25 Best Beaches in Europe

Europe may not feature high in your minds when you think of white sandy beaches that are fringed with beautiful palm trees and are a haven for honeymooners as well as water sports lovers. But, in reality, Europe is bestowed with many spectacular beaches featuring frothy wavy waters, white sandy shores and sylvan surroundings. So, for such folks that are keen to visit these grand beaches, here is a cool post that will list the 25 Best Beaches in Europe that are simply spectacular.

1. Oludeniz Beach, Turkey

When speaking of the 25 best beaches in Europe, how can Turkey be left behind as it boasts of quite a number of exotic beaches like the famous Oludeniz Beach?

The beach is visited by hundreds of revelers that come here to enjoy warm waters of the sea that appear turquoise and an eclectic blend of many shades of blue. The waters look calm and attract hoards of tourists who come here for sun bathing.

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2. Playa de S’alga on Isla de Espalmador, the Balearics

With no restaurants or bars to spoil the clam and tranquil ambiance, the Playa de S’alga Beach is a nature lover’s paradise for its amazing landscape and blue cool waters that offer relief to the tired out minds.

The beach is a part of a natural park and attracts many tourists that usually come here during the weekends. One can get to this beach either by swimming or by a boat.

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 3. Patín, Ferrol, Spain

Also known as a destination for surf lovers, Patin is an awesome beach destination in Spain to attract many people that come here for taking part in surfing championships.

The beach is a hub for water sports like scuba diving, fishing , sailing and windsurfing and is soon to become the hotspot for this year’s surfing championship to be held in September.

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 4. Plakias, Crète

Plakias Beach is definitely one of the Best Beaches in Europe where you can roam around naked without having to seek permission from the authorities. Most nudists come here to take part in various camps organized for them specially.

The beach is beautifully dotted with mountains that surround it from all the sides. The shape of the beach is like that of a crescent and is fringed with many hotels and resorts, making it a hub of many tourist activities.

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 5. The beaches of the Cíes Islands, Galicia, Spain

A picnicker’s paradise, the beaches of Cies Islands are a part of the Galicia archipelago consisting of many small islands, each possessing such great natural beauty that you will never wish to go back.

The sun kissed shores combined with gorgeous backdrop of mountains offers great scope for shooting pictures. To see fishermen engaged in catching shellfish while the sun rays flicker from a distance in the sky is amazing and will spellbind you.

The town is dotted with many eateries where you can relish some mouth watering sea food.

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 6. Woolacombe Beach, United Kingdom

If you think that UK is not a beach destination, you are wrong as the country has numerous beaches that could well be counted in this list of 25 Best Beaches in Europe, such as the famous Woolacombe Beach that features white sandy shore and provides a direct view of the majestic Atlantic Ocean.

Most surfers come here to surf the wild waters and the beach has made a name for itself in this sport. In 2012, Woolacombe received the Coast Magazine Awards for being the best beach in Britain.

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 7. Tenby Harbour Beach, United Kingdom

When you set your foot at Tenby Harbour Beach, located in UK, you actually wish for time to stand still. Yes, the alluring beauty of this beach catches your attention the moment you come here.

Families gather here to sail or picnic during weekends. You can take boats on hire and visit the famous Caldey Island. The harbor is nestled coyly towards the corner of a beach called North Beach and is a hub for children who are often spotted making sand castles.

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 8. Isola Bella Beach, Italy

A very appealing beach, Isola Bella Beach will mesmerize you with its coves made of rocks and sandy white shore with pebbled pathways in between. The beach is also lined with many visually attractive bays and trails.

One can take a cable car to reach the coves and picnic around. The beach has many hotels and resorts that offer world class facilities to all travelers. Isola Bella Beach is located just below Taormina and looks charming.

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 9. Nissi Beach, Cyprus

To the southeast direction of Cyprus lies the quaint and calm beach called Nissi Beach, a haven for solitude seekers. The beach is a private property of a resort and has been included in the list of 25 Best Beaches in Europe and hence has been awarded the designation of a blue flag.

Its most visited by families with kids and has numerous entertainment avenues like a water park, go carting tracks, and many play pens. If you want to venture out, you can take a tour to Famagusta, the ‘Church Destination’.

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 10. Macarelleta Beach, Spain

When thinking of making a list of best beaches, Europe has to be mentioned for sure! The famous Macarelleta Beach in Spain comes second to Mallorca as far as coastline is concerned.

The emerald colored beach attracts thousands of tourists from far and near that come looking for enjoying the sun. It is one of the most picturesque beaches in Spain and boasts of sunny days almost all year round.

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 11. Egremni beach, Greece

The north western part of Greece is picturesque and what makes it all the more alluring is its beautiful Engremni Beach that has become one of the most visited destinations in Europe.

The beach is secluded and doesn’t get crowded badly, and this makes it appealing for tourists. With a tranquil ambiance and serene surroundings, the Engremni Beach is a must to be visited if you want to enjoy nature at its very best!

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 12. Barra Beach, Scotland

The Barra Beach is located in a village named Castlebay and boasts of 60 sq mi of white sandy stretches, making it a Mecca for beach lovers. The landscape of the beach is a mix between smooth sandy terrain and inlets made of rocks.

Most come here to revel in the glorious beauty of the beach and the rich historical heritage of the village. Barra Beach is probably one of a kind since it houses an airport that is built right in the shallow bay.

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 13. Praia da Cova Redonda, Algarve

With uneven rocky formations protruding out from both sides of crannies, the beach looks exquisite with its terrain fringed with pine trees and Spanish Broom. Its a tiny stretch of land and is surrounded with cliffs that give it a majestic look.

You can reach it by traversing the steps that are built with greenery allowed to grow on either sides as you go down. The calm waters of the sea make it perfect for taking a leisurely dip.

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 14. Kampen Beach, Germany

Germany has a famous village by the name Kampen and a beach that bears the same name. If you think of best beaches, Europe cannot be erased from your mind as Kampen Beach is here to entice you all.

Yes, its charming with a backdrop formed by red cliffs that lends a golden touch to the shore’s sands. Located on the island of Sylt, the beach is landscaped with rough formations and shrubs that grow in abundance.

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 15. Pinarello Beach, Corsica

Corsica has a beautiful beach called Pinarello that draws travelers that come here to fall in love with its sandy shoreline and lush green forest dotted with parasol pine trees. The landscape of the beach is unique with ragged coves and greenery comprising of various species of herbs.

There are a few good restaurants here where you can enjoy some delectable spread of sea food. The beach is 2 km long and is frequented by many.

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 16. Baska Voda Beach, Croatia

Nestled amidst alluring forests of pines, the Baska Voda Beach is located in a small fishing village by the same name. It has become a major tourist destination in Croatia for its innumerable resorts, pubs and water sports adventure activities like water scooter and sailing.

Its been awarded the Blue Flag designation because its well preserved and ecologically well managed.

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 17. Grand Plage Beach, Biarritz

The chic Grand Plage Beach in Biarritz is a surfer’s paradise as much as its a hub for the elite crowd that comes here to gamble in the two most famous casinos namely Bellevue and The Barriere.

The rocky formations on one side of the beach add to its natural beauty while the many fashion stores and hotels add to its style quotient. The surfing competitions are held from time to time and attract mostly youngsters.

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 18. Priaia del Fuoco Beach, Italy

There are just two ways you can reach this sandy beach whose sands feel like touching silk or pashmina. Either you take a boat ride to reach it or traverse the rough trails that are steep and treacherous.

Though, the journey may seem a little daunting, yet once you reach it, you can expect to be left enthralled with its shimmering waters that lap the rocks gently to create a foamy look. This amazing beach is a must to be visited by all die hard romantics.

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 19. Praia de Miramar, Portugal

Portugal is a country that can undoubtedly be called a beach destination for it has a beautiful coastline comprising of many exotic beaches like the Praia de Miramar that is actually a tiny village located on seaside.

The place is a beach lover’s hotspot and attracts thousands of tourists that come here to celebrate the festival called Senhor da Pedra every year.

The Miramar Beach is located in an area that is resided by the rich and as such boasts of numerous exotic resorts and hotels.

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 20. Papagayo, Lanzarote

With powdery white sands offering a ‘cushiony’ comfort for your feet as you walk down the beach, and gorgeous cliffs standing tall on either sides of the shore, the Papagayo Beach is a place where you can just let go off tensions and chill, lazying around under the sun and savoring the beauty of the landscape surrounding it.

It is nestled in a reserve called Ajaches Nature Reserve and is a marvel in real sense of the word.

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 21. Sopot Beach, Poland

Forming a part of the famed Polish Riviera, Sopot Beach will enthrall you with its chilled azure waters of the sea and powder textured white sandy shore.

Its a cold city but the charm to take a dip in its icy cold waters doesn’t vanish when you get to have beer in the many stylish pubs and bars that cater to hundreds of revelers each day. The city of Monte Cassino can be toured for visiting its many pubs that dot its streets.

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 22. Magaluf, Spain

Most tourists call Magaluf a ‘party capital’ of Spain as its beach is one of the most favored spots for world famous Disco Jockeys that come here to play music and offer entertainment to thousands of people that gather here for merrymaking.

The beach is not for one moment free from crowd and looks vibrant all the time with party hoppers flocking to it 24/7. There are a host of clubs and pubs that offer cool packages and happy hours for tipplers.

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 23. Sarigerme, Turkey

Sarigerme is fabulous with azure waters of the sea and fresh unspoiled natural beauty that makes it one of the best beaches in Turkey. It stretches 7 kms and is centrally located.

Most resorts and hotels are nestled closely to this beach that makes it quite a preferred spot for holiday makers. The crystal clear waters and sandy shores offer good relaxation.

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 24. Virgin Island’s Creek, Brittany

The Virgin Island’s Creek is also famously known as Point of Saint Hernot and attracts hoards of tourists that come here to enjoy its natural beauty that remains unparalleled in charm and exoticism.

The turquoise blue waters gel in perfect contrast with the powdery white sands that have a smooth feel to them, and the natural cove lying on the side of the beach is a feather added to its exotic beauty. One can do snorkeling and scuba diving here as the water is calm and clear.

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 25. Falsterbo, Sweden

Falsterbo in Sweden has to be included in this list of best European beaches as it comprises of such grand beauty that very few beaches in the world can boast of. Lined with pine woods, the beach is a much revered place for those that love solitude.

Any kind of noisy activity like boating and jet skies are not allowed and this makes it a haven for lovers of peace. The white sandy beach is a picturesque piece of land that needs to be seen at least once in your lifetime.

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