Barcelona, Rome, Lisbon – all wonderful travel destinations in Europe. With one catch: they are always overcrowded in summer. So if you prefer a vacation away from the tourist crowds, then you should head for one of these five dream destinations in Europe.
1 Catania, Sicily
The largest city in Sicily at the foot of Mount Etna offers you an unmistakably authentic lifestyle. Lively alleyways, markets and lots of great cafés and restaurants can be found here. Best of all, Catania is surrounded by beautiful beaches that are ideal for surfing. So you can combine a city trip with a few days at the beach. Let’s get there!
2 Lofoten, Norway
The archipelago off the coast of Norway consists of 80 islands and offers you a breathtaking backdrop for a relaxing nature vacation. Fantastic beaches (which are also perfect for surfing), picturesque mountain scenery and cute fishing villages await you. An ideal vacation destination for anyone who wants to escape the hot summer temperatures.
3 Kastelorizo, Greece
The beautiful Greek island that has fallen into oblivion. For some reason, Kastelorizo has not been visited by tourists for a long time, despite its breathtaking nature and picturesque colorful houses. Now the island is making a small comeback. But don’t worry, tourism is still limited. The perfect place for a relaxing vacation in nature.
4 Dubrovnik, Croatia
The cute, medieval city in Croatia offers you everything you need for the perfect summer vacation. Great weather, views to melt away, beautiful beaches and delicious food. Croatia is nowhere near as crowded as Italy and is also much more affordable. So why not go to Dubrovnik this year?
5 Colmar, France
The picturesque town in Alsace offers a cute, well-preserved old town with beautiful half-timbered houses. Here you can stroll through the streets, visit the market and enjoy good French cuisine here and there. And all this away from the tourist crowds. The surrounding area of Colmar is well worth seeing, so you can combine a city trip with a tour of Alsace.
