Published: Conde Nast Traveler

Location: Germany, Norway, Croatia, France, Denmark

Islands like Mallorca, Ibiza, and Capri have long had mass appeal, but Europe is full of lesser-known—and just as enchanting—islands to explore. From the coast of Brittany to northern Norway, you’ll find that the seafood is just as fresh and you won’t have to jockey for a prime position in your quest for the good life. Ditch the guidebook standards this summer and follow our lead for a more intrepid European vacation to remember.