15 Extreme Destinations That Will Test Your Nerve

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Lizz Shepherd
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Are you a thrill seeker, always looking for that next dose of adrenaline? Some countries are more likely than others to give it to you. When you’re seeking adventure, certain countries have far more opportunities to have one.

These countries generally have many casinos for some excitement and plenty of outdoor spaces and trails for adventure. They often have high peaks to climb and many rollercoasters to ride. According to BestCasinoSites.net, these are the best countries to go for thrills.

France

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When you think of adventure, France might not spring to mind, but perhaps it should. It has more than 720,000 hiking trails, the highest peak in Europe, 227 roller coasters, and 461 casinos. France earns an adrenaline score of 8.86 out of 10.

Mexico

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With a higher mountain than all of Europe and plenty of amazing climbing areas and hiking trails, many people find adventure in Mexico. It also has 364 casinos and 56 roller coasters. It has a score of 8.56 out of 10.

Spain

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This amazing country has more than 10,000 rock climbing trails as well as more than 10 million hiking trails and more than six million mountain biking trails. It also has mountains, 83 casinos, and 55 roller coasters. The country has an 8.41 on the adrenaline scale.

Argentina

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With a score of 8.34, Argentina holds plenty of adventure. The country has the biggest casino complex in South America and a total of 172 casinos. There are very high peaks and 21 roller coasters. Argentina also has 135,000 mountain bike trails to explore.

United States

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Virtually every type of adventure is available in the U.S. With very high mountain peaks, more than 900 roller coasters, and 2,937 casinos, visitors can enjoy adventure both inside and out. It has a rating of 8.16.

Italy

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With its beautiful mountains and plenty of outdoor adventures, Italy has a score of 8.04. The country has 22 casinos and 139 roller coasters to ride. Love to hike? Italy has 1.6 million hiking trails.

Brazil

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Brazil doesn’t have casinos, but it has 91 roller coasters to enjoy. It also has more than 1,800 rock climbing trails and 652,000 mountain bike trails. It has the highest number of off-road trails at 195,000. It has a score of 7.84.

Colombia

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Majestic peaks and plenty of trails for hiking, climbing, and biking make this an exciting country to spend time in. It has 105 casinos if you’re feeling lucky and 15 roller coasters. Its score is close behind Brazile at 7.79.

Turkey

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There aren’t any casinos in Turkey, but there are high peaks and 11,700 off-road trails to follow. It has 282,000 hiking trails and 134 exciting roller coasters. The country earns an adrenaline score of 7.49.

Germany

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Germany is about a lot more than just precision engineering. It has a whopping 283 roller coasters and is home to 430 casinos. The country has 50,000 hiking trails and 45 rock-climbing trails. It has a score of 7.17.

Chile

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Chile has impressive mountain peaks and 152 rock-climbing trails. There are 30 casinos to spend money in and 12 roller coasters to ride. It has 131,000 hiking trails for every experience level. Chile rates a 7.10.

Canada

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If you’re looking for casinos, try the Great White North. It has 200 of them as well as 65 roller coasters. It has more than 60,000 hiking trails and almost 6,000 mountain bike trails. Canada has a rating of 6.87.

United Kingdom

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If you love casinos, this is the place to go. It has 751 of them and has 211 roller coasters to offer. Its 118,000 hiking trails and almost 15,000 mountain bike trails offer plenty of outdoor activities. The country has a rating of 6.69.

Peru

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Peru is known for its amazing mountain peaks, and it has 29 rock-climbing trails. It has 58 casinos and 14 roller coasters. For hiking, there are more than 38,000 trails. Peru’s rating is 6.66.

Belgium

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There may not be much in the way of mountains, but there is an enormous number of hiking opportunities. It has 452,000 hiking trails, 73,000 mountain bike trails, and 20 rock-climbing trails. You can also spend time in its 180 casinos or its 36 roller coasters. Its rating is 6.55.

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Author: Lizz Shepherd

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Lizz Shepherd is a freelance writer living in Alabama.

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