{"id":27279,"date":"2022-04-08T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-08T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/uncategorized-en-gb\/the-five-most-bucolic-spots-in-europe"},"modified":"2022-05-10T15:23:07","modified_gmt":"2022-05-10T15:23:07","slug":"the-five-most-bucolic-spots-in-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/en-gb\/culture-lifestyle-en-gb\/the-five-most-bucolic-spots-in-europe\/","title":{"rendered":"The Five Most Bucolic Spots in Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The countryside has always represented life, terroir, and the harvest. And beyond stunning landscapes, every rural destination has something unique to offer besides a place to embrace serenity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the perched villages of the French Riviera to the verdant heart of Italy, get ready for a journey to five different countries where nature awaits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The perched villages of C\u00f4te-d\u2019Azur, France<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget Cannes or Nice, and head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/trains\/eze-gioxe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c8ze<\/a>, a bucolic village perched 1300-feet above the sea, connected by verdant footpaths. Wander through its winding cobblestone streets where arches and stone houses are adorned with colourful pottery, vines, and ivy, where numerous art galleries and workshops abound. Don\u2019t miss the Exotic Garden of \u00c8ze, set in the ruins of an ancient fortress and filled with cacti, agave, aloe, and other tropical plants.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        \u00c8ze      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to \u00c8ze  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36341\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1814916803-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36341\"\/><figcaption>On the Place du Planet, you\u2019ll find quaint workshops along with the only fountain in the village. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36347\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1210573549-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36347\"\/><figcaption>The flowering medieval streets are highlights of \u00c9ze\u2019s idyllic setting. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Near the Italian border at 2,600 feet above sea level sits Tende, a picturesque spot in the Roya Valley. After visiting the medieval highlights such as the Baroque church of Notre-Dame de l&#8217;Assomption, ascend into the Vall\u00e9e des Merveilles, a glacial archaeological site on Mont B\u00e9go dotted with lakes and prehistoric engravings dating back to the Bronze Age. For a more relaxed pace, take a rest in one of the refuges along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36355\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1116232331-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36355\"\/><figcaption>A singular medley of vivid colors and gilding, the bell tower of Notre-Dame de l\u2019Assomption is visible from any location in Tende. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The verdant slopes of the Highlands, Scotland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/trains\/fort-william\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fort William<\/a>, known as the \u201cOutdoor Capital of the United Kingdom,\u201d is surrounded by Loch Linnhe and the majestic Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Fort William      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Fort William  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36362\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_134943515-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36362\"\/><figcaption>The Highlands\u2019 verdant valleys and hills stretch on forever, offering a real escape into nature. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36369\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_788602192-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36369\"\/><figcaption>Dating back to the 14th century, the historic Castle Stalker sits atop Loch Linnhe and is accessible at low tide. Credit:Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here nature lovers can easily access wildlife and contemplate the mystical landscapes of the Highlands. Experienced hikers can plan a 10-mile-long trek to Ben Nevis\u2019 summit, passing through the Glen Nevis Valley, one of the filming locations for <em>Braveheart<\/em>. Savour a walk along Loch Linnhe or take a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/fort-william-l32181\/fort-william-croisiere-sur-le-loch-linnhe-avec-boisson-chaude-t408246\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boat trip<\/a> to watch the Blackrock seals and golden eagles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36375\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/cruiselochlinnhe.co_.uk_elsie-facts_-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36375\"\/><figcaption>Hop on a boat to navigate the many islands inhabited by wild flora and fauna on Loch Linnhe. Credit: Cruiselochlinnhe.co.uk<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36382\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1784464334-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36382\"\/><figcaption>The Glenfinnan viaduct is one of the most famous landmarks in the Highlands. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Complete your discovery at Glenfinnan, in the footsteps of Harry Potter. At the north of the Scottish village, you\u2019ll find the Glenfinnan viaduct, over which runs the Jacobite Express, aka the Hogwarts Express. Don&#8217;t miss the steam locomotive on the viaduct around 10:15 am for the perfect picture!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The historic wonders of Umbria, Italy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the richest Italian villages in terms of art and cultural heritage, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/orvieto-ngvcz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orvieto<\/a>\u2019s past has been marked by Etruscans, Goths, Byzantines, and Lombards since the 9th century B.C. From the magnificent Gothic cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Cielo to the medieval palazzos, many architectural relics await. As old as the village itself, Orvieto\u2019s local white wine tradition is no less impressive. Dating back to ancient times, Etruscans stored the wine in cellars underground. With sweet fragrances of peach, the Orvieto DOC wine is made from local Grechetto and Procanico grapes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Orvieto      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Orvieto  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36388\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1116193754-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36388\"\/><figcaption>On Piazza Duomo, the Roman-Gothic Santa Maria Assunta in Cielo delights with a facade adorned with mosaics, bronze gates, and rose windows. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/trains\/perugia\/spello-qf5bp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spello<\/a>, a fortified village perfectly blending medieval and Roman architecture, a dreamy journey back in time awaits along its winding floral streets, stone houses, arches, and Roman ruins. Spello is well known for its flower carpet festival, where patterns and paintings made of flowers picked on Mount Subasio and the Umbria-Marche Apennines adorn alleys for a colourful fest.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Spello      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Spello  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36396\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1433034767-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36396\"\/><figcaption>One of the six gates of Spello, the well-preserved Venus\u2019 gate and its Romanesque towers are located in the west part of the village. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36403\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1188658441-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36403\"\/><figcaption>Peaceful strolls await in the winding quaint medieval streets of Spello. Credit:Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36409\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_662371960-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36409\"\/><figcaption>During Spello\u2019s flower carpet festival, the idyllic setting reaches its zenith, filled with vivid colors and sweet scents. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The fairytale romance of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36415\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1750844999-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36415\"\/><figcaption>Bacharach\u2019s old town is worthy of a fairytale setting with the many half-timbered houses. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Rhineland-Palatinate, often referred to as \u201cRomantic Germany,\u201d the small town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/bacharach-ft42s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bacharach<\/a> peacefully lies along the Rhine river, with a landscape shaped by vineyards, river valleys, and castles. The old town offers a fairytale-like setting with charming half-timbered houses, and many of the medieval buildings boast restaurants and hotels with terraces. Head to Altk\u00f6lnischer Hof on the main market square, to enjoy hearty local dishes such as Rhenish wild game specialities. For the best views over the village, take the Stahlberg-Schleife hiking trail, starting at the ruins of the Wernerkapelle and leading you to the heights of the sloping vineyards and other historic sites such as the Stahleck Castle, now a youth hostel.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Bacharach      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Bacharach  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36422\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1810857826-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36422\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as enchanting but more colourful, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/trains\/cochem-utmoo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cochem<\/a> is located a little further west, on the banks of the Moselle river. Its majestic neo-Gothic castle sits atop the village, where you can, after a visit, enjoy a medieval feast served and hosted by costumed waitstaff. 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Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The peaks and valleys of the Pre-Alps, Switzerland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36436\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1704651106-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36436\"\/><figcaption>Get lost in the lush traditional Swiss countryside by visiting Gruy\u00e8res, a pedestrian historical medieval village. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At the foot of the Pre-Alps, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/gruyeres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gruy\u00e8res<\/a> is a pedestrian medieval village, with a rustic and traditional setting along its cobbled streets lined with 15th and 17th-century houses. After visiting the Ch\u00e2teau de Gruy\u00e8res, where storytellers dressed in medieval costumes guide you, enjoy a tasty break in the birthplace of Gruy\u00e8re cheese at Gruy\u00e8re Traditions. 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Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36449\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1647217222-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36449\"\/><figcaption>Say cheese! In the hometown of Gruy\u00e8re cheese, a hearty feast awaits with all sorts of Swiss fondue and raclette. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The peaks and valleys of the Pre-Alps, Switzerland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Italian side of Switzerland, the old fishing municipality of Morcote surprises with scenic topography. While its lower part is lined with seigneurial residences and arcaded houses along Lake Lugano, the higher part overlooks the village, with the church of Santa Maria del Sasso at the top.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"search-widget-overlay\" class=\"search-widget-overlay\">\r\n  <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__form\" data-search-widget-container>\r\n    <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__details\">\r\n      <button class=\"search-widget-overlay__close\" data-search-widget-close>\r\n        \u2715\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"search-widget-overlay__text\">\r\n        Switzerland      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"search-widget-cta\">\r\n  <button class=\"search-widget-cta__button\" data-search-widget-cta>\r\n    Tickets to Switzerland  <\/button>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36457\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_2066454074-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36457\"\/><figcaption>Along Lake Lugano, the quaint arched alleys host shops, restaurants, and caf\u00e9s. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"36464\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/shutterstock_1426378949-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36464\"\/><figcaption>Morcote\u2019s Scherrer Park offers the best views over the surrounding nature. Credit: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Reach this Renaissance gem by climbing the 400 steps, and be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the lake. Don&#8217;t miss the Scherrer, a small paradise embellished with palm trees, eucalyptus, camellias, and many other plants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The countryside has always represented life, terroir, and the harvest. And beyond stunning landscapes, every rural destination has something unique to offer besides a place to embrace serenity. From the perched villages of the French Riviera to the verdant heart of Italy, get ready for a journey to five different countries where nature awaits. 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