Koli National Park – one of Finland’s best known national landscapes

Updated June 10, 2026 by europeexplored No Comments

The view from Ukko-Koli hill has been painted, photographed, and celebrated for over a century. Forested islands dot the surface of Lake Pielinen far below. The granite cliffs drop sharply to the water, and the silence between bird calls is profound. Koli National Park protects this landscape of ancient hills, old-growth forests, and rocky outcrops […]

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Kaprun – all year round skiing in Austria

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Glaciers keep the ski slopes of Kaprun accessible even when lower resorts turn green with spring. The Kitzsteinhorn glacier rises above the town, its summit station offering panoramic views across the Austrian Alps and as far as the peaks of Italy on clear days. Year-round skiing draws professionals and families alike, while the village below […]

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Baqueira-Beret – the best, biggest and most popular ski resort in Spain

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The Pyrenees rise steeply behind Baqueira-Beret, their snowy peaks marking the border between Spain and France. This Catalan ski resort, the largest and most popular in Spain, offers over 150 kilometres of slopes spread across four interconnected zones. The altitude, ranging from 1,500 to 2,640 metres, guarantees reliable snow from December through April. The resort […]

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