Where to go to visit national parks in Europe

Looking for a walking holiday that gets you closer to nature? Step into some of Europe's most stunning national parks - from the wild alpine beauty of Triglav National Park in Slovenia to the UNESCO-listed Puez-Odle Nature Park in Italy's Dolomites. Each of the regions below puts a world-class park right at your feet. Lace up - nature's calling.

Our favourite national parks in Europe

Triglav National Park, Slovenia

Perfectly positioned on the edge of Triglav National Park, Kranjska Gora is an ideal base for exploring one of Slovenia’s most stunning natural landscapes. The park is a haven for walkers, offering everything from gentle forest trails to challenging hikes that lead to dramatic limestone peaks. Along the way, you’ll encounter cascading waterfalls, colourful wildflowers, and breathtaking alpine views.

Kranjska Gora Jasna Lake
Selva Val Gardena Dolomites Puez Odle Natural Park UNESCO (1)

Puez-Odle Nature Park, Dolomites, Italy

The Puez-Odle Nature Park offers a variety of routes for all skill levels. Whether you're after a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike, each path provides stunning views of the Dolomites, showcasing the region's breathtaking beauty. As part of a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, this spectacular landscape combines dramatic peaks, lush meadows, and alpine charm in every direction.

Comapedrosa Nature Park, Andorra

Arinsal, just north of Comapedrosa Nature Park, is perfect for hiking with marked paths that lead to beautiful waterfalls, lakes, and forests. The park is home to Coma Pedrosa, Andorra’s highest peak at nearly 3,000 meters. With plenty of hiking routes and mountain refuges, it’s a great place to explore nature and spot local wildlife.

Arinsal View Of The Arinsal Valley
Zell Am See Krimml Waterfalls Adobestock 139990502

Hohe Tauern National Park,  Austria

As the largest national park in Austria and one of the biggest in Europe, Hohe Tauern spans across Tyrol, Salzburg, and Carinthia. This protected alpine paradise features glaciers, waterfalls, meadows, and diverse wildlife, making it a dream destination for nature lovers, hikers, and adventurers.

Zell am See offers an unforgettable escape on the shores of Lake Zell, surrounded by the rolling Pinzgau hills and the stunning Hohe Tauern National Park.

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