This now-defunct synthetic fuel plant was once a major cog in the Nazi war machine.

This giant, 83-year-old ship elevator is an engineering feat to behold.

This former Soviet military base has over 10 original aircraft and an enormous amount of memorabilia on display.

A unique, free-floating electric ferry may be the only of its kind in Europe.

The birthplace of an eccentric alchemist and possible inspiration for the fictional reanimator of monsters.

This natural "sea of stones" was once used by the Romans as a quarry.

This medieval church in a small Austrian village is home to a 700-year-old Mickey Mouse lookalike.

A road runs through the middle of this small Austrian chapel.

Nibble as you learn about Slovenia's longstanding tradition of making beautiful honey cookies.

This cutting edge museum details the history of skiing, from its ancient origins to its status as a sport.

Colorful power station with a chimney equipped with a gallery for exhaust monitoring equipment.

This former railway facility is the oldest in Slovenia, and now houses a museum showcasing the history of steam locomotives.

A relic from the Industrial Revolution got a second life as a contemporary performing arts space.

A cemetery for Slovenian notables also serves as a popular recreation space.

Strange rumors surround the artist who created these solemn metal guard dogs.

The Slovenian architect designed many landmarks in the capital city, including his own dream house.

A unique showroom for bathroom fixtures featuring a giant toilet observation deck.

Whimsical wash tubs row down the stream as part of this Carnival celebration.

A Black Forest cuckoo clock theme park features one timepiece big enough to walk inside.

This Late Gothic building that once housed Erasmus is now known as the filming location of "Suspiria."

This medieval cathedral houses stained-glass windows featuring saints and pretzels.

Flowers have mysteriously appeared on her effigy every day for the last 150 years.

This inconspicuous pharmacy went down in history as the first gas station in the world after fueling the first road trip ever taken.

A thought-provoking outdoor art installation sits in the seat of German law.