7Giethoorn, Netherlands

Giethoorn, a Dutch village known as the “Venice of the North,” is a fairytale come to life. Instead of roads, Giethoorn has charming canals and rustic thatched-roof cottages that line the waterways. To explore this picturesque village, you’ll need a boat instead of a car, adding to the sense of magic and wonder. Giethoorn offers a glimpse of an idyllic world where time seems to stand still.