10 Most Colorful Towns & Cities in Scandinavia and the Nordics
From the dense forests to the most dramatic mountains to its beautiful coastlines and lakes. The Nordic region and Scandinavia are truly one of the most beautiful places in Europe.
The top 10 most beautiful cities you should definitely make a visit
1- Marstrand
Sweden based lace boasts proudly of its beauty, history, and culture. It is spread across the two islands with the 17th century stone fortress tower hovering over it. It is also called Sweden’s sailing capital. It is an idyllic destination in summer, with quaint villages which exhibits the contemporary Swedish art.
2- Ystad
The place is also called the stamping ground of Sweden. It is a hub of history with sights just like 12th century Europe. This is a picturesque town filled with cobbled streets, historic pallet colored houses, and rolling hills which you can explore on foot or ride on a bike.
3- Visby
The place is known as the gateway to Gotland and boasts of a rich historical town. The picture-perfect medieval town is home to one of the finest towns and is declared as UNESCO world heritage. This place is home to the most beautiful Visby Botanical Garden.
4- Sigtuna
It is situated 40 miles of North, founded in the 10th century. This beautiful town center still echoes the 19th-century wooden houses and the beautiful backdrop of Lake Malaren for a perfect boat excursion.
5- Rattvik
This place is nestled on the edges of the beautiful Lake Sijan and is regarded as one of the top tourist destinations. It reveals the most beautiful scenery with classic car week which attracts thousands of visits to town.
6- Jokkmokk
It is located in the Lapland of Sweden’s north most province and is home to Scandinavia only indigenous people are known as Sami. It is the most popular destination to view the Northern Lights.
7- Kiruna
Kiruna is Sweden’s north most located town, which is surrounded by beautiful lakes and breath-taking mountains. It is heaven for those who are nature lovers and skiers too. It is a place full of charm.
8- Vaxjo
It is technically a city, but it has a relatively small population. It is a place full of natural beauty, and has gained the title of Europe’s greenest city’.
9- Bastad
This place is by the Swedish Kattegest coastline and known as a hone to Sweden Open tennis tournament which is held each year since 1948. This place is known for its beautiful Romanesque style based Bastad church built in the 15th century.
10- Are
A tiny mountain town located just a few kilometers from the Norwegian border leads down to the shores of the beautiful Aresjon Lake. It is one of the most popular destinations for skiing. It is also home to beautiful stone building structures constructed in the 12th century.
These are the country’s prettiest towns in the Nordic region and one should never give them a miss. They are beautiful and charming and surely the beauty will lure you to visit the places again.
