Villages Where Cars Are Banned

Imagine living in a village with zero cars. Sounds unreal? It exists.

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Known as the “Dutch Venice”, Giethoorn has no roads for cars.

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People travel through narrow canals using small boats and wooden bridges.

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No honking, no traffic—just birds, water, and the sound of oars.

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With no vehicles, the air stays pure and the village remains serene.

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Visitors love its fairy-tale vibe, cottages, and quiet lifestyle.

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