Lake Peipus

Peipus, one of Western Europe's biggest lakes, is situated on the Russian-Estonian border. It's peppered with traditional culture and gorgeous country roads, and it's a particularly rewarding place for ice and water anglers. Peipsimaa's natural and ethnic landscapes are as varied and rich as Estonian history. The onion patch is marked by aristocratic palaces, lighthouses, traditional market culture, and colorful cottages.

Peipsi area is home to Old Believers, a traditional religious minority known for being hardworking and skilled fishers, builders, and onion producers. So, if you're looking for a substantial, home-cooked meal, choose one of the various pastries and onion dishes on offer.

European Destinations of Excellence (EDEN) was launched by the European Commission in 2007. In 2010, the Peipsiveere onion path was nominated in the category "EDEN. Estonia's hidden gems." "Tourism by water."

• Location: Lake Peipus at Mehikoorma, Estonia
• Best time to visit: Summer (from June to August); Winter (November, December, and January)