Follow the trail of movie heroes!

Every cinema lover has a TV series or a movie that they have a special fondness for. What if we moved to its natural plane? Not all action locations are fictional, some of them actually exist and you can visit them! Tourism along the trail of favorite heroes has been gaining popularity for years. Are you looking for an idea for your next trip? We will help you find inspiration.

Which of the sceneries were not created by computer?

We present the 9 most interesting proposals:

The fairy-tale kingdom that inspired the creation of the label’s trademark is the German Neuschwanstein Castle of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. It was the prototype of Sleeping Beauty’s castle, and its likeness still appears in the opening credits of Disney productions.

Thanks to the film “The Stronghold”, most of which takes place on Alcatraz Island, the former prison there gained considerable fame. Actively operating between 1934 and 1963, it now serves the world as an attractive tourist facility.

The road leading to the magic school is one of the places that was not created by computer. Carrying students, the Hogwarts Express passed through Scotland’s Glenfinnan Viaduct in the film. This view is very impressive.

Robert Langdon, played by Tom Hanks, tries to decipher the mystery of Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings. The original interiors of the Louvre in Paris served as the setting for the film adaptation of this most famous novel by Dan Brown.

Thanks to the film, the famous stairs that are the training site of Rocky Balboa have become one of the biggest attractions in Philadelphia. Next to the “Rocky steps” leading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, there is also a monument to the main character.

A unique hobbit village was created among the green New Zealand hills. It was used in scenes from the series “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit”. After the shooting, a created set was left, which is still a unique tourist attraction, fully reflecting the atmosphere of the film.

Despite numerous special effects, fans of the series “Game of Thrones” can see that Red Haven is actually located in Dubrovnik, Croatia! This seaside town set on a stone cliff fits perfectly into the style of the series. Following in the footsteps of the adaptation of the saga of George R.R. Martina, we will travel around the world. Filming for “Game of Thrones” also took place in Iceland, Northern Ireland, Spain and Morocco.

The role of Luke Skywalker’s home in “Star Wars” was played by a Tunisian hotel in Matmata. Fans of the series can experience an extraordinary adventure and book accommodation there. It is perfect for tourists who do not expect luxury.

Despite numerous film productions on the premises of a former penitentiary in Ohio, his greatest fame was the adaptation of “The Shawshank Redemption”, based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King. The chilling interior of the building does not discourage tourists from visiting the former prison in large numbers.