27 countries you can visit on A schengen visa

12 OCT, 2023

Adhya Moona

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Austria is famous for its castles, palaces and buildings, among other architectural works. The country offers picturesque views

1. austria

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Belgium is known for its chocolate, waffles, beer. It is home to NATO headquarters and to the EU Commission and European Parliament.

2. belgium

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Croatia is known for its beaches, and its coast lies entirely on the Adriatic Sea. The country offers postcard perfect views.

3. croatia

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Czech Republic has beautiful castles, rich history and culture, and is a paradise for music lovers. 

4. czech republic 

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This Scandinavian country, Denmark, is known for its high-quality design and architecture. Denmark offers a high quality of life.

5. denmark

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Estonia borders the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland. It’s popular for its dense woods, charming historic centre of Tallinn, and unique history.

6. estonia

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A country in Northern Europe, Finland offers a higher standard of living and is also one of the happiest countries in the world.

7. finland

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France is famous for its patisseries, cafes, and must-visit places include Eiffel Tower, Notre dame de Paris, Louvre Museum, Versailles Palace. 

8. france 

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Germany is a Western European country with a landscape of forests, rivers, mountain ranges and North Sea beaches. The country is known for its beer.

9. germany

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Greece is a beautiful country with rich history, culture and traditions. Must visit Athens, Mykonos and Santorini when in Greece. 

10. greece

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A stunning country with a quaint atmosphere. Budapest is known for its architectural marvels such as the Buda castle and its Parliament building. 

11. hungary

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Iceland has a dramatic landscape - volcanoes, geysers, hot springs & lava fields. You can travel to Iceland with a Schengen visa but it is not part of EU.

12. iceland

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Italy is a country with breathtaking views, delicious cuisine, rich history and architecture. Must visit Rome, Amalfi Coast, Lake Como. 

13. italy

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Latvia is a country on the Baltic Sea between Lithuania and Estonia. Its landscape is marked by wide beaches and dense, sprawling forests.

14. latvia 

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Known for its medieval castles and alpine landscapes, Lichtenstein is an associate member of the Schengen Area but it is not a member of the EU.

15. liechtenstein

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A country in the Baltic region of Europe, Lithuania is famous for its landscapes - flatlands, abundant forests, and lakes. 

16. lithuania

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Luxembourg is a small European country famed for its fortified medieval old town and historic monuments. 

17. luxembourg

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Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast. Must visit Megalithic Temples of Malta.

18. malta

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The Netherlands is popular for its canals, tulip fields, windmills and cycling routes. The standard of life in The Netherlands is high. 

19. the netherlands

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You can visit Norway on a Schengen visa, but it is not a member of the EU. You can see the Northern lights from Norway.

20. norway

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Poland has a rich history. People visit different medieval castles, the infamous Auschwitz Birkenau camp and museums here.

21. poland

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Portugal's unique charm stems from its rich cultural heritage, picturesque beaches, and warm, welcoming people.

22. portugal

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Slovakia is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It is home to unique castles, caves, hot springs, folk architecture and more.

23. slovakia 

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Slovenia, a country in Central Europe, is known for its mountains, ski resorts and lakes. Tourists often visit Lake Bled. 

24. slovenia

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Apart from being world famous for its football, Spain is also known because of its culinary art, bullfights, architecture, beaches. 

25. spain

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Sweden has thousands of coastal islands, inland lakes, along with vast forests and glaciated mountains. It is one of the best countries to live in.

26. sweden

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You can visit Switzerland with a Schengen visa. But, it is not a member of the EU. The country is known for its ethereal natural beauty. 

27. switzerland