If you’re looking for some new and unique travel experiences, you have to leave the beaten track a little. There are so many underrated European countries to visit and often overlooked destinations, that have so much to offer. And we’re going to shine a light on some of those places today. So read on now and find out all about the different countries in Europe that are sorely underrated and deserve to be visited at least once in your life.

Romania

There are so many great reasons to travel to Romania if you haven’t done so already. It has plenty of great castles that are worth exploring, the cities are modern and cosmopolitan, and there are some stunning waterfalls and natural landscapes to explore as well. There’s a reason why Romania is home to so many UNESCO World Heritage sites; there’s seven in total!

Montenegro

Lots of people head to countries like Croatia on vacation, but not quite as many people pay attention to Montenegro. And that’s something that should certainly change. The sea and the coastline of Montenegro is simply stunning and just as picturesque as anything you’ll find in Croatia. And on top of that, it’s much less busy and tourist-centric as those Croatian destinations. As well as the beauty of the coast, the food is also great and the people are very welcoming too.

Luxembourg

You might have been to Belgium and France, but have you visited the small city state of Luxembourg that borders them both? If not, you certainly should. It’s a beautiful country, despite its very small size. It has a lot to offer, plenty in the way of culture and some fantastic restaurants and cafes. The public transport is free there too, which is a nice bonus. Luxemburg is definitely one of Underrated European Countries to visit. 

Ireland

There’s so much more to Ireland than you might think if you’ve never been there. And if you’ve only ever spent time in Dublin, you’re missing out on an entire nation full of incredible history, unique culture and stunning natural landscapes. Once you’ve seen the true and authentic face of Ireland, you’ll be scrabbling to apply for Irish passport before the plane has even left the tarmac. There’s so much to love about the country.

Austria

Austria often gets overshadowed by Germany to its north, but that’s not exactly fair. It has some fantastic cities that are worth exploring, including Vienna and Salzburg. And if you’re less interested in cities and more interested in the natural landscapes, Austria doesn’t disappoint on that front either. The Austrian Alps are truly spectacular and you won’t regret spending a few days hiking in them if you get the chance to.

Each of these countries has so much to offer to people who are looking for interesting experiences. So be sure to do some further research into each of them and add them all to your travel bucket list. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed by the experiences you have there or be let down by the cultures you’ll discover.