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UNESCO World Heritage Sites celebrate cultural, historic and natural landscapes of “outstanding universal value”. Representing some of the most amazing locations in the entire world, there are hundreds of UNESCO sites across Europe and the UK – perfect for exploring on your next camping holiday.

Unwind in Aquitaine: Camping Adventures in Southwest France

Rob Fearn | 19 May 2023 | Read time: 5m 30s

Camping is a fantastic way to explore Aquitaine, a beautiful region located in southwestern France. Aquitaine is well known for its diverse landscapes, including stunning coastlines, rolling hills, lush vineyards, and charming villages.
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Protected cultural traditions in France

Rob Fearn | 16 Jan 2023 | Read time: 5m 34s

In common with many countries, France’s identity is framed by its rich cultural heritage. The gorgeous landscapes, majestic coastline, ancient towns and mighty rivers all play a part.
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Tiny Country Camping

Rob Fearn | 18 Nov 2022 | Read time: 4m 56s

Europe is home to five of the top-ten smallest countries in the world, and if you want to explore these micro-nations, then camping could be the perfect way to visit.
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Alternative Portugal

Russell Wheldon | 31 Oct 2022 | Read time: 9m 51s

The Alentejo forms around a third of Portugal's landmass, yet it has just 6% of the population, and few visitors can claim to know much about it. This is one of Europe's least densely populated regions and a sorely overlooked holiday destination.
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The best caves in the Dordogne

Rob Fearn | 7 Oct 2022 | Read time: 4m 42s

Each of France's regions has its unique allure: endless beaches, majestic châteaux, historic cities, undulating vineyards, wild rugged garrigue. The choice is vast.
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Roman remains in France

Rob Fearn | 4 Oct 2022 | Read time: 6m 5s

France has a deep, rich history forged over centuries by many influences. Few were more searing than the Romans who held sway over five centuries, dominating and shaping the Gaulish kingdoms into what we broadly know as France today. Two thousand or so years later the Roman legacy lives on in many ways, none more striking than the physical structures that remain.
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France’s best churches and cathedrals

Rob Fearn | 26 May 2022 | Read time: 7m 18s

Sometimes on holiday, you reach a moment where you need a change. You’ve relaxed and devoured that book, and just fancy a fresh diversion to pique your interest before diving into the next blockbuster.
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UNESCO: United Kingdom

Ben Tully | 8 Dec 2021 | Read time: 12m 46s

Deeply ingrained in Britain's culture and history, the UK's UNESCO sites demonstrate pioneering Victorian industrial heritage and mining culture. In the south, Stonehenge and the Jurassic Coast make up the share of natural sites.
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UNESCO: Western Europe

Ben Tully | 25 Nov 2021 | Read time: 5m 5s

We will be covering 454 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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UNESCO: Germany

Ben Tully | 15 Nov 2021 | Read time: 6m 13s

With its wealth of scenic and cultural interests, Germany is a land of contrasts. From the flatlands of the north to the mountains in the south, with forests in the east and west, regional characteristics are a strong feature of German life and present a rich variety of folklore and customs.
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UNESCO: France

Ben Tully | 15 Nov 2021 | Read time: 24m 18s

There are some impressive places on the list in France, as you can well imagine, such as Chatres Cathedral, the Palace of Versailles and the fortified city of Carcassone. So why not plan your next trip across the Channel to visit some of these sites, they’ve been given this status for a reason, so you know you’re in for a treat!
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UNESCO: Central/Eastern Europe

Ben Tully | 8 Nov 2021 | Read time: 3m 58s

We will be covering 452 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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UNESCO: Spain

Ben Tully | 8 Nov 2021 | Read time: 2m 59s

As of 2021, there are 43 UNESCO sites in Spain, four of which are located in the Canary Islands, one in Ibiza and one in Mallorca (we've only included mainland sites). Spain joined the 8th Session in 1984 and inscribed five sites; Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Córdoba, The Alhambra and the Generalife, Granada, Burgos Cathedral, Monastery and Site of the Escorial, Madrid and Park Güell, Palau Güell and Casa Milà, Barcelona.
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UNESCO: Italy

Ben Tully | 8 Nov 2021 | Read time: 3m 55s

As of November 2021, there are a whopping 58 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy - more than in any other country in the world! The first site to be inscribed was the Rock Drawings in Valcamonica in 1979.
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UNESCO: Southern Europe

Ben Tully | 1 Nov 2021 | Read time: 4m 51s

Europe is home to over 450 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Southern Europe alone has over 130. We'll be journeying through Greece, Vatican City, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Malta this week, so hold on tight!
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UNESCO: Northern Europe

Ben Tully | 11 Oct 2021 | Read time: 17m 27s

We will be covering 454 of Europe's UNESCO sites over four blogs; sorted into northern, southern, western and central/eastern Europe starting with the northern states. We hope to inspire more people to visit more UNESCO sites when travelling.
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The undiscovered realm

Russell Wheldon | 3 Nov 2017 | Read time: 3m 42s

From the breathtaking scenery of Ardennes to the captivating vitality of Luxembourg City, this charming country has plenty to offer...
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The Canals and Rivers of France

Ben Tully | 13 Mar 2017 | Read time: 6m 43s

There’s a great drama about some of them – the magnificent château at Chenonceaux spanning the Cher, the deep gorges...
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In the footsteps of giants

Russell Wheldon | 8 Feb 2017 | Read time: 5m 8s

Poets have often written of Ireland’s emerald hills and sparkling waters, lighting the imagination with depictions of the country’s beauty...
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Châteaux of the Loire

Russell Wheldon | 30 Jan 2017 | Read time: 4m 38s

From Château d’Anet in the North to Culan in the South, they offer some of the most spectacular architecture in the world. A magnificent illustration of French thought and design, each of the Loire châteaux tells a story of the region.
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