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Holidays to Europe’s lakes and mountains are all about authentic experiences. Whether it’s boat hopping between colourful towns or walking among mountain peaks, you can do more of what you love with TUI Lakes & Mountains. So pick your holiday must-have below, and discover where it could take you.

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You’ll bag some of the best views of Zell am See’s old town and the Hohe Tauern mountains by taking to the water. Boats cruise Lake Zell every hour, or for something a little bit different, set sail on the Libelle – a wooden motor launch built in 1947.

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The steady, consistent winds here make it one of the liveliest spots on Lake Garda for watersports, with windsurfers and sailors out most days. You can join lessons to learn the ropes or take it slower in a kayak. There are also plenty of wide beaches for swimming, plus lakeside cafés for an easy front-row seat.

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Zell am See, Austria

Riva, Italy

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Explore not one but two lakes on a holiday here. Grab a ferry to the far side of Lake Brienz, passing plunging waterfalls and tiny villages along the way. Then take to the clear blue waters of Lake Thun and soak up the views of the surrounding mountain peaks from a fresh angle.

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Interlaken, Switzerland

Wander the canal-laced streets of the ‘Venice of the Alps’, where pastel-coloured buildings lead you into a lively medieval centre. There’s history at every turn, from island castles and hilltop fortresses filled with medieval art to bustling markets that give a taste of local life.

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Glide across the lake on a traditional wooden pletna boat, heading to the island to ring the wishing bell or explore its historic church. Back on shore, explore churches and Bled Castle, where centuries of history come with elevated views over the lake.

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This UNESCO-protected pick has history round every corner. Explore ancient churches and the Roman amphitheatre, or jump on a ferry across Lake Ohrid to the Monastery of St Naum. The Bay of Bones museum is a unique site too – a replica Bronze Age settlement set on stilts above the water.

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Bled, Slovenia

Ohrid, North Macedonia

Annecy, France

You don’t have to be a hiker to enjoy Chamonix’s cracking mountain views, thanks to the Aiguille du Midi cable car that’ll carry you up to the 3,842m summit. You can get up close to France’s longest glacier, the Mer de Glace, on holidays here too – just take the bright red Montenvers cog train up to the top station.

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Take the only cable car on Lake Garda up the Monte Baldo mountain range, climbing to 1,760m as slowly rotating cabins reveal 360-degree views. At the top, walking and biking routes keep the scenery going, with wide-open viewpoints over the lake, the peaks and beyond.

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Head up to Europe’s highest train station at 3,454m aboard the Jungfrau Railway, with views over to Italy, France and Germany. For more camera-clicking opps, take cable cars up to the Schilthorn summit from nearby Mürren to count over 200 peaks on the viewing deck.

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Malcesine, Italy

Grindelwald, Switzerland

Chamonix, France

Winding through the UNESCO-listed Dolomites, trails here range from gentle valley paths to high-altitude routes with big-sky views. Hop on a cable car for scenic ridge walks or link village-to-village routes, with peaks like Sassolungo never far from view. And grabbing a post-hike bite to eat in a mountain hut is a must.

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With themed routes designed with little ones in mind and lift-accessed walks to higher viewpoints, it’s easy to get stuck into the mountains at your own pace. There’s over 400km of trails to explore, from short scenic loops to bigger routes with knockout scenery across the Hohe Tauern mountains.

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Lace up for more than 200km of marked trails, from easy-going paths to longer hikes that weave through the Portes du Soleil. Or swap boots for two wheels and ride high-mountain passes or bike park routes, with cable cars on hand to keep the views – and descents – coming.

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Saalbach, Austria

Morzine, France

Val di Fassa, Italy

From award-winning restaurants to cosy mountain huts, you’ll find Tyrolean flavours served your way, whether you’re settling in for a long lunch or grabbing an ice cream as you go. There’s also a local microbrewery pouring freshly brewed beer, with traditional dishes like schnitzel and goulash on the menu.

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Variety is the spice of the food scene around central Europe’s largest lake. From flavour-filled goulash and fish soups to the local street food ‘langos’ – deep-fried flatbreads topped with cheesy, garlicky goodness – there’s lots for your tastebuds to tinker with. And being in the Hungarian wine district, finding your fave vino is a must.

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Sitting pretty among vineyard-covered hills, this is where Lake Garda’s wine scene comes into its own, with rosés and reds poured close to the water. Join a local vineyard tour to follow the journey from grape to glass, with plenty of tastings along the way.

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Balatonfüred, Hungary

Bardolino, Italy

Kitzbühel, Austria

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Time to unwind

Slip straight into Lake Garda’s water, where warm springs bubble up in certain spots, adding an extra layer of calm to your swim. Or lose track of time at Aquaria Thermal Spa, where lakeside hot tubs beg you to sink in and stay a while.

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This valley’s been leaning into relaxation since Roman times, with natural thermal waters shaping wind-down days in spa complexes and open-air bathing lakes. Drift between saunas and steam rooms, or ease into spa treatments that take the edge off after time outdoors.

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High above the Lauterbrunnen Valley, this peaceful spot slows things down, with wow-worthy Jungfrau views to take in at your own pace. There’s the Schwimmbad Waldbort outdoor pool, known as one of Switzerland’s most scenic, plus hotel spas with fab wellness facilities.

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Bad Hofgastein, Austria

Wengen, Switzerland

Sirmione, Italy

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