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Top ten filming locations to visit in Europe

Below is a guide to the best filming regions in Europe.

Did you know that most of your favourite movies are shot in Europe? Europe offers a rich canvas for artists of various genres, especially film. With monumental structures and iconic film landmarks, Europe is home to the best filming locations in the world. A European vacation can have you walking in the footsteps of your favourite movie characters. With the right guidance, you can find the best European filming spots. Below is a guide to the best filming regions in Europe. We have also gone the extra mile to give you a list of the films shot at various destinations. We do believe your favourite film is featured on our list.

Filming regions in Europe
From movies filmed in the 80s, take a trip with us through the top 10 filming locations across Europe.

The United Kingdom – Harry Potter
Not only is the UK home to the royal family, but it is also home to some of the best films ever made (Harry Potter). Growing up, I wished I had attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. If you are like me, all hope is not lost. What scholars call oxford university is known as Hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry by wizards. From the very first movie, oxford has been the home to harry potter and his wizard friends. A university tour includes visiting the quads, the cloisters of Christ Church, the iconic staircase, the massive hall, and the cathedral. You will be sure to live the Hogwarts dream while on this trip.

Scottish Highlands (Glencoe) – James Bond
James bond is a legend who was born in the Scottish Highlands. Believe it or not, there are 27 films produced for the series. The first ever movie was produced in 1963 and is still in production. Did you know the iconic MI6 has its residence on the Scottish island? If you are a die-hard fan of the blockbuster, visiting Scotland, where the character hails, should be on your to-do list. Glen-Etive is a few kilometers from Glencoe, whose breathtaking landscape has also been featured in the film. The Scottish Highlands should be on everyone's bucket list. The views are out of this world, with large mountains, blue lakes, and natural scenery.

Croatia (Klis Fortress and Diocletian’s palace) – Game of Thrones
Every Tom, Dick, and Harry has heard of the Game of Thrones series. A fun fact is that the HBO show for many seasons was filmed in Croatia. For the show's fans, a trip to Croatia is worth it. Taking a local bus from the Split center takes you to the famous Klis Fortress, the city of Meereen. The middle of the Split center is the Diocletian's palace, where the Khaleesi of the Great Grass Sea kept her dragons.

Germany (Berlin and Leipzig) – Captain America 
Marvel, hands down, have the best superhero films ever made. One of these movies is captain America: civil war. While most parts of the movie were shot in the US, the most important and historical scenes were shot in Berlin and Leipzig. The scenes in Berlin were filmed at the Messedamm and the ICC Conference center. The Leipzig-Halle Airport was where a major fight broke out between the Avengers. 

You have probably heard of the grand Budapest hotel and wanted to book a room. Well, that was a film shot in Germany in a well-known town called Gorlitz. The small town has been made popular worldwide through the 2014 film. Germany is a great place to visit if you would like a trip to the World War II era.

Greek island (Skiathos and Skopelos islands) – Mamma Mia
Musicals are bound to make everyone happy. But Mamma Mia takes it to a whole new level. The Musical brings a summer vibe and a warm fuzzy feeling. The Musical has also increased tourists to the Greek island where the film was shot. The iconic beaches used in many scenes are those of a small island in the northwest called Skiathos. The old port of Skiathos also made a cameo as the meeting point of the fathers. If you are searching for a unique romantic getaway that is not as crowded, then the Greek island is your destination.

Netherlands (Amsterdam) – The fault in our stars
The; movie the fault in our stars melted the hearts of many. Many viewers cried at the movie's end based on john green's best seller. The most adorable scenes were filmed in the northern parts of Amsterdam, better known as Venice. The house of Anne Frank in Amsterdam was where Hazel and Augustus shared their first kiss. The famous bench where the lovebirds talk about their future is located in Leidsegracht. You could also live out your love story in Amsterdam.

Italy (lake Como) – Star Wars
 Many historical films about Ancient Rome or Medieval Italy have been filmed in Italy.  One of the locations used to shoot the second installment of the Star Wars was Lake Como and Reggia di Caserta. The most striking scenes were those shot in Italy, however filming took place in many different places throughout the world. Basically, any filmmaker can make a career out of filming anywhere in Italy.

Malta – The Gladiator
In the film, the gladiator, Malta, was depicted as ancient Rome. The film made a replica of the Italian capital in Marta by building a replica of the colosseum and erecting market sets around the site. These structures gave the set an authentic look.

France(Dordogne) – Chocolat
The film Chocolate is a story of a small chocolate shop in a French village. The romantic movie starring Johnny Depp and Juliet Binoche was filmed in the beautiful villages of Burgundy. The villages in Burgundy are beautiful and can be explored leisurely as you enjoy the wine selection present.

Prague – Mission Impossible
It is safe to say that Hollywood loves Prague and its antique town's aesthetics. Many movies have been shot in Prague, the most iconic being Mission Impossible. Some of the iconic sites in the movie include; the museum, the Kampa Island on the north of Liechtenstein Palace, and the iconic Charles bridge.

All of these regions provide a great base for filmmakers to work from and produce top quality films and every location has its advantages and disadvantages. For further inspiration follow these link to Omio. Traveling to these iconic film destinations is fun and should be on everyone's bucket list, whether you've watched the movies mentioned. Europe has amazing vacation destinations that make you feel like you are living in a movie.

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