If you fancy shaking up your 2025 holiday plans, it might be time to look beyond the usual hotspots and discover hidden gems.

With many traditional holiday destinations now packed with tourists, Brits are keen on unusual escapes to quieter spots.

Highlighting the change in our travel habits, wrote: "By 2050, it's thought that travellers will no longer be heading to overtouristed areas like Barcelona – rather, today's lesser-travelled destinations will be seeing higher tourist footfall."

Seeking less-crowded European destinations? has got you covered with a list that favours under-the-radar places over tourist favourites like Spain or France.

At the top of their list is landlocked Luxembourg – an underrated treasure just a quick plane or train ride away from the UK.

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Luxembourg serves up all the ingredients for your perfect break, whether it's a family adventure or a cosy trip for two – as long as you're not after a beach holiday.

The star attraction? Luxembourg City, its capital, which brims with sights to see. has shared some of the must-see attractions in Luxembourg city, stating: "Built on the foundations of a formidable fortress, history and culture can be found at every turn in the city centre.

"From its UNESCO World Heritage Site Old Quarters to the Petrusse and Bock Casemates and National Museum, the must-see sights are all within walking distance."

History buffs might also want to head straight for the stunning Cathédrale Notre-Dame or the beautiful Grand Ducal Palace, the official residence and workplace of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg.

About a half-hour drive from the city is Berg Castle, where the Luxembourg family reside, with the Grand Palace typically only used for official state business.

To respect the privacy of the , only the exterior of Berg Castle can be visited. Other parts of the country worth visiting include the northern region of Eislek, home to some beautiful forests, the fort of Vianden and Clervaux Castle, and the breathtaking western and central region of Guttland, known as the Valley of the Seven Castles.

Another area is Mullerthal, dubbed 'little Switzerland', with Visit Luxembourg noting: "The Mullerthal is a magical place with long-established traditions: several of the award-winning hiking trails actually have their origins in the 19th century. Many paths lead to Echternach, the historical and cultural centre of the Mullerthal region.

"The largest town in the region is the home of one of Luxembourg's most important traditions. At the Echternach Hopping Procession on Whit Tuesday of every year, thousands of people dance around the great abbey in a unique hopping step accompanied by traditional music. The procession was awarded UNESCO World Cultural Heritage status in 2010."