What is the most well preserved medieval town?

Bruges, Belgium Often referred to as “Venice of the North,” Bruges is considered one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. The city was a major center of trade and culture during its golden age from the 12th to 15th centuries, though it experienced a gradual decline in its prosperity after the year 1500.



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The tiny Mont Saint Michel is probably the most unspoiled Medieval city in Europe as it has remained virtually the same over the centuries.

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The tiny Mont Saint Michel is probably the most unspoiled Medieval city in Europe as it has remained virtually the same over the centuries.

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Warwick – England Located in the county of Warwickshire, Warwick and its eponymous castle attract a huge number of visitors and history lovers every year. The history of Warwick Castle can be traced back more than 900 years, and is one of the best preserved Medieval sites in the United Kingdom.

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Lavenham has been called the most complete medieval town in Britain, a tribute to its fine collection of medieval and Tudor architecture.

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When you approach the walls of the Old Town of Rhodes, you are about to enter the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Do not be misled by the term medieval into thinking that what you will see is a ruined and deserted city.

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While Germany may have the most amount of castles, Wales is the country with the most castles per square mile. Despite its small size, Wales had over 600 castles. Today over 400 castles still stand and are waiting to be explored by visitors. This is the largest castle in Wales and the second largest in Britain.

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Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany. This may be the best-known walled city in Europe and is very popular as a tourist destination. Rothenburg is Germany's best-preserved walled city. Part of the walls have covered walled walkways and can be walked and provide great views of the city.

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Top 10 prettiest towns and villages in the UK overall:
  • Castle Combe, Cotswolds, Wiltshire.
  • Portmeirion, Gwynedd.
  • Beaulieu, Hampshire.
  • Robin Hood's Bay, North Yorkshire.
  • Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria.
  • Bibury, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire.
  • Polperro, Cornwall.
  • St Michael's Mount, Cornwall.


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