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Switzerland Walking Tour in 4k - ZERMATT

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  This walking tour was recorded at the end of August in one of the most recognizable and famous towns in southern Switzerland — Zermatt , located in the canton of Valais. The town lies in the upper part of the Mattertal valley, on the Mattervispa river, in the Pennine Alps, at an altitude of 1,608 meters above sea level. It is the southernmost ski resort at the foot of the highest peaks of the Swiss Alps. Zermatt is most commonly associated with the Matterhorn (4,478 m), arguably the most famous mountain in the world. In the vicinity of the town, there are as many as 38 mountain peaks over 4,000 meters high. Some of the most well-known include Dufourspitze (4,634 m), Dom (4,545 m), Liskamm (4,527 m), Weisshorn (4,506 m), and the Matterhorn (4,478 m). These peaks are surrounded by massive glaciers such as the Gorner Glacier — the second-largest glacier in the Alps — as well as the Findel Glacier and Zmutt Glacier. Zermatt is one of only nine places in Switzerland where combusti...
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Switzerland Walking Tour in 4k - SAAS-FEE

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  A Walking Tour through another mountain village, the well-known ski resort Saas-Fee in southern Switzerland , located in the canton of Valais, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Alps." Saas-Fee village is situated on a high-altitude plateau at an elevation of 1,800 meters above sea level in the Saas Valley. The village is surrounded by 13 peaks exceeding 4,000 meters, including the highest mountain in Switzerland, the Dom (Dom de Mischabel - 4,546 meters above sea level), as well as other notable peaks such as Nadelhorn (4,327 m), Lenzspitze (4,294 m), Alphubel (4,206 m), and Weissmies (4,023 m). Saas-Fee is one of nine Swiss villages where combustion engine vehicles are prohibited. Here, you will only encounter small electric delivery vehicles and minibuses. In summer, visitors can enjoy numerous one-day excursions as well as 350 kilometers of hiking trails and thematic routes. Of course, let’s not forget the friendliest residents of the village—the famous tame mar...
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Location: 3906 Saas-Fee, Szwajcaria
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Switzerland Walking Tour in 4k - BETTMERALP

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  A walking tour of the charming Alpine village of Bettmeralp in Switzerland , which is located at an altitude of 1,948 meters above sea level and is completely free of car traffic, accessible only via a large-cabin cable car. The only vehicles you will find here are light electric ones used for transporting goods or people. In the immediate vicinity, the exceptional Aletsch Glacier reigns, the first site in the Alps to be recognized by UNESCO as a Natural World Heritage site. This family-friendly summer and winter resort stands out with a high number of sunny days—there are as many as 300 days of sunshine per year. Bettmeralp is located in southern Switzerland , specifically in the canton of Valais. The village features incredibly charming chalets, friendly residents, a lively village center with shops, bars, and local grocery stores, and above all, fantastic views that will immediately captivate anyone who sets foot in Bettmeralp. There are also many historical landmarks, one ...
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Location: Bettmeralp, Szwajcaria
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Switzerland Walking Tour in 4k - BRIENZ

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  Another extraordinary walking tour, this time through the town of Brienz in Switzerland , located amidst picturesque and towering mountains at the eastern end of the turquoise lake of the same name, Brienzersee. The town is situated at an altitude of approximately 566 meters above sea level at the foot of Brienzer Rothorn (2348 meters above sea level), while to the south of the lake lies the Schwarzhorn peak (2928 meters above sea level). Charming Brienz is renowned for its woodcarving tradition, enjoying a long history of woodworking craftsmanship. To this day, the town hosts a woodcarving and violin-making school. It also has a well-developed tourism infrastructure and serves as an excellent base for excursions throughout the Bernese Oberland, to the Ballenberg Open-Air Museum, and to Lucerne and Interlaken, or for exploring nearby Alpine passes. Currently, around 3,150 people live here permanently, and the municipality covers an area of 5,492 hectares. Evidence of the Alaman...
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Location: 3855 Brienz, Szwajcaria
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Czech Republic Walking Tour in 4k - KLADNO

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  A walking tour through the charming town of Kladno in the Czech Republic , located just 25 km west of Prague. This small town has a population of 69,078 and covers an area of approximately 37 km². The first written mention of the town dates back to the early 14th century when it was a larger village with a church and a fortress that served as the seat of the local noble family, the Kladen family of Kladno . Around the mid-19th century, the agricultural town and its surroundings underwent a turbulent transformation into a significant industrial area due to the development of coal mining and metallurgy. From the early 1950s, the town experienced unprecedented growth, accompanied by an influx of workers, which rapidly increased its population. Today, Kladno is the 13th largest city in the Czech Republic, featuring a beautiful town center and several important historical landmarks. The tour begins in the town square at the heart of the city, where the historic Church of the Assumpt...
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Location: Kladno, Czechy
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Montenegro Walking Tour in 4k - KOTOR

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  This time, our walking tour takes us to Kotor , Montenegro , a city located in one of the most beautiful bays in the world. For centuries, it has been known as a city of merchants and renowned sailors. A port city situated in the southwestern part of Montenegro , Kotor lies right on the Bay of Kotor, at the end of the Gulf of Kotor, along the Adriatic Sea coastline. The city is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges, with the highest peak, Stirovnik (1,749 meters above sea level), located in Lovćen National Park. Despite its ancient history, Kotor is a small town, with only 1,360 permanent residents as of 2023. Its history dates back to time immemorial, and Kotor's Old Town is the best-preserved medieval urban ensemble, typical of cities built in the 12th and 14th centuries. Its medieval architecture and numerous cultural heritage landmarks have earned Kotor a place on UNESCO's World Natural and Cultural Heritage list. The city’s buildings are scattered throughout, ...
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Location: Kotor, Czarnogóra
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Walking Tour in 4k - MOSTAR

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  A walking tour through the magical city of Mostar , located in the heart of Bosnia's enchanting landscape along the Neretva River. As one of the largest urban centers in the country, Mostar had a population of 103,948 in 2022, representing a mix of ethnicities and religions. Situated in the southwestern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina , Mostar lies on the Mostarsko polje plain at an altitude of 60 to 110 meters above sea level. It enjoys a mix of warm temperate and Mediterranean climates, making the region known for its hot summers and rare rainfall. The city's most iconic landmark is the 16th-century Old Bridge, built in 1566. This architectural masterpiece is also the centerpiece of a revered tradition, attracting visitors from around the world. Sadly, the bridge was destroyed during the war on November 9, 1993, but it was reconstructed and reopened on July 23, 2004. In July 2005, the Old Bridge and its surroundings were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Traces of ...
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Location: 88000 Mostar, Bośnia i Hercegowina
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