Of course everyone has heard about London, Paris and Rome, but sometimes it’s the hidden gems that provide the most memorable experiences for travellers.

Travel + Leisure has put together a 10 of the best secret European villages. They might not be as well known, but they’re just as captivating as a place to visit in their own right.

To see the villages, scroll through the gallery below.

  1. Giornico, Switzerland
  2. Staufen im Breisgau, Germany
  3. Aberdour, Scotland
  4. Norcia, Italy
  5. Folégandros, Greece
  6. Marvão, Portugal
  7. Terschelling, The Netherlands
  8. Hellnar, Iceland
  9. St. Mawes, England
  10. Plios, Russia

Have you been to any of these secret villages? Do you have a holiday on the cards, and if so where are you going?

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