on it. However, I think this should be addressed in the intro instead of saying, that you most likely haven't heard of them and then even having several capital cities in the list. 😅
We got off the train in Luzern, immediately boarded a ferry then spent several days relaxing in Weggis. It was not crowded at all- first week of July 2024.
@Libre987 Istanbul is indeed an incredible city and a must-visit destination The reason it didn't make the list is that it's not considered underrated or a hidden gem With almost 18 million tourists visiting each year, Istanbul is as popular and well-known as cities like London, Rome, and Barcelona, which also didn't make it to the list for the same reason. My aim was to highlight lesser-known destinations that deserve more attention. Istanbul's charm and significance are already recognized by many travelers worldwide 🙂
Wow, that's amazing! It's incredible to think about such a large basilica made entirely of bricks and its capacity to hold 25,000 people. Thanks for sharing! Is it the highest church in Poland?
@@geoinsider No , the highest church tower in Poland of about 141 m high is in Licheń New Basilica Church . Also there are about 20 other churches higher than Gdańsk ST. Mary's Basilica in Poland .
@@beatabonin4131 Thanks for the additional information! The Licheń New Basilica Church sounds impressive with its towering height. It’s incredible how many monumental churches there are in Poland. Do you have a favorite among these?
How can you choose Ljubljana without a mention of nearby Lake Bled? Also, I think Trieste deserves a place on this list, more so than a city such as Lucerne, which is overrun with tourists.
Lake Bled is indeed stunning and worth visiting, though it's about an hour's drive from Ljubljana, making it more suitable for a broader trip to Slovenia Trieste is another fantastic suggestion-its rich history and beautiful waterfront are often overlooked Thanks for sharing these insights!
Most of these cities look the same. For a different vibe and architecture head to the smaller cities, UNESCO World Heritage Gjirokaster (The Silver City/Stone City birthplace of the world famous writer Ismail Kadare and the Albanian dictator Enver Hoxha (that's pronounced Hodga) and Berat (The City of One Over The Other Windows/The City of A Thousand Windows) in Albania. They are human scale and charming, nestled within beautiful natural scenery of meandering river valleys and mountains that reach for the sky.
@@mendjelire8392 Thanks for sharing these recommendations! Gjirokaster and Berat sound like incredible places to visit with their unique vibe and rich history. I actually mention one of these cities in another video about the best cities to live in the Mediterranean. It’s great to highlight these lesser-known gems!
Those are not Spanish empanadas 😅 those look more like Latin empanadas (From Colombia, Argentina or Uruguay) Galician empanadas look more like pies, they are larger.
Sadly, Porto is far from underrated. It has become "over-touristed" more quickly than pretty much anywhere I can think of. It's still great but stay away from peak season. What you really want is a city that is inaccessible to cruise ships.
Good question! Yes, the famous Hagia Sophia is in Istanbul However there are also other notable places inspired by it, like the Hagia Sophia Church in Thessaloniki, Greece, Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv, Ukraine, and the Hagia Sophia in Iznik, Turkey Each of these places reflects the architectural and cultural influence of the original
Great, but Europe is generally overtly populated. It is Also very expensive, but the culture and architecture is second to none. Hungary is a very interesting country. There is so much to see in Europe. Even if you had Nine lives, you would never get through it all. You cannot compare, but Spain is still one of the greatest tourist countries in the world. Europe is just so beautiful and historical. Portugal blows you away as does Croatia and many other places. The EU is full of land and sea treasures. And after the EU created new laws, Nature and wildlife has recovered. Europe is a gift from God.
Millions have already discovered most of these "hidden" towns and cities. It is not easy to find places where you can take a photo without lots of people beside or behind you!
That's a good point! While many have discovered these 'hidden' towns and cities, there are still plenty of people who haven't heard about them yet It's always nice to share these beautiful places with others who may not be aware of them Thanks for the thoughtful comment!
@@galbax1 I wouldn’t draw a line between content creators and those writing comments. Once you put any kind of output online, whether it’s a comment, blog article or a video, you make yourself vulnerable to judgment Pointing out errors constructively is beneficial for everyone. Simply venting frustrations in a rude way doesn't help anyone I'm open to constructive feedback and value broader perspectives. I'm even excited about comments saying how I could have done better with my selection etc However, if the only comment on a 30-minute video focuses on one misspelled word while the comment itself contains errors, it does seem hypocritical in the best case scenario
@@geoinsider It's funny, before the video I picked like 3 or 4 beautiful cities that are really rarely mentioned and you had none of them xD gives you room for more videos though. As a challenge you can try not to pick any capitals next time - my gf rolled her eyes at you for that ^^ but we had a great time with your video otherwise :)
Acho que faltam vídeos que explorem a cidade pelo nível real do turista. Muitas imagens feitas por drogas passam uma visão que vc não terá da cidade e pode enganar com altas expectativas.
Been to a few cities on your list including Porto and Coimbra. Portugal is becoming over-touristy though. The place to go in Portugal now is Braga, Guimaraes and related. They don't see the level of tourists like Porto. They do see pilgrims en route to Santiago de Compostela. I made the trek from Porto to Santiago de Compostela with my wife of 20 years. My wife was the pilgrim. I was just present to accompany her, as I am not Roman Catholic (though my wife is).
Hi @rahuliyer7456! Thank you for sharing your experiences! Braga and Guimarães sound like wonderful alternatives, thanks for recommendations! The trek from Porto to Santiago de Compostela must have been an incredible experience, especially sharing it with your wife❤️ If you have any other hidden gems or tips for traveling in Portugal, please share!
Arles is definitely not too small! Selecting just 31 cities from all of Europe is quite a challenging task, and many wonderful places get left out Your recommendation of Arles is a fantastic one, and it certainly deserves recognition. Thanks for sharing! ❤️
English-speaking speakers in such videos should consult locals about the correct pronunciation of foreign names. For instance, Banja Luka should be pronounced Banya Luka, like New York or New Jersey.🤓😉
Thank you for your feedback! I agree, and I'm still learning, so I will definitely try to make adjustments for future videos. I'm glad it's not as bad as I thought, as you are the very first person to point that out 🙃
Hi @bradb.4682, thanks for your feedback! To make your comment more constructive, could you specify what kind of information you feel is missing or would have made the video more informative? Your suggestions can help me improve the content for future videos. Thanks!
Actually, it was 979 in 2023 and now it's 1013 in 2024, but nonetheless, it's still over 800! 😉 Poland's towns are clearly multiplying faster than I can keep up! Guess we need a whole new video series just for Poland's hidden gems! 😊
Those are great suggestions! Belgrade, Lyon, and Dijon definitely have a lot to offer and could easily make the list of underrated European cities Thanks for your input!
I totally get your reaction! I love Italy so much that I might have been a bit biased, which is why it didn't make it into the video this time. I'll try not to skip it next time! I visit Italy at least twice a year because I can't resist its charm. In fact, I'm heading to Naples tomorrow, so it's very likely I'll be adding a video about the Amalfi Coast pretty soon. Thanks for understanding!
@@arthurbarber7546 Finding a city in Italy that people haven't heard of? Now that's a tough mission! 😂 Got any secret Italian spots I should add to the list? Help a researcher out!
Hello @acidburnisive That's a very bold statement, considering that 20% of Croatia's GDP comes from travel and tourism, making it the most tourist-dependent country in the entire EU. There are also many regions where tourism is the only source of income. Fortunately, the Croatians I've met have been much more friendly and welcoming. Thanks for sharing your perspective though!
Please welcome us! Visited Croatia in 2012, and really fell in love with the cities: Zagreb, Zadar, Trogir, Dubrovnik, Split, and some villages. Thinking often about a return visit.
I understand your concern. It's always important to be respectful of local communities and their desire for privacy and tranquility. Thank you for sharing your perspective!
Why do you assume they don't? Pronunciation can be challenging, especially with city names from different languages Many English speakers do try to get it right, but it can be difficult without guidance or practice
He's not English - he's American or AI! But yes, it is very sad not saying places properly - should you be able to visit if you can't say it even vaguely right? What disrespect.
@@geoinsider I assume you didn't because you surely know about Google. Search: "banja luka pronunciation." Takes 45 seconds. I say this as an American. There's no longer an excuse for lazy research by content creators.
Without Europe the world would still 🎉have been a jungle. The most beautiful and attractive and Well-educated people live there, but the Continent Also has it share of everyday problems.
@@genevievedonn5853 I think it’s important to distinguish between opinions and facts. Some cities do indeed benefit from more tourism. Maybe check the data, and we can have a more informed discussion afterward
@@angelagaare5442 Thank you! Unfortunately, I have to agree, but that's what I was expecting, to be honest. Still, if even a handful of people enjoy it, it makes me happy because I do it mostly for fun
Thanks for your comment! I understand your surprise. Italy has many beautiful cities, but for this list, I focused on some lesser-known gems across Europe There are plenty of Italian cities worth visiting, even if they didn't make this particular list Which Italian cities would you add to the list?
Great video...There are many underreted cities in Italy, because they are close to more famous one: Bergamo and Brescia, Vicenza, Pistoia, Ascoli, Viterbo, Ragusa and others
@mikecasey218 thank you for your opinion. I appreciate your feedback and will consider showcasing a broader range of cities in future content. Which cities should be included on this list?
@@margsangster8994 Glad you're enjoying the videos! That Wroclaw one was one of my first, and I learned the pronunciation the hard way. It's much better in the later ones, I promise! Thanks for the tip!🙂
Being from Austria, I have to tell you that Salzburg is actually OVERcrowded with tourists all year round. Go to Graz instead or visit some of the numerous spectacular cloisters or castles or take in the varied landscape by train/car/bike.
Small cities like Krems, Baden, Steyr, Gmunden,Friesach, Hall, Feldkirch have lots of charm.
Thanks for sharing your local insights!
Graz and the other cities you mentioned sound amazing. I'll definitely consider highlighting these charming spots in future content.
Appreciate your recommendations! :)
I have to agree. Salzburg, even in early May, was packed and the people seemed pretty over it already. Vienna was friendlier... And that's apparently an achievement 😂. In fact, I found Vienna quite polite despite its reputation. It made me wonder what people expect and I'm Canadian.
@@ChrisLovesThisGame friendly Canadians are always welcome and well received. Glad you liked my home town 👍🤗
Wonderfull city, Graz! One of my favourites!
as a fellow austrian i can only say: please stay away from Salzburg - there are already way too many tourists here.
Decent list even though most of these towns are well known.
Some other:
Szeged, Hungary
Rovinj, Croatia
Mostar, BIH
Nauplion, Greece
Aachen, Germany
Brugge, Belgium
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the list.
All your ideas are fantastic and definitely deserve more attention. I'll definitely consider them for future content.
Thanks again for your input!
Excellent additions!
Bratislava, Slovakia
Sofia, Plovdiv, Veliki Trnovo, Bulgaria
Irkutsk, Siberia
Bilbao, Donostia, Spain
Bayonne, Carcassonne, France
Lescala/Casaques/Girona, Spain
Omiš, Croatia
Fribourg, Murten, Gruyeres, Switzerland
..some of my own favourites
@@bluemavrykgreat list! Live in Girona and love it. For anyone interested there is a typo for Cadaques
The title is completely misleading... Hidden Europe? Most of them - if not all - are well known tourist spots.
I'm sorry that you feel that way. However to make your comment more constructive, which cities do you think should be included?
@@geoinsider I thought that I will hear of or see cities or towns that I did not know about in the first place. Cities and little towns that are beautiful and where you would have to make a deep dive in Europe´s Geography to come across them. Real hidden gems.
Exactly. Gouda is a tourist town. There are more interesting medieval cities in the Netherlands.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! To make this comment more helpful and constructive for other people reading this thread can you suggest a shortlist of cities worth visiting in the Netherlands?
@@geoinsider the video was excellently done. Perhaps "Hidden" in the title may seem inappropriate to some people, especially Europeans who would be quite familiar with many of these cities, but millions of people who visit Europe (e.g. people from Asia, the Americas or Africa), would not think of them when planning a visit, and probably never even heard of many of these cities, so it is not entirely inappropriate. It depends on which part of the global audience we are talking about.
The funniest part about this European city video is the thumbnail city is Edmonton, AB in Canada 🤣
Yeah I'm from Edmonton and I'm so confused
I never went there but I knew what it looked like and I thought that it was really funny that it's on the thumbnail for a video about Europe.
that "Vilnius" drone footage at 20:50 is actually Tallinn !
Not surprised..not a bad list, but smacks of AI, which always has glitches like that..name pronunciation is better than much AI
close but no cigar :)
Yeah and with the random stock footage they always put in these videos , I'd rather have just pictures when there is no video footage, but actually from the beach, market, etc. that is talked about
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Well, I have to admit that these cities are hidden to me. For that reason, I'm very grateful you made this video. I think it was well done! Thank you so much.❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and discovered some new places. Your appreciation means a lot to me. 😊❤️
I've been to both Barca and Valencia and I gotta say I liked the vibe and the beaches of Valencia waay more
Oh definitely! The vibe and beaches there are indeed amazing ❤️
You should try Bergamo in Italy. A really nice city whose airport is Ryanair's Milan airport. It has an upper city and a lower city connected by a funicular and if you're into shopping, one of Italy's biggest malls is a short walk from the airport. As at 10 June 2024 you can get a daytrip from Stansted airport for 32 quid.
Thanks for the recommendation! Bergamo sounds like an amazing place to visit, especially with the convenient transport links and shopping options. I'll definitely consider it for my next trip ❤️
People need to relax. Not everyone has heard of all of these places. And compared to places like Paris they are not as traveled. So either watch it or don't. There were a few that i learned that are now on my list of places to hit up.
You're absolutely right! People do seem to get too triggered by a quite innocent video...
On the positive side I'm glad to hear that some of these places made it onto your list. Happy travels, and thanks for watching! ❤️
We make it a point to visit less-touristed cities. I've been to nine of these cities. Although some like Porto, are becoming quite popular.
It's great to hear that you've explored so many of these cities!
Porto is indeed gaining popularity but I think it's well deserved
Which of the nine cities was your favorite?
@@geoinsider Of the ones I've visited relatively in the past ten years, Porto, then Vilnius, followed by Coimbra, Valencia, and Segovia in no particular order. Ghent is probably at the end of this list, but also well worth visiting.
That's a fantastic list! Each of those cities has its own unique charm. Porto, Valencia and Vilnius are definitely my favorite ones. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
At 20:50, the helicopter view of the old town of Vilnius... is actually Tallinn old town.
I've spent time in Belfast, Dresden, and Salzburg. Each different. Each beautiful.
@@jerryholland5557 That's amazing! Belfast, Dresden, and Salzburg all have such unique histories and atmospheres. What were some of your favorite experiences in each city?
"Belfast, known for its (...) strong sense of community"
Ahh, Belfast! The city that never ever faced any.. troubles
I understand your point. While Belfast has a complex history, it has also made significant strides in fostering a strong sense of community in recent years
@@geoinsider I was just taking the piss, it's a great video. :)
@@TheFelixpax No worries at all! Glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching!
Italy: Udine, Bergamo, Salerno, Bari, Bolzano ....
Loved Porto and Coimbra especially. You do very good work. Thank you
@@Thanksfortheupdate4508 Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the parts about Porto and Coimbra ❤️
I applaud you for your incredible patience with the undeservedly hostile comments by us Europeans. People planning their holiday will benefit from these ideas In general avoiding the most touristy places is an unquestionable win. You'll get just as much history and culture - literally missing out on nothing at all except the crowds.
Hi @companyjoe,
Thank you so much for your kind words and I'm really happy to hear that you found the video helpful, it means a lot to me!
Europe has so many wonderful places beyond the usual tourist spots that it's probably impossible to list all of them in one video
While selections might have been different, travel is always a personal experience and I am really happy with the places listed here and would recommend them to my friends too
Your encouragement means a lot, and I hope many travelers will benefit from exploring these underrated cities
Thank you for your comment!
It’s true that a few of these gems are not so hidden. I’ve lived in and near Switzerland for most of my adult life and would not recommend Berne or Lucerne as little known places - I’d be more likely to mention Chur or Lausanne instead. These two places are also relatively well known, but not with English speakers. What I really like about this video is the focus on many places outside the usual Germany-France-Italy region. If I were responsible for the content here, I’d make each city’s introduction a bit longer and break the whole thing down into 4 or 5 videos. In this format, it’s easy to forget what you’ve seen by the end.
@@marjoriebelt2842 Thank you so much for your very constructive and helpful comment!
I’m just starting my channel and planning to experiment with different formats, and your suggestion to make each city's introduction a bit longer and break the content down into multiple videos is fantastic. I’ll likely give that a try.
You're absolutely right about the cognitive bias-what seems like a hidden gem to me or others from the US might not be viewed the same way by someone living in Western Europe, but that's the magic of the Internet. Whatever you do there will always be someone not happy with the output
Thanks again for your thoughtful feedback!
Thank you so much for showing the beauty of all these cities, because I never had seen so much of them before and they are so very well filmed....and I am looking forward to your next stories of interesting European towns ...many of them would be very glad to be on your list❤
@@notburgasinger6316 Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and discovered new cities through it.
A new video is in the making, so stay tuned for more stories of interesting European towns! ❤️
Rovinj. We loved Pula, but loved Rovinj more.
Rovinj sounds wonderful! What made Rovinj stand out to you more than Pula? Any specific recommendations for someone visiting for the first time?
Seville, Spain is a nice city also.
It most certainly is but is far more crowded now than it was just five years ago.
@@LaVerdadeslaverdad Hi, I went there off season in November so not really crowded.
It's like one of the most famous city in Europe though 😅
Seville is literally one of the TOP cities of Europe, whose metro area population is bigger than MILLION people. 😂
It's true that a lot of visitors to The Netherland skip Gouda, but still it is pretty crowded with tourists who know to appreciate the unique beauty of it. The city hall is indeed a breathtaking monument and the stained glass windows at the Sint Janskerk are beautiful byond believe. But take a stroll in the cheese museum and don't forget the enjoy the original Goudse Stroopwafels.
@@marcelbinken Thank you for sharing such detailed insights! Gouda sounds even more charming with your descriptions🙌
Taormina (Sicily), Dubrovnik (Croatia), Bruges (Belgium)
These 3 are all hotspots in fact ...
Good choices!
Lille(France) is Called Rijsel in the Flemish region in Belgium. As we have a town called Lille.
Yay! Thank you for having Coimbra and Porto on your list. Not being biased but these two neighboring awesome cities are well worth it. I should know. I live in one of them. On the Spanish side, I'll add Salamanca.
Hi @lucaspierre9305! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Coimbra and Porto are indeed fantastic cities with so much to offer
Thanks for the recommendation of Salamanca; it’s definitely a gem worth exploring on the Spanish side ❤️
If you have any other suggestions or hidden spots, feel free to share!
Thanks for going east, and to less busy places
My pleasure!
Very insightful!!!!
@@vincentsordini5562 Thank you! 🙌
Why do so many of the "hidden" cities turn out to be pretty well known to tourists? Segovia, Salzburg, Porto, Santiago, Coimbra (a regular on lists of top Portuguese destinations), etc.
Good question! To me "hidden gem" doesn't mean it's not a tourist spot. It's rather something with value or beauty that's not immediately apparent and has received far less recognition than it deserves
It's all about personal perspective; for instance, I first heard about Segovia just a year ago. It does attract tourists, but definitely fewer than major hubs like London with its 20 million visitors.
Hope that makes sense!
Norwich in the East Anglian area is rather off the central north/south route in the UK has links and influence from Holland reflected in it's architecture. It has a cathedral, a
number of beautiful churches and a castle in which the local museum is sited.
Thanks for this. Great list overall. I would add Lyon, FR. The culinary heritage is epic. Also Zagreb easily ties with Ljubljana.
@@Luca-c5w Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you enjoyed the list. Lyon is a fantastic suggestion. I totally agree with you about Zagreb and Ljubljana both being wonderful cities to explore. Thanks for the great additions!❤️
Lyon being the 3rd biggest french city (and even 2nd if we're talking about the urban area) make the recommandation a bit weird but it's a great city.
I also love Bordeaux and Montpellier in the top 10 biggest french cities.
I would add Taormina in Sicily. We were on a Mediterranean cruise and there was a stop in Sicily (Messina) and we went on an excursion to Taormina. We absolutely fell in love with it. Apparently they fimed the second season of "White Lotus" there. The city has been occupied for more than 2000 years. Cool restaurants and shops.
Thanks for the recommendation, @jmace1957!
I’m a huge fan of "White Lotus" and somehow missed Taormina from the list...
It definitely is a place that should be included
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Nearby Syracuse is beautiful too!
@@geoinsider there's no Italian cities on this list, how is that possible??
My favourite city in Sicily is Catania
Riga should be higher imo but the wife and I went to Porto and instantly fell in love with it…want to retire there hopefully
Porto is an amazing city with so much charm! It's easy to see why you fell in love with it and it is a great place to consider for retirement.
While Riga has its own unique appeal, Porto definitely has a special magic. Wishing you the best in making that dream a reality!
Great vlog bro❤.... yup No .11 Malmö 😊 amazing
Glad you enjoyed it ❤️🙌
Lubeck, Germany
Very informative video, thanks. Although I live in Europe and have been to some of those places there are some I haven't visited but would consider it after watching it. Being from Northern Spain I would like to point out that it is Santiago de Compostela (not di Compostella 😊).
There are other cities in Spain that I would recommend: Avila, Salamanca and Caceres.
In England (where I live) I would recommend Bath, York and Canterbury.
Number 7 Vilnius: the second (aerial) view here is Tallinn. I've been as tourist in both towns.
Under Coimbra title is Kotor, Montenegro from 11:29
What about some of the cities and towns in Slovakia, such as Bratislava (the Caipital), Kosice (has the largest cathedral in Slovakia and home of the second oldest marathon in the world), Banska Stiavnica (once the silver capital of Europe and home to the Calvaria pilgrimage chapels), and Bardejov (its entire old town square is a Unesco heritage site).
@@RCRock1368 Those are great suggestions! Slovakia definitely has some hidden gems that deserve more attention❤️
Half of the cities mentioned are already well known 🤭 but i love the video!
I hope you can give us a tour in Zurich 🤗🥰
Cities in Norway i didn't hear.
Beautiful video, most are gems, but not hidden, would've loved to have seen one or two Italian cities, in 31 cities not one mention of an Italian medieval city or historical town😢
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Italian medieval cities are truly special-I'll definitely consider including them in future lists. Do you have any favorite Italian cities you'd recommend?
@@geoinsider thank you for your response, and yes I do. Here are a few: Taormina, Modica, Palermo, these are in Sicily. Matera, Ostuni, and others in Puglia. Pompeii in Campania. Ercolano in Lazio.
@@MsBaby1959 Thank you so much for sharing these suggestions! I’ll definitely try to include them in future videos
Each of the places you mentioned has its own unique charm and history
Do you have a favorite among them?
@@geoinsider Pompeii 😍😍😍
@@MsBaby1959 Pompeii is awesome, good choice! I just came back from the Amalfi Coast a week ago, so chances are I'll be making a video about it soon. It wasn't all roses and butterflies, though. Have you been to the Amalfi Coast?
You butchered the pronunciation (it's ba-nya lu-ka) but I love that you mentioned my home town, Banja Luka! 🎉
I guess my tongue got a bit tangled up there. Sorry for the butchering, Kristina!
I'll make sure Banja Luka gets the perfect pronunciation it deserves from now on
Thanks for your understanding and for loving the shoutout to your hometown! ❤️🎉
Uppsala (Sweden), Bielsko-Biała (Poland), Sopron (Hungary), Trakai (Lithuania), Viljandi (Estonia), Plovdiv (Bulgaria), Bergamo (Italy), Nuremberg (Germany)
Adding Malmö and not Gothenburg is a crime, considering gothenburg is bigger, more things to do, and a much older city with more history
Ortigia
Mdina
Zagreb
Coillure
Korcula
Hvar
Zante
Gaios
Sivota
Halkidiki
Ohrid
Trogir
Meteora, etc, etc, etc
That's a long list. Thanks for those recommendations; I will definitely check them all out! ❤️
30 hidden gems of Spain and Portugal
Thank you for your comment! I noticed that out of the 31 cities mentioned, only 6 are from Spain or Portugal.
Perhaps you were suggesting this as an idea for a future video? Sounds like it could be a great topic!
No, I didn't mean that. Actually, some European countries were missed, although they also have hidden gems. No offence, but instead, you put Spain and Portugal as like 20% of all destinations you presented. Seems to me you don't know Europe much. Will not comment more.
@@lamarchandbox1187 No offense taken! It's just a video I made and the choices are pretty subjective.
Some people may like it, some don't. I appreciate different opinions and I'm glad you communicated yours constructively.
Thank you for watching anyways!
I'm happy, you picked one north german cities (Rostock). Normally everyone wants to see Berlin or a city in Bavaria, but North Germany gets not much attention. I can also recommend Lüneburg (and the Lüneburger Heide), Lübeck or Bremen. Last one got a few more tourists but I wouldn't call my hometown overcrowded with tourists.
I loved visiting Lubeck and Bremen. I am an organist and was awestruck at the Marienkirche and that organ which I
heard in a reciral that evening. Those concerts are part of the Abendmusik (Evening Music) concerts started by the organist Dietrich Buxtehude in the 17th century by such famous organists as the late Walter Kraft in the 60's and 70's and to the present day. Bremen is also beautiful as well. Visited each of them on day trips out of Hamburg where I was staying - one hour at most travel time to both cities.
I’ve been to Europe 4 times, but only have visited one city on your list (Valencia). With those beautiful views, I’m inspired to go beyond the larger cities and see some in this video. Thanks!
Hi @marcosmadeiros9553 and thank you for your comment! Valencia is indeed a beautiful city ❤️
Europe has so many hidden gems that often go unnoticed, and I'm glad this video could spark your interest in visiting some of them
Which cities from the list are you most excited to see?
Other worthwhile cities for this list in no particular order - have not visited in a while so they be overcrowded now but here goes. Would appreciate any feedback or updates.
Seville, Spain
Toledo, Spain
Innsbruck, Austria
Bruges, Belgium
Bratislava, Slovakia
Toulouse, France
Lubeck, Germany
Bremen, Germany
Leipzig, Germany
The Hague, Netherlands
Haarlem, Netherlands
Gothenburg, Sweden
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Would have liked to include cities and towns in Italy but IMHO the whole country is overrun with tourists most of the year. Same for the UK.
Wow, you've put a lot of thought into this list! These are all fantastic suggestions
It's always a challenge to narrow it down, and your recommendations are greatly appreciated
And yeah, I agree about Italy and the UK being overrun with tourists most of the year. Thanks for sharing!🙏
@@geoinsider Been to most of those cities and hope to return to at least some of them before time runs out.
@@geoinsider Thanks for your kind reply. If I think of any more suggestions I will post them.
As lovely as these places are, I don’t think anywhere in Europe is hidden anymore 😂
@@Entername-md1ev Fair point! In my opinion, for someone living in Europe, these places might not feel hidden, but for people from the US or Asia, they can still be undiscovered gems
Hidden? Unterrated? I live in Luzern and our city is completely overrun by tourists, and has always been. It's one of Switzerlands majour tourist hubs.
And I just was in Porto last week - it IS a major tourist destination, it's extremely touristy and by no means a "hidden gem" or a "lesser known locale".
And just before you call my comment" hostile" or tell me to be "more constructive": I don't say your video is bad at all, I just find the title misleading.
Hey @marcozg77, I don't think your comment is hostile or not constructive at all
Sharing your experience is valuable and helps (hopefully not only me) get unique insights
What I'm getting from the comments is that different audiences react differently to the same content, which is okay too.
The video is aimed at a US audience first, where many people haven't heard about Lucerne at all, but for someone who's local or simply based in Europe, the impression may be different. I guess it would be similar if the roles were reversed.
Lastly, this video never pretended to be the most objective or best documentary ever.
It's just a subjective list that I'm sharing with the world just for fun. For that, it's way too much polarizing the audience. Like you are not allowed to have your own preferences
What title would be less misleading in your opinion?
@@geoinsider
Thanks for your detailed answer, I appreciate it.
Your video description says "top 10 less touristy places" (which is strange, doesn't your video title actually say 31 cities...?)
I still think this is not really true, regardless of audience. It is true that some of these places (like Sibiu) really aren't that well known, even in central europe
(I mean, I do know that Sibiu is the eastern-most town that once was german speaking, but I never been there and don't know anyone who was).
But places like Porto are very well known. They are overrun, maybe not (yet) as bad as Barcelona or Rome, but still.
I'm not good with titles but something like "You will love these european cities"?
Again, no rant, and I don't think anyone is disallowing your preferences, but I still do think that it is a strange categorization even though my first comment may have been a bit too harsh.
@@marcozg77Yeah, most of them aren't hidden. With a bit of adaptation you could make the title true for the average American, but there is also a strict limit with how long you can make the title and still having people click on it. However, I think this should be addressed in the intro instead of saying, that you most likely haven't heard of them and then even having several capital cities in the list. 😅
We got off the train in Luzern, immediately boarded a ferry then spent several days relaxing in Weggis. It was not crowded at all- first week of July 2024.
I’m surprised that Istanbul is not on the list. Istanbul is a must visit place in the entire world
@Libre987 Istanbul is indeed an incredible city and a must-visit destination
The reason it didn't make the list is that it's not considered underrated or a hidden gem
With almost 18 million tourists visiting each year, Istanbul is as popular and well-known as cities like London, Rome, and Barcelona, which also didn't make it to the list for the same reason.
My aim was to highlight lesser-known destinations that deserve more attention. Istanbul's charm and significance are already recognized by many travelers worldwide 🙂
Kotor is absolutely choked with cruise passengers in summer.
A splendid list of interesting alternatives to big city travel. Nicely done!!
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the list. If you have any other suggestions or favorite alternatives, feel free to share them!😊
You forgot to mention Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Gdansk has the biggest in the world basilica Church build from bricks . This Church is build for 25000 people and has 82 m high tower .
Wow, that's amazing! It's incredible to think about such a large basilica made entirely of bricks and its capacity to hold 25,000 people. Thanks for sharing! Is it the highest church in Poland?
@@geoinsider No , the highest church tower in Poland of about 141 m high is in Licheń New Basilica Church . Also there are about 20 other churches higher than Gdańsk ST. Mary's Basilica in Poland .
@@beatabonin4131 Thanks for the additional information! The Licheń New Basilica Church sounds impressive with its towering height. It’s incredible how many monumental churches there are in Poland. Do you have a favorite among these?
@@geoinsider Licheń Basilica is like from fairitale but I love All Churches in Poland , esspecialy my parish Church in Gdańsk, ST. Father Pio .
How can you choose Ljubljana without a mention of nearby Lake Bled? Also, I think Trieste deserves a place on this list, more so than a city such as Lucerne, which is overrun with tourists.
Lake Bled is indeed stunning and worth visiting, though it's about an hour's drive from Ljubljana, making it more suitable for a broader trip to Slovenia
Trieste is another fantastic suggestion-its rich history and beautiful waterfront are often overlooked
Thanks for sharing these insights!
Porto is getting up there on the over-tourism list.
Most of these cities look the same. For a different vibe and architecture head to the smaller cities, UNESCO World Heritage Gjirokaster (The Silver City/Stone City birthplace of the world famous writer Ismail Kadare and the Albanian dictator Enver Hoxha (that's pronounced Hodga) and Berat (The City of One Over The Other Windows/The City of A Thousand Windows) in Albania. They are human scale and charming, nestled within beautiful natural scenery of meandering river valleys and mountains that reach for the sky.
@@mendjelire8392 Thanks for sharing these recommendations! Gjirokaster and Berat sound like incredible places to visit with their unique vibe and rich history. I actually mention one of these cities in another video about the best cities to live in the Mediterranean. It’s great to highlight these lesser-known gems!
@8:16 it‘s Lucerne and not Lugano as it‘s written in the description 😊
Indeed, it is! Nicely spotted, and thanks for pointing that out 😊 I have already updated it
The production quality of a massive channel. As an American this is a perfect list of potential travel destinations.
I'm excited you enjoyed the video and found the list helpful. It's incredibly encouraging and motivates me to keep creating
Thank you so much!
Those are not Spanish empanadas 😅 those look more like Latin empanadas (From Colombia, Argentina or Uruguay) Galician empanadas look more like pies, they are larger.
Sadly, Porto is far from underrated. It has become "over-touristed" more quickly than pretty much anywhere I can think of. It's still great but stay away from peak season.
What you really want is a city that is inaccessible to cruise ships.
Isn't the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul?
Great suggestions
Good question! Yes, the famous Hagia Sophia is in Istanbul
However there are also other notable places inspired by it, like the Hagia Sophia Church in Thessaloniki, Greece, Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv, Ukraine, and the Hagia Sophia in Iznik, Turkey
Each of these places reflects the architectural and cultural influence of the original
I visited 16 cities out of this list.
That's amazing! Visiting 16 out of 31 cities is quite an achievement. Which ones stood out to you the most and why?
Banja Luka has to be pronounced Banya Luka.
Thank you for the clarification! I'll make sure to get it right next time 🙌
Great, but Europe is generally overtly populated. It is Also very expensive, but the culture and architecture is second to none. Hungary is a very interesting country. There is so much to see in Europe. Even if you had Nine lives, you would never get through it all. You cannot compare, but Spain is still one of the greatest tourist countries in the world. Europe is just so beautiful and historical. Portugal blows you away as does Croatia and many other places. The EU is full of land and sea treasures. And after the EU created new laws, Nature and wildlife has recovered. Europe is a gift from God.
Millions have already discovered most of these "hidden" towns and cities. It is not easy to find places where you can take a photo without lots of people beside or behind you!
That's a good point! While many have discovered these 'hidden' towns and cities, there are still plenty of people who haven't heard about them yet
It's always nice to share these beautiful places with others who may not be aware of them
Thanks for the thoughtful comment!
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If I hear the word “vibrant” one more fricking time my head will explode
Careful, if your head explodes, you'll create a vibrant mess! 😉🤯
Belgrade, Novi Sad 🇷🇸 Serbia
No cities in Denmark? Why?
There's nothing underrated about all those cities. They are very well-known on the European circuit and most of them are very busy.
@@micheal3230 Thanks for your input!
Nowadays it would not be very difficult to check how the Citie's names are spelled
Ironically, nowadays it's not hard to proofread English text either, yet somehow many people in the comments still miss the mark 🙃
@@geoinsiderpoint taken, however, there is a difference between content creator and someone writing a short comment, don't you think?
@@galbax1 I wouldn’t draw a line between content creators and those writing comments.
Once you put any kind of output online, whether it’s a comment, blog article or a video, you make yourself vulnerable to judgment
Pointing out errors constructively is beneficial for everyone. Simply venting frustrations in a rude way doesn't help anyone
I'm open to constructive feedback and value broader perspectives. I'm even excited about comments saying how I could have done better with my selection etc
However, if the only comment on a 30-minute video focuses on one misspelled word while the comment itself contains errors, it does seem hypocritical in the best case scenario
Thanks for diverting the americans away from the really interesting places xD
@@henningniehues8023 Shhh! It's tough work keeping the real secrets under wraps, but I’m doing my best not to spill the beans 🤐
@@geoinsider It's funny, before the video I picked like 3 or 4 beautiful cities that are really rarely mentioned and you had none of them xD gives you room for more videos though.
As a challenge you can try not to pick any capitals next time - my gf rolled her eyes at you for that ^^ but we had a great time with your video otherwise :)
Acho que faltam vídeos que explorem a cidade pelo nível real do turista. Muitas imagens feitas por drogas passam uma visão que vc não terá da cidade e pode enganar com altas expectativas.
Been to a few cities on your list including Porto and Coimbra. Portugal is becoming over-touristy though. The place to go in Portugal now is Braga, Guimaraes and related. They don't see the level of tourists like Porto. They do see pilgrims en route to Santiago de Compostela. I made the trek from Porto to Santiago de Compostela with my wife of 20 years. My wife was the pilgrim. I was just present to accompany her, as I am not Roman Catholic (though my wife is).
Hi @rahuliyer7456! Thank you for sharing your experiences!
Braga and Guimarães sound like wonderful alternatives, thanks for recommendations!
The trek from Porto to Santiago de Compostela must have been an incredible experience, especially sharing it with your wife❤️
If you have any other hidden gems or tips for traveling in Portugal, please share!
PORTUGAL MENTIONED !!!!
@@jocarvalheira7712 of course! Portugal is amazing! ❤️
My favorite not on the list is Arles, France. Perhaps it is too small?
Arles is definitely not too small! Selecting just 31 cities from all of Europe is quite a challenging task, and many wonderful places get left out
Your recommendation of Arles is a fantastic one, and it certainly deserves recognition. Thanks for sharing! ❤️
English-speaking speakers in such videos should consult locals about the correct pronunciation of foreign names. For instance, Banja Luka should be pronounced Banya Luka, like New York or New Jersey.🤓😉
I understand the importance of correct pronunciation and will work on improving this in future videos.
Thanks for watching and sharing your insights!
@@geoinsider 👍🖐
the music is superfluous. hard hear the narrator with the "music" playing
Thank you for your feedback! I agree, and I'm still learning, so I will definitely try to make adjustments for future videos.
I'm glad it's not as bad as I thought, as you are the very first person to point that out 🙃
Not very informative. And would it be asking too much if the narrator pronounced at least ten percent of the city names correctly?
Hi @bradb.4682, thanks for your feedback! To make your comment more constructive, could you specify what kind of information you feel is missing or would have made the video more informative? Your suggestions can help me improve the content for future videos. Thanks!
Ban-Ya Luka
It's a piece of chetnik crap. A sespool
800? LOL. In Poland there are > 1000 towns...
Actually, it was 979 in 2023 and now it's 1013 in 2024, but nonetheless, it's still over 800! 😉
Poland's towns are clearly multiplying faster than I can keep up!
Guess we need a whole new video series just for Poland's hidden gems! 😊
He did say cities though, not towns, towns are much smaller 😊
@15:51 gyros it's "yi-ros" :) in addition to doing research please know the correct pronunciation too thanks :)
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate the pronunciation tip. I'll make sure to keep it in mind for future videos. :)
It would be nice if you googled the pronounciation of Balkan cities beforehand.
Thank you for the feedback Nina! I appreciate your suggestion and will make sure to check the pronunciation of Balkan cities in the future 🙏
Bro Turin came on
AI generated video with stock footage. Whoever made this video clearly has never been to most of the cities in the list
Interesting how much this bothers you. Why does it trigger such a strong reaction?
Missing: Belgrade, Lyon and Dijon
Those are great suggestions! Belgrade, Lyon, and Dijon definitely have a lot to offer and could easily make the list of underrated European cities
Thanks for your input!
I hear Lyon is really worth seeing. maybe next year after the Olympic furor in France has passed. France must be a madhouse this summer.
@@muzluv33 Waiting until after the Olympics is a smart idea to avoid the crowds. France is indeed buzzing with activity this summer!🤯
Even not a city of Italy in your video😂
I totally get your reaction! I love Italy so much that I might have been a bit biased, which is why it didn't make it into the video this time.
I'll try not to skip it next time! I visit Italy at least twice a year because I can't resist its charm.
In fact, I'm heading to Naples tomorrow, so it's very likely I'll be adding a video about the Amalfi Coast pretty soon.
Thanks for understanding!
Or any city in the UK- shame on you!
@@DivaCantor Belfast is in the UK
@@aidanmcnamara3304 Right you are- I should have said Great Britain
@@DivaCantor Belfast is hardly the best least known city in the UK surely? No disrespect to Belfast however......
you forgot Dessau in Germany ÷ nothing medieval instead lots of Bauhaus architecture
"Goodah", come on. Gouda: the 'ou' like the 'o' in coward. And the 'g' is too difficult, we forget.
You couldn't find a city in Italy worth mentioning ?
@@arthurbarber7546 Finding a city in Italy that people haven't heard of? Now that's a tough mission! 😂 Got any secret Italian spots I should add to the list? Help a researcher out!
Tourists go home😂 greatings from Croatia
Hello @acidburnisive
That's a very bold statement, considering that 20% of Croatia's GDP comes from travel and tourism, making it the most tourist-dependent country in the entire EU.
There are also many regions where tourism is the only source of income.
Fortunately, the Croatians I've met have been much more friendly and welcoming.
Thanks for sharing your perspective though!
Please welcome us! Visited Croatia in 2012, and really fell in love with the cities: Zagreb, Zadar, Trogir, Dubrovnik, Split, and some villages. Thinking often about a return visit.
Living in one of these places: please stay away, do not come. Thanks
I understand your concern. It's always important to be respectful of local communities and their desire for privacy and tranquility. Thank you for sharing your perspective!
Banja Luka xDD
@@pizama69 That one one tricky and learned it hard way 😂
Why do English speakers not try to got city names correct pronunciation?
Why do you assume they don't?
Pronunciation can be challenging, especially with city names from different languages
Many English speakers do try to get it right, but it can be difficult without guidance or practice
He's not English - he's American or AI! But yes, it is very sad not saying places properly - should you be able to visit if you can't say it even vaguely right? What disrespect.
Some of us do, I assure you!
@@geoinsider I assume you didn't because you surely know about Google. Search: "banja luka pronunciation." Takes 45 seconds. I say this as an American. There's no longer an excuse for lazy research by content creators.
We English speakers pronounce dollars pounds Euros Crowns pesos very well😮😊
Without Europe the world would still 🎉have been a jungle. The most beautiful and attractive and Well-educated people live there, but the Continent Also has it share of everyday problems.
Segovia 23.08 That's not Segovia (The inner city nea Madrid has no see and of course NO port with cranes) !!!
Do any city need more tourists, more visitors, more RB&B…
@@genevievedonn5853 I think it’s important to distinguish between opinions and facts. Some cities do indeed benefit from more tourism. Maybe check the data, and we can have a more informed discussion afterward
Nice video. Lots of crabby viewers though.
@@angelagaare5442 Thank you! Unfortunately, I have to agree, but that's what I was expecting, to be honest. Still, if even a handful of people enjoy it, it makes me happy because I do it mostly for fun
How can this video be taken seriously with no Italian cities among the 31?
Thanks for your comment!
I understand your surprise. Italy has many beautiful cities, but for this list, I focused on some lesser-known gems across Europe
There are plenty of Italian cities worth visiting, even if they didn't make this particular list
Which Italian cities would you add to the list?
Great video...There are many underreted cities in Italy, because they are close to more famous one: Bergamo and Brescia, Vicenza, Pistoia, Ascoli, Viterbo, Ragusa and others
Misleading, most if not cities in the video are major tourist attractions.
@mikecasey218 thank you for your opinion.
I appreciate your feedback and will consider showcasing a broader range of cities in future content.
Which cities should be included on this list?
Of all the beautiful towns in Sweden you selected Malmö? Famous for antisemitism and being a poor suburb to Copenhagen
Enjoying your videos, but fyi, Wroclaw is pronounced ‘ Rotswarv’!
@@margsangster8994 Glad you're enjoying the videos! That Wroclaw one was one of my first, and I learned the pronunciation the hard way. It's much better in the later ones, I promise! Thanks for the tip!🙂
@@geoinsider Everyone starts somewhere, don't worry!!
@@margsangster8994 This is the kind of positive attitude more people should have on RUclips! Thanks for your understanding and support!🙌
Cheers. I just appreciate you voiced it yourself, instead of using that awful robotic AI fake narration!!