If you are looking for insider tips for summer vacation, you should know these 5 cities by the sea

If we were allowed to put together our dream summer vacation, it would probably look like this: a pretty, small holiday home orIn a pretty, small coastal city. The constant view of the sea, a winding old town, a few good restaurants and bars and a beach. Oh yes, and please all away from the big tourist flows. Sounds like you need real insider tips. And what can we say, that's exactly what we have for you now.These 5 beautiful cities by the sea do not know many and they have everything we expect from our dream summer vacation.

If you want to feel the true soul of Sicily, you should followCefalùgo. The charming town on the north coast of the island combines history, enjoyment and nature in a confined space. Pastel -colored houses nestle on a picturesque bay over which the impressive cathedral is enthroned - a masterpiece of Norman architecture. The beaches? Gold -yellow sand, washed up by the azure blue. But the real attraction lies in the attitude to life: in the evening locals and a few visitors stroll through the winding streets, try freshly fishing fish and can be beyond the scent of Sicilian lemons. A summer in Cefalù feels like a film in which you play the leading role yourself - Main Character and so ...

There are places that actually look even more beautiful than in every photo -RovinjIs one of them. The Istrianwith their colorful facades, the fishing boats in the harbor and the narrow streets act like a mixture of Venice and a Mediterranean fairy tale. The Church of St. Euphemia watches high above all, from the tower of which you have a breathtaking view over the Adriatic. If you like it calm, paddle with the kayak to one of the offshore islands. And if you love it more lively, enjoy the sociable atmosphere in one of the cozy konobas. Rovinj is the perfect insider tip for everyone who wants to commute between culture and coast.

Anyone who believes that the most spectacular fjords would only exist in Norway, who was not yet inKotor. The Bay of Kotor hugs like a natural miracle into the rugged Montenegrin coast, framed by steep mountains and emerald green water. The old town, a labyrinth of cobblestones and Venetian architecture, tells of past times and seems to come from another world. Here the clocks tick slower and the cafes under the old city walls invite you to forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a glass of Montenegrin wine. A real adventure is waiting for everyone who dare up the 1,350 steps to the San Giovanni fortress - the view is an unforgettable wage.

SèteIs wild, unpolished and full of character - a place for everyone who loves to feel real life. The French port city on the Mediterranean coast combines maritime romance with a pinch of boheme. Fishing boats rock in the channels and in small bistros you serve bouillabaisse. The Mont Saint-Clair offers a magnificent view of the sea, while artists are getting lost in the panorama again and again on the endless beach promenade. If you want to experience a special spectacle, visit the famous "Joutes Nautiques" water sports tournament in summer, in which rowers push themselves into the water in medieval manner. Sète is not a city for conventional tourists - but for all those who want to discover the real, genuine French Mediterranean.

The northern Spanish cityGijónOn the coast of Asturia is not a classic seaside resort, but that is exactly what makes its charm. Wild waves break on Playa de San Lorenzo, while surfing patiently waiting for the perfect wave. In the historic district of Cimavilla, once a fishermen, colorful pennants hang over the alleys and the tapas bars serve sidra-the traditional cider, which is poured into the glass from a high height. Not a stylish holiday destination, but a city with corners and edges, with a culture that is deeply rooted in the soul of Asturia. Anyone looking for real Spain away from the masses will love Gijón - especially on a long summer evening when the sun is reflected in red gold in the Atlantic.