Europe's Top 50+ Beaches
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Charco del Conde // Spain
Falco Ermert Nestled into a quiet spot on La Gomera's west coast, Charco del Conde is a particularly popular beach with families.
As with nearly all of the island's beaches, it's characterised by an imposing mountainous backdrop and volcanic black sands. There are lots of rocks as you approach the water too, so it's a good idea to invest in a pair of… read more »
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Playa del Confital // Spain
Bengt Nyman This laid-back spot is Gran Canaria's most northerly beach and is fairly off the beaten track. The vast majority of beachgoers who come here are locals, and it's a popular spot for sunset picnics and family barbecues.
In terms of facilities, there aren't any, and that's how the locals like to keep it. There's a tiny town with a supermarket and… read more »
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Flag Beach // Spain
Bengt Nyman Situated on the coastal side of Dunas de Corralejo Natural Park, the stretch of sand which forms Flag Beach also goes by a number of other names, including Playa de Pozo and Playa del Medano.
Curving around Fuerteventura's northeast coastline, the beach offers views of Isla de Lobos and some of the best water sports facilities on the island. These… read more »
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Playa de las Gaviotas // Spain
Beneharo Hdez. Located among the bare cliff faces of Tenerife's north, Playa de las Gaviotas is a nudist friendly beach with charcoal grey sand on a small curve of coastline. Although just a short distance from Playa de la Teresitas, Gaviotas is altogether a much more relaxed affair.
Almost disappearing entirely with the waves of high tide, the beach is backed by… read more »
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Playa de Troya // Spain
Ayuntamiento de la Histórica Villa de Adeje This caramel-coloured stretch of sand sits in Tenerife's Costa Adeje area, just a two-minute stroll along the coast from the loud and lively Playa de las Americas.
With its soft sands, calm waters and plentiful facilities, this beach has a Blue Flag tick to its name. On the facilities front, you'll find showers, toilets, umbrellas and sunloungers to name just… read more »
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Playa Roque Bermejo // Spain
Winahwaru A small beach on the northeast coast of Tenerife, Playa Roque Bermejo has no direct access by road. However, its black sands and secluded feel still attract a number of beachgoers. The hills that surround Playa Roque Bermejo are also the location of several whitewashed properties.
Accessible on foot if you have some previous walking experience, an artificial breakwater keeps the… read more »
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Nessebar South Beach // Bulgaria
Михал Орела Located close to both Burgas and the famed Sunny Beach area, Nessebar South Beach is a perfect blend of old and new.
On the one hand, you have the ancient area characterized by a rocky peninsula that offers romantic awe-inspiring views and connecting to the mainland through a narrow isthmus. In the town, you'll find everything from cobblestone streets and… read more »
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Sozopol // Bulgaria
kuchin ster For an enticing blend of the old and the new, look no further than Sozopol. One of the oldest towns on the Bulgarian Black Sea Riviera, there's a lot to see here historically speaking, from the Archaeological Museum to the Southern Fortress Wall to the Old Town area, where many of the homes are over a century old.
Once you're ready… read more »
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Lukova Beach // Albania
Joergsam For an unparalleled view of the clear blue Ionian Sea and glittering sandy coastline, you find it hard to beat Lukova Beach. One of the most popular beaches on the Albanian Riviera, it offers incredible views of the Mediterranean along with one of the most hospitable beach hotspots in the country.
The coastline near Lukova is home to a chain of… read more »
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Qeparo Beach // Albania
Decius Situated on the magnificent Panormi Bay, Qeparo Beach is roughly 13 kilometres from Himara. It is backed onto by the small but relatively famous village of the same name, which is divided into old and new sections and hides a variety of surprises include a castle that once belonged to leader Ali Pasha.
The most notably addition to Qeparo Beach,… read more »
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Plage de Kersiguénou // France
Giorgio Galeotti Widely recognised as one of the most beautiful beaches in the region, Plage de Kersiguénou is situated on the Crozon Peninsula, within the protected area known as the Parc Naturel Régional d'Armorique, a short distance from Crozon itself.
Facing west into the Atlantic from the deep Baie de Dinan, Plage de Kersiguénou is epitomised by 800 metres of soft pale… read more »
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Kerminihy // France
chisloup Extending for around 2 kilometres along the central Brittany coast, the Plage Kerminihy is wonderfully undeveloped stretch of pale golden sand. To the rear there is nothing but dunes (access prohibited), and in front - the Atlantic Ocean.
Kerminihy is the only beach in the Erdeven commune where naturism is tolerated. Although not an official nudist beach naturists have happily coexisted… read more »
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Cvitačka // Croatia
Mario Knezović Situated about 2km from Makarska town centre is Cvitačka beach. Cvitacka is everything you would expect from a Croatian beach; crystal clear, blue water and near white sand. Well, it isn't exactly sand, more a mix of sharp pebbles and shingle. Not exactly perfect for walking on, but looks idyllic and is the reason the water is so clear along this… read more »
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Llamani Beach // Albania
Ervisshishmani Looking for a an Albanian beach with something for everyone? Potami Beach is one of the biggest beaches in the Himarë area, offering a unique blend of Greek and Albanian culture beneath clear blue skies overlooking sun-kissed sand.
The name Potami translates as "river" from Greek and the water that runs through here is crisp, cold, and refreshing, rising up from… read more »
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Baja Sardinia // Italy
Winkelbohrer Located on Costa Smeralda on the northeast coast of Sardinia, Baja Sardinia offers scenic views of the Capo d'Orso and the jagged coastline of Cannigione further along the coast.
This popular beach resort sits in the Gulf of Arzachena. It's a small seaside town offering villas and hotels along with restaurants, bars and small shops. A sought-after haven it is… read more »
