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Liechtenstein is not a common name when it comes to holiday hot points, but small nation is packaged on its borders for tourists.

It is one of the best stored secrets in Europe, only 160 square kilometers, but is full of character and beauty. It seems to be directly withdrawn from a fairy tale with its castles and charming villages, which is wondering why it is not more popular. His capital Vaduz feels like a quieter mountain town instead of a moving capital. Tourists can walk around the streets of the bandage and immerse themselves in both traditional architecture and modern buildings, including various art galleries and museums.

For those who want to explore some nature, Liechtenstein is a perfect place with the abundance of quiet hiking trails, which are incredibly natural.

It is also the perfect place for tourists to ride bikes, and also skiing in winter.

In 2024, tourists spent more than 200,000 nights here, which made it a European target with at least annual visitors.

Second, there is Northern Macedonia, where tourists spent about 2 million nights in 2024.

The country is hosting Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the edge of the old lake and famous for its Ottoman architecture.

The third is Luxembourg. Although it is one of the richest nations in Europe, it is still under tourism radar.

Inside, you can find both old and modern elements from historical castles to contemporary European institutions.