Leavenworth, Washington (Instead of Bavaria, Germany) Leavenworth, Washington / Bavaria, Germany With the Cascade Mountains in the background, you can snap a photo and share with your friends that you’re in an alpine village while visiting Leavenworth. You can sample locally produced cheeses, drink imported German beer, attend some wine tastings or explore outdoor activities, like German festivals, that attract visitors all year round. Travelers find joy in Oktoberfest, Manifest, Accordion Celebration and Christkindlmarkt. Midway, Utah (Instead of Switzerland) Midway, Utah / Switzerland A large number of Swiss immigrants helped build a fort in the mountains of Utah in the late 1800s. Much of the architecture was inspired by the people’s German heritage, and the builders then also make up similar interfaces, which include several high-end resorts. The towering Mount Timpanogos adds to the feeling that you are touring Switzerland. You can visit several natural hot springs and Olympic venues nearby, offering a variety of adventure activities. In winter, ice castles are built here as a feature. Solvang, California (Instead of Denmark) Solvang, California / Denmark Built in 1911 by Danish-American immigrants from the Midwest, Solvang calls itself “a small piece of Denmark in Southern California. Solvang’s architecture has an old European feel. Strolling through town, you’ll pass boutiques, bakeries, and notable historic sites. Fredericksburg, Texas (Instead of Bavaria, Germany) Fredericksburg, Texas /Bavaria, Germany Fredericksburg has been called the most beautiful town in Texas by Architectural Digest. The city’s Bavarian roots play an important role in its distinctive look. In the summer, you can see the lavender fields outside of town, take in the beautiful scenery and unique dining experience that the Texas Hill Country has to offer. And if you’ve ever wanted to visit Europe’s magnificent Christmas markets, Fredericksburg will give you a taste of it without leaving the United States. Holland, Michigan (Instead of Holland) Holland, Michigan / Holland Holland, Michigan gives you a glimpse of the Netherlands right here in the United States. Visitors to the annual Tulip Time Festival will be greeted by a magnificent display of millions of colorful tulips. Windmill Island Gardens has an authentic Dutch windmill called DeZwaan. You can also visit Nelis’Dutch Village, an amusement park with fun and unique activities about Dutch heritage. Vail, Colorado (Instead of Bavaria, Germany) Vail, Colorado / Bavaria, Germany Vail is a town covered in a beautiful snow-white coat with a very clear European influence and direction. High-end resorts, restaurants, shops, streets and mountain vistas are all designed to make you feel like you’re in the Alps. Walking the town’s cobblestone streets can be as enjoyable as traversing the slopes. Take a scenic gondola ride for stunning views of the picturesque mountainside. Telluride, Colorado (Instead of Switzerland) Telluride, Colorado / Switzerland While downtown Telluride will feel like an old town newly mined and remade into the high-end ski and vacation spot it is today, what’s impressive is in the great ridge at the site. This will make you think of the Swiss Alps. Skiers rave about its beauty during the winter, and when summer comes, it offers beautiful waterfalls and wildflower gardens. Frankenmuth, Michigan (Instead of Bavaria, Germany) Frankenmuth, Michigan / Bavaria, Germany Frankenmuth identifies himself as the little Bavarian version of Michigan. The European vibe, especially from Germany, is evident in every detail of the city, from the architecture to the vibrant festivals. Visitors can also learn how to make cookies, go on a boat cruise along the river, or shop in glamorous boutiques.

This project cost $2.8 million and took 2 years to build. Source: Carlos Costa/AFP The bridge is located at a height of 175m, below is the fast flowing water of the Paiva river. The scenery here is extremely peaceful, but the journey across the bridge is not for the faint of heart. The bridge is supported by steel cables and two massive towers on each side, the railing has a metal mesh, but visitors still feel a little “wobble” when crossing the bridge. Although heights can be intimidating for many, the first guests to walk here said they were excited and enjoyed the experience. A local resident named Marcio Soares also shared, he feels proud of the bridge. The Arouca city government hopes the $2.8 million project and takes two years to build will help revive the economy here. Suspension bridge “516 Arouca”. Source: Reuters During the inauguration ceremony, Mayor Margarida Belem said it will be one of the main attractions in the area: “Although the construction of the bridge has been completed for some time, the inauguration is still very important because It allows us to resume tourism.” Mr. Emanuel – a local guide shared, this city is aging rapidly as many young people move to big cities: “This is a breath of fresh air for our land, helping to attract many heads of the city. More private, more tourists. It will give a new impetus to Arouca.”

Officially inaugurated on May 2, this bridge is really not for the faint of heart. This special structure is made up of metal grids, hanging precariously at a height of 175m overlooking the fast-flowing Paiva River. Nestled among the rocky mountains covered with green trees and yellow flowers inside the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Arouca Geopark, the Arouca Bridge is 516m long. To cross this bridge, on average, each person takes about 10 minutes. The bridge is not intended for children under the age of six. Not until today’s inauguration ceremony, two days ago, people from the nearby town of Arouca were allowed to walk across this special suspension bridge. As the first person to have the courage to cross the longest suspension bridge in the world, Hugo Xavier shared: “I was a bit scared, but it was really worth it. Truly extraordinary, so unique.” Margarida Belem, the head of the Arouca region, said that the opening of the bridge after two years of construction would help the region resume tourism activities. “This bridge is a major attraction of this region,” said Margarida Belem. Meanwhile, Mr. Emanuel, a local tour guide, expects that: “The bridge is a breath of fresh air for our land because it will attract more investment, more people.” because the population in the region is aging rapidly as many young people move to big cities. “It will give a new impetus to Arouca,” said Emanuel. When fully operational from May 3, the 516m Arouca suspension bridge will break the 2017 record for the longest pedestrian suspension bridge recorded for the Charles Kuonen suspension bridge in Randa, in the mountains. Swiss Alps.

The town of Evian-Les-Bains located in the Rhone-Alpes region on the shores of Lake Geneva in southeastern France attracts visitors for its pure and refreshing mineral water. Derived from rain and ice on the top of the Alps, gradually seeping through many geological layers, new mineral water flows to the groundwater of this land. Evian natural mineral spring is one of the top destinations in the French Alps. It took 15 years for raindrops in the Alps to flow down deep underground. This world famous water is completely free for everyone. The small town has lots of free public water baths available to the residents. Therefore, visitors coming here often quench their thirst with this wonderful gift. From gym runners, housewives to tourists just bring bottles to collect water to use. 10 adjacent mountain peaks form a low-lying area of ​​about 35 km2 containing huge natural water resources. Many visitors come to town with the desire to once drink the famous pure water. The pure mineral water source of this region has been exploited and bottled since 1826. The mineral water bottles are gradually exported to many countries around the world. From Geneva airport (Switzerland), visitors take about 2 hours by train to reach the town. Not only famous for its mineral water stream, this place also has many other beautiful sights for you to explore. The majestic Lake Geneva is located in the middle of the Alps valley, impressed by the fresh air and unspoiled natural beauty. Here, you can take a relaxing walk or meditate. Climbing up the steep vineyards, boating or sunbathing by the lake, enjoying the sun, fresh air is also a memorable experience in town. In addition, visitors should not miss the famous spa sites with warm and relaxing natural hot tubs.