Europe Action & adventure, Autumn, Island & reefs + Waterfall pictures

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Find one of Europe’s largest glaciers, its most powerful waterfall, most extensive national park and oldest parliament in this island nation on the verge of the Arctic.

Look for rainbows in the rushing cascade, trek across a glacier and learn about Icelandic traditions around this town.

Serious skiers come from near and far for the challenging pistes and stay for the crackling vacation atmosphere of this Tyrolean resort. 

Creep into the extraordinary secret lair behind this cascade to see the ferocious carpet of water from every angle.

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

Enter a peaceful park full of forests, lakes and long expanses of grass, all within minutes of the city centre.

This cliff-topped village is at the pinnacle of the visual drama of Santorini, with its striking white-and-blue homes, windmills and churches.

Venture inside a mountain to be captivated by the fascinating sights and sounds of 10 glacial waterfalls. See how the water has created unusual rock formations.

Learn about Wales’ proud heritage and language in this historic region, as you travel by rail past castles and mountains.

From skiing and tubing to hiking, climbing and sailing, the wild mountainous scenery of this alpine resort town offers a variety of summer and winter pursuits.

Mykonos\' charming and lively capital combines the best of modern and traditional Greece.

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

Gaze up at the roaring waterfall that marks the point between the coastal highlands and the lowlands reclaimed from the sea.

Creep into the extraordinary secret lair behind this cascade to see the ferocious carpet of water from every angle.

This cliff-topped village is at the pinnacle of the visual drama of Santorini, with its striking white-and-blue homes, windmills and churches.

Take a break from Munich’s bustling streets among the lakes, meadows and beer gardens of this oasis of calm in the centre of the city.

Creep into the extraordinary secret lair behind this cascade to see the ferocious carpet of water from every angle.

Appreciate a view of the impressive horseshoe shape of the Waterfall of the Gods and go hiking alongside the foamy rapids of the Skjálfandafljót River.

Visitors of all ages will delight in this village’s family-friendly snow fields, outdoor adventures and wellness retreats.