Most people regard Europe as a prime travel destination for fashion, culture, cuisine, and history. There is, however, one offering of the continent that often skips notice: adventure sports. You may not be aware of this, but Europe features some of the most exciting adrenaline pumping adventure sports that engage the mind and soul! All you have to do is take leave from your mundane lifestyle, book a private jet charter, and explore the roads less travelled. Here’s our pick of the top five European destinations for adrenaline junkies! Take a look.
1. Interlaken, Switzerland
This land of snow covered peaks and frozen Alpine lakes boasts two of the world’s best adventure destinations: the Jungfrau peak and the biggest glacier in the Alps, the Aletsch. You will absolutely love the thrill of hiking up the steep mountain face, and for those who prefer less strenuous activities, taking the Jungfraubahn train provides a stunning view of the valley and the glacier. Breathtaking scenery, steep mountain slopes, and gorgeous snow covered peaks, Interlaken has it all! And the best part is , it is just a charter flight away!
2. Grossglockner Alpine Road, Austria
The Grossglockner Alpine Road gets its name after the highest mountain peak in Austria, and offers one of the most exciting road-trip experiences in Europe. The road features precarious hairpin-like curves and sensational views of the Pasterze, the longest glacier in Austria. Not many know this, but you can actually ride a bicycle on the road, and make the descent to the glacier on foot. You do not want to miss an opportunity to step onto an actual glacier.
3. Jökulsárlón, Iceland
The land of the Northern lights, Iceland is one surprising adventure destination! Just a few kilometers from Reykjavik, it features a sensational collection of hot springs, steep waterfalls, huge glaciers, and colossal volcanoes. One of the most picturesque, yet adventurous destinations in Iceland is the Jökulsárlón. The frozen glacial lake is on the edge of Breiðamerkurjökull, another glacier, and is frequented by adrenaline junkies on snowmobiles.
4. Madeira, Portugal
Let’s move from ice-cold regions to more laid-back, warmer European regions. Madeira is one of Portugal’s archipelagos in the Atlantic. As the name suggests, the place is known for its mature wines and feisty lifestyle. Don’t get fooled by this though; Madeira also features stunning wave-surfing, and twisted trails all along the volcanic ridges. To top it all, you have the rocky peak, Arieiro, which is one steep climb through the eucalyptus laden forests up to the picturesque mountain peak.
5. Canary Islands, Spain
Spain’s Canary Islands have the reputation of being a favorite destination for beach-bums and adventure junkies. The islands feature an array of distinctive microclimates, and boast several exciting landscapes, including sandy deserts, daunting volcanic landscapes, white-sand beaches, and ferny sub-tropical forests. The place is known for exciting water-sports, and offers a multitude of adventure activities such as whale-watching, sailing, surfing, and snorkeling.
Bon Voyage
Going on an adventure trip is a welcome break from a mundane corporate life. Not only does it ignite your passion for life, but it also helps you relieve stress. Private jet charter services avail jet cards and private charter planes to conveniently fly you to popular destinations that promise an adventure of a lifetime. Leviate Air specializes in aircraft sales and acquisitions, and can also help you find the best private plane to charter as per your travel plans. To book our charter flights or get more information, fill out our contact form. You can also call us at (877) 720-2770.