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Who wouldn't like to live or visit towns whose scenery shamelessly seduces you with great looks, reasonably priced deals and continual appeal? Read on to find the rundown of some of the best mountain towns for best views, and to not strap on pair of skis or even pedaling a mountain bike.
Lucerne, Switzerland: A city set amidst the picturesque Swiss Alps looks like a model-train set come to life! Flower boxes line the cobblestoned streets while medieval-style homes sneak behind them. Chapel Bridge (Kapllbrucke), a fourteenth century church crosses the Reuss River that flows through the town's Lake Lucerne - the town's crystal-clear pristine lake. To perfect the scenery - little red cog railway cars climb the steep Mt. Pilatus in the milieu.
Do not miss taking a ride on the cog railway up the mountain or take a hike if you do not want to take the train. You can also ride on the high ropes courses, zip-lines, tubing slides, and summer toboggan that run here. Return to the historic Old Town which is a pedestrian only shopping area where you can saunter narrow winding streets that lead you to the Hermes Store and splurge at max Chocolatier.
Bled, Slovenia:
Bled, in the Julien Alps lines theAustrian border and has all the characteristics of a classic fairy tale: cliff-top castle, frozen peaks, turquoise-greenish blue lake, church steeple, a wishing bell and a signature sweet-meat. The alpine town of Bled if found near the edge of the dark green forest - Triglav National Park. It also encompasses a waterfall and mountains that are famous for the legends of Zlatrog - the golden-homed chamois that is rumored to live here.
There are tons of things to do in the town. Hike up to the millennium old Bled Castle. You can bottle wine in the cellar, cosset in the herbal gallery's aroma, or even stay for a meal with a view. You can reach the castle by either rowing a boat or hitch a ride on the local gondola-like pletna, and don't forget to ring the celebrated church bell. Try not to skip biting into the town's signature cream cake - Kremma Rezina - at Slascicarna Smon.
Stowe, Vermont:
A classic, exemplary, quintessential New England town, Stowe is situated in a fertile valley between the Green Mountain's peaks. This old-fashioned charming town is a throwback to all things natural. The famed Main Street area is home to a general store, a malt shop and even a mercantile with fresh handmade fudge. If you want to get away from even the slightest sight of urbanization, then head to the countryside for a grazing tour of Vermont's famous farm treats and bed and breakfasts in the lap of nature.
Step into Laughing Moon Chocolates on Main Street, or at Cold Hollow Cider mill and Ben & Jerry's in the Waterbury area for free samples year-round. Harrison's Restaurant & Bar, a popular watering hole in a historical Main Street basement, is like the Cheers of Stowe. Browse Stowe Craft & Design for handmade items, including great furniture for mountain retreats.
Girdwood, Alaska:
Originally called the "Glacier City" for the colossal icy peaks that enclose it, Girdwood is set amidst a tranquil rugged valley and is Alaska's most productive and still active placer gold mines, Crow Creek Mine, where you can pan for gold.
You can find adventure and photo ops all around the year, take a guided glacier hike or go on an ice-climbing trek. A trip to the top on Alyeska Resort's aerial tram nets you a splurge-worthy dinner destination: Seven Glaciers Restaurant. Or bite into the town's sumptuous cinnamon rolls at the Bake Shop near the base of the ski hill.
Lucerne, Switzerland: A city set amidst the picturesque Swiss Alps looks like a model-train set come to life! Flower boxes line the cobblestoned streets while medieval-style homes sneak behind them. Chapel Bridge (Kapllbrucke), a fourteenth century church crosses the Reuss River that flows through the town's Lake Lucerne - the town's crystal-clear pristine lake. To perfect the scenery - little red cog railway cars climb the steep Mt. Pilatus in the milieu.
Do not miss taking a ride on the cog railway up the mountain or take a hike if you do not want to take the train. You can also ride on the high ropes courses, zip-lines, tubing slides, and summer toboggan that run here. Return to the historic Old Town which is a pedestrian only shopping area where you can saunter narrow winding streets that lead you to the Hermes Store and splurge at max Chocolatier.
Bled, Slovenia:
Bled, in the Julien Alps lines theAustrian border and has all the characteristics of a classic fairy tale: cliff-top castle, frozen peaks, turquoise-greenish blue lake, church steeple, a wishing bell and a signature sweet-meat. The alpine town of Bled if found near the edge of the dark green forest - Triglav National Park. It also encompasses a waterfall and mountains that are famous for the legends of Zlatrog - the golden-homed chamois that is rumored to live here.
There are tons of things to do in the town. Hike up to the millennium old Bled Castle. You can bottle wine in the cellar, cosset in the herbal gallery's aroma, or even stay for a meal with a view. You can reach the castle by either rowing a boat or hitch a ride on the local gondola-like pletna, and don't forget to ring the celebrated church bell. Try not to skip biting into the town's signature cream cake - Kremma Rezina - at Slascicarna Smon.
Stowe, Vermont:
A classic, exemplary, quintessential New England town, Stowe is situated in a fertile valley between the Green Mountain's peaks. This old-fashioned charming town is a throwback to all things natural. The famed Main Street area is home to a general store, a malt shop and even a mercantile with fresh handmade fudge. If you want to get away from even the slightest sight of urbanization, then head to the countryside for a grazing tour of Vermont's famous farm treats and bed and breakfasts in the lap of nature.
Step into Laughing Moon Chocolates on Main Street, or at Cold Hollow Cider mill and Ben & Jerry's in the Waterbury area for free samples year-round. Harrison's Restaurant & Bar, a popular watering hole in a historical Main Street basement, is like the Cheers of Stowe. Browse Stowe Craft & Design for handmade items, including great furniture for mountain retreats.
Girdwood, Alaska:
Originally called the "Glacier City" for the colossal icy peaks that enclose it, Girdwood is set amidst a tranquil rugged valley and is Alaska's most productive and still active placer gold mines, Crow Creek Mine, where you can pan for gold.
You can find adventure and photo ops all around the year, take a guided glacier hike or go on an ice-climbing trek. A trip to the top on Alyeska Resort's aerial tram nets you a splurge-worthy dinner destination: Seven Glaciers Restaurant. Or bite into the town's sumptuous cinnamon rolls at the Bake Shop near the base of the ski hill.
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