7Giethoorn, Netherlands
Often referred to as the “Venice of the North,” Giethoorn is a picture-perfect village where cars are rare, and the main mode of transport is by boat or bicycle. This small town, located in the province of Overijssel, is built around a network of canals and charming thatched-roof cottages, creating a magical, fairytale atmosphere.
Visitors can explore Giethoorn by renting a whisper boat (a small, silent electric boat), gliding along the serene canals while passing under centuries-old wooden bridges.
