8 unique animals you see in Schengen countries

By Akshay
July 23, 2025

European beauty

Eurasian Lynx – Alps, Germany, France, and Slovenia

The largest wild cat, Eurasian lynx is Europe's one of the most beloved animals. The creature is noted for its tufted ears and elusive behavior. These can be spotted across Central and Eastern Europe.

Brown Bear – Finland, Sweden, and Slovenia

Brown bears can be spotted in Finland, Sweden and Slovenia. The creature roams the forests and mountainous terrains of the Schengen nations. Finland even offers bear-watching tours during summers.

Chamois – France, Italy, and Switzerland

Chamois are goat-antelope species native to mountain ranges like the Pyrenees and the Alps. They are expert climbers and are often seen bounding across steep rocky slopes. These agile animals have exc

Red Deer – Germany, Austria, and Czech Republic

Red deer are among Europe’s most widely distributed large mammals which can be seen locking antlers in rutting battles during autumn. National parks like Bavaria’s Berchtesgaden offer guided wildlife

Saimaa Ringed Seal – Finland (Lake Saimaa)

Saimaa Ringed Seal is unique to Finland. It is among the rarest freshwater seals on Earth that can be spotted only in Lake Saimaa. Conservation zones now protect its breeding grounds from human distur

Alpine Ibex – Switzerland, Austria, and France

Alpine Ibex is a beautiful mountain goat which lives in rocky, high-altitude regions of the Alps. Its impressive curved horns and agility on steep cliffs make it a fascinating sight. Alpine ibex were

European Bison – Poland and Lithuania

The European bison is Europe’s heaviest land animal! The best place to spot these is the wild Białowieża Forest on the Poland–Belarus border. These gentle giants were reintroduced after extinction in

Iberian Lynx – Southern Spain and Portugal

Iberian Lynx was once on the brink of extinction, but thanks to conservation, the creature narrates a success story. These pretty creatures have spotted coats and short tails and it’s one of the rares

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