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Travelers often list Munich or Berlin as must-visit cities when touring Germany. However, if you have an extra day or some spare time, consider visiting other cities, one of which is Bremen. The advantage of exploring cities that aren't tourist hotspots is that the places you visit won't be too crowded with tourists, allowing you to have an authentic experience of the country that may not be offered to tourists. If you decide to spend a day in Bremen, I've prepared a list of 4 places you might consider visiting for a stroll. All of these places are within walking distance, so get ready to use your feet, and here's the list:

If you think the Netherlands is all about windmills, think again! In addition to admiring windmills, you can also experience the unique charm of a water village in this country. While Venice is famous for its water canals, the Netherlands has its own gem – Giethoorn, a picturesque water village with thousands of canals.

In general, when we travel around cities in European countries, there is a similarity in the history or architecture of several cities in Europe. But if you have ever visited Europe, I recommend visiting Berlin, the capital of Germany. Berlin has a very fresh and recent history, which occurred about 30 years ago. At that time, Berlin was divided into two parts: West Berlin and East Berlin. The two cities were separated by a wall and strict security. Moreover, the ideologies of the two cities were very different. Finally, in 1989, as communism weakened in East Berlin and the social divide between the two cities grew, the Berlin Wall came down. The fall of the Berlin Wall marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union and the reunification of Germany. Therefore, the reunification of Berlin and Germany became an event that the world remembers.

Winter is strongly associated with snow, but the perception changes when you live in one of the northernmost regions, such as Tromsø. Winter is not only about snow here; one of the eagerly anticipated attractions is the Northern Lights or Aurora. If your city is located beyond the Arctic Circle, there is a possibility that you can see the green lights dancing every night in winter.

After visiting Helsinki, Tallinn, and Saint Petersburg by cruise, it's now Riga's turn to be explored. Riga, the capital of Latvia, is always one of the weekend getaway destinations for people living in Stockholm and the surrounding areas.

Summer is the ideal season for exploring Iceland, not only to avoid snowstorms during winter but also because the summer weather in Iceland is pleasantly cool. It provides a welcome escape from the scorching summer temperatures on the European mainland, which can reach up to 35 degrees Celsius. Since Iceland lacks efficient public transportation between cities, renting a car and embarking on a road trip is the most sensible choice.

After exploring Venice to my heart's content, I finally arrived at my last destination in Italy, the city of Verona. Verona is located midway between Milan and Venice, and it usually serves as a transit point for travelers who prefer to find accommodation in Venice or Milan.

When you've reached Northern Italy, it's a must to visit this city. The city of Venice is located in the Venetian Lagoon and was the economic center in the Middle Ages. We all know what makes Venice famous: the skill of the Venetians in building buildings in this lagoon. This allowed a city to stand proudly in the middle of the water. This city, which has no roads and motor vehicles, relies on water transportation such as boats and boats to move from one point to another. If you look closely, you'll find many canals here, which is Venice's distinctive feature. There are so many canals in Venice that there are 400 bridges to help you cross them.

After thoroughly exploring Cinque Terre, it's time to return to the bustling city. The next city on my itinerary is the Fashion Capital, Milan, Italy. I only briefly visited this city because my main destination was Venice. Milan's strategic location between Cinque Terre and Venice led me to decide to make a stop in Italy's second most populous city. During my time in Milan, I only visited three places, and the rest of my time was spent resting because my legs were very sore after hiking in Cinque Terre. As usual, I purchased a 24-hour transportation ticket to get around the city, which was very affordable at only 4.5 Euros. This price is quite cheap compared to transportation costs in other countries.

When you visit Naples, don't miss the opportunity to explore Pompeii, an ancient city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Due to this volcanic eruption, the entire city was lost to civilization, and its inhabitants who couldn't escape perished. Why is Pompeii worth visiting? One of the reasons is that it offers a glimpse into the life of the ancient Romans.