Europe from Above

Taking to the air over Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain and the UK to showcase Europe's finest cultural and geographical landmarks as you've never seen them before. Stunning aerial hyper-lapse photography allows us to visualise the changes of a season in seconds, as tulip fields in the Netherlands magically burst into colour and waterfalls in the Dolomites turn to ice.

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   6. Poland

   Finale 6 years ago

   This spectacular aerial journey reveals Poland as we've never seen it before. Flying cameras swoop over the largest castle in the world, zoom through fireworks over Krakow, and witness the struggles of European Bison, the largest land animal in Europe. This bird's eye view of Poland also reveals a nation undergoing an astonishing transformation - in Warsaw Poles are hard at work building what will become the tallest building in the EU.

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   5. Spain

   6 years ago

   This spectacular aerial journey reveals Spain, as we've never seen it before. Flying cameras soar over the Sagrada Familia as architects work around the clock to finish the building. Daredevil barnacle hunters rappel down jagged cliffs to hunt for one of the world's most exclusive shellfish and we glide over one of the world's greatest abandoned buildings nestled deep in Spain's northern mountains.

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   4. United Kingdom

   6 years ago

   This spectacular aerial journey reveals The United Kingdom, as we've never seen it before. Flying camera's soar over the Giant's Causeway as jet-ski litter pickers tidy up the coast. Daredevil gardeners handle chainsaws while hanging from the Eden Project roof and we glide through the London skyline as one of the city's tallest skyscrapers gets a spring clean.

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   3. Germany

   6 years ago

   A spectacular aerial journey across Germany, revealing a factory the size of a city, a fairy-tale castle and the largest land vehicle on Earth.

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   2. Italy

   6 years ago

   A spectacular aerial journey across Italy reveals dredging boats in Venice, the ladder top fishermen of Sicily and a winter school for supercars.

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   1. The Netherlands

   7 years ago

   This spectacular aerial journey across the Netherlands, reveals ancient windmills, futuristic greenhouses and the world's biggest bonfire.

This series of spectacular aerial journeys reveal the world's most remarkable nations as they've never been seen before. From the Acropolis in Greece to the construction of the world's longest bridge in Turkey, and Finland's giant ice breaking ships. This all access aerial documentary lays bare the traditions, innovations and breakthroughs that continue to shape these modern nations today.

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   6. Turkey

   Finale 5 years ago

   This spectacular aerial journey across Turkey, reveals hot air balloons over Cappadocia, a record breaking bridge and Europe's last nomads.

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   5. Finland

   5 years ago

   A spectacular aerial journey across Finland, reveals mega ice breaking ships, Europe's last indigenous people and the weirdest sauna in the world.

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   4. Sweden

   5 years ago

   An aerial journey across Sweden reveals the restoration of Stockholm Palace.

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   3. Hungary

   5 years ago

   Aerial photography reveals the wonders of Hungary; the Hungarian planes, a record-breaking bridge project and Europe's largest ice rink.

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   2. Greece

   5 years ago

   Aerial photography reveals the secrets of Greece, set in a vast landscape where myth and legend collide with the modern world.

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   1. France

   5 years ago

   A spectacular aerial journey across France reveals a cultural powerhouse set in a vast landscape of contrasts and surprises.

Europe from Above Season 3 takes to the skies above Croatia, Norway, Portugal, Ireland, Switzerland and Iceland to showcase Europe's finest cultural and geographical landmarks as you've never seen them before. Stunning aerial hyper-lapse photography allows us to visualise the changes of a season in seconds. We reveal how tradition, engineering and natural wonders have shaped this epic continent - a vibrant portrait of these regions and the people who keep their traditions alive.

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   6. Switzerland

   Finale 5 years ago

   A spectacular aerial journey across Switzerland reveals Europe's highest observatory, an earthquake-proof skyscraper and a gravity-defying railway.

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   5. Iceland

   5 years ago

   Take an aerial voyage across Iceland and encounter volcanic eruptions, rare footage of humpback whales feeding and stunning architecture.

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   4. Portugal

   5 years ago

   A striking aerial journey across Portugal, discovering Lisbon's mosaic pavements, a kaleidoscopic castle and a record-breaking footbridge.

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   3. Croatia

   5 years ago

   An aerial tour of Croatia reveals a Roman architectural masterpiece, a climbing paradise, and a natural floodplain the size of New York City.

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   2. Norway

   5 years ago

   This unique aerial voyage across Norway reveals the world's longest deep-sea cable, a 13th-century church restoration, and a breath-taking postal route.

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   1. Ireland

   5 years ago

   This unique aerial voyage across Ireland reveals the dramatic Dublin Deer Rut, a record-breaking logistical challenge and the home of Gaelic Sport.

Europe from Above Season 4 takes to the skies above Scotland, Denmark, Serbia, Belgium, Bulgaria, and Romania, and captures cultural and geographical landmarks as you've never seen them before. Watch seasons change in seconds with aerial hyper-lapse photography. See how tradition, engineering, and natural wonders have shaped this epic continent - a vibrant portrait of these regions and the people who keep their traditions alive.

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   6. Romania

   Finale 4 years ago

   Take an aerial journey across Romania and discover the world’s biggest Orthodox Cathedral, a narrow-gauge steam train and ‘Castle Dracula’.

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   5. Bulgaria

   4 years ago

   A spectacular aerial journey across Bulgaria reveals Varna's magnificent cathedral restoration, a UFO-like monument and the ruins of an ancient sanctuary.

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   4. Belgium

   4 years ago

   Taking to the skies over Belgium, with a visit to the country's largest church, a building shaped like an iron crystal and a spectacular light event.

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   3. Serbia

   4 years ago

   As you take to the skies over Serbia, learn about a record-breaking skyscraper, a unique way of harvesting peppers and an animal conservation effort.

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   2. Denmark

   4 years ago

   Take an aerial journey over Denmark and discover a power plant with a ski slope for a roof, traditional homes made from eelgrass and more.

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   1. Scotland

   4 years ago

   An aerial view of Scotland reveals an astonishing tidal energy project, a majestic cliff-top castle and the world’s first golf course.

This series of spectacular aerial journeys reveal Europe’s most remarkable regions as they’ve never been seen before. From record breaking Benelux engineering projects to a glittering Mediterranean Christmas in Malta and a puffin rescue project in the Nordic country of Iceland. This all access aerial documentary lays bare the traditions, innovations and engineering breakthroughs that continue to shape these great modern nations today.

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   6. Alps

   3 years ago

   An aerial view over the Alps region reveals a solar panel engineering feat, a hot air balloon festival and a flight alongside the Northern Bald Ibis.

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   5. Nordics

   3 years ago

   An aerial journey over the Nordic region reveals the world’s longest continuous staircase, a special Atlantic Puffin conservation effort and a festive kayak parade.

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   4. Spanish Islands

   3 years ago

   A birds-eye view of the Canaries and Balearic Islands of Spain that showcases astonishing marine mammals, and unique vineyards. A gothic Cathedral welcomes a rare light phenomenon.

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   3. Benelux

   3 years ago

   An outstanding aerial journey across the Benelux region reveals the world’s biggest storm barrier, one of Europe’s busiest ports, and a mesmerising giant flower carpet.

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   2. Mediterranean

   3 years ago

   An aerial tour of the Mediterranean that reveals iconic beach umbrellas, Croatia’s loneliest lighthouse, and Christmas celebrations in Malta.

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   1. British Islands

   3 years ago

   This aerial tour of the islands of Great Britain reveals a picturesque beach airport, an oil rig recycling operation and a dramatic Viking fire festival.

This series of spectacular aerial journeys reveal Europe’s most remarkable regions as they’ve never been seen before. From a record breaking boat lift on the Polish Riviera, to a spectacular New Year torch parade in Great Britain and a Balkan monster’s parade in the mountains of Bulgaria. This all access aerial documentary lays bare the traditions, innovations and engineering breakthroughs that continue to shape these great modern nations today.

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   6. Lapland

   2 years ago

   The area known collectively as Lapland has many amazing attractions, including the world's fastest tidal current, a glittering snow village that is built each year, massive ice breaking ships, and an entire village moved by road.

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   5. Polish Riviera

   2 years ago

   Poland, bordered by Germany and Kaliningrad counts amongst its attractions, a giant container port, an abandoned mega factory and a vibrant Christmas Market.

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   4. Balkans

   2 years ago

   The Balkans, predominantly mountainous, consists of 12 countries, and is surrounded on the coastline by the Adriatic Sea, the Ionian Sea, the Aegean Sea and the Black Sea. It is a world of architecture, landscapes and traditions.

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   3. Great Britain

   2 years ago

   Castles, canals, tidal rivers, one of a kind woolly cattle, giant wetlands, high speed rail lines, festivals and alternate artists are just a few of the things that makes Great Britain one of the most amazing Islands on earth

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   2. Greek Islands

   2 years ago

   The Greek Islands are an extensive chain of Islands, and attractions include sailing, Santorini's mountainous skyline, a quarry of volcanic glass, and an explosive fireworks festival amongst others.

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   1. Iberia

   2 years ago

   Iberia is a region that consists of Spain, Portugal, Andorra and Gibraltar. Many records exist including longest roller coaster, window cleaning operations, biggest Christmas tree, and biggest floating solar power electricity generator.