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Which country do you think, according to the famous British travel publication, has the most beautiful and serene beach in Europe (and it's not Spain, Greece or Italy)?
According to Lonely Planet, one of the first official publishers to publish travel guides for low-income tourists, the most beautiful and idyllic beach in Europe is located in Montenegro.
Situated in a bay on the Adriatic Sea, and shaped like a crescent, the beach is one of Montenegro's hidden gems.
Jaz Beach, where you can swim in the sun, stretches over 1,210 meters. Despite its relative unpopularity among tourists (at least for now), it has overtaken the famous beaches of Spain, Portugal and Greece in terms of beauty and tranquility.
The best sandy beaches in Europe
Here are the 10 best beaches in Europe, according to the famous British travel publisher:
1. Jaz Beach, Montenegro
This beach is located near the city of Budva. He is quite popular among local residents, but has little popularity among tourists from Western Europe, since most of them prefer already known beaches, which are easier to get to.
To get to this beach you need to make a couple of extra efforts - not many planes fly directly into the nearest Tivat Airport. Still, the effort is worth it, especially for those who love adventure and a festive atmosphere.
In the summer, the annual Sea Dance Festival is held here, which in 2014 was recognized best festival medium size in Europe.
2. Peniche, Portugal
This city has only 15,000 inhabitants. People here mainly fish, but the city is also known for its long beaches and strong winds that create waves - an ideal place for surfers and bodyboarders.
It may not have the most attractive beaches in Portugal, but tourists come here, to the Atlantic coast, specifically for the thrill.
There are also beaches with calm waters, which are ideal for families with children. Here you can relax on the soft sand and frolic in the sea.
3. Rondinara Beach, Corsica, France
This beach is on this list for a reason - it is often called the best beach in France.
Located in Rodinara Bay, the beach is very popular with tourists and is a frequent stop for wealthy holidaymakers who enjoy crossing the Mediterranean Sea on their large yachts in the summer.
The location of the beach allows children to swim in clear, shallow turquoise waters.
4. Cala Goloritze, Sardinia, Italy
On Mediterranean island Sardinia can find a lot of sand along the coastline, but Cala Goloritze is famous for its crystal clear waters and environment.
The beach is located in the north of the island, and was once called an Italian national monument.
But you can only get here by boat or on foot for about 90 minutes along a narrow path.
5. Vik Beach, Iceland
This is perhaps the most unusual beach on the list. Here in southern Iceland, in the country's wettest spot, you can find volcanic black sands and waters that are far from turquoise.
Those who arrived on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and stopped at Reynisdrangar - basalt columns rising straight from the ocean - will not forget what they saw, because... it makes a strong impression.
One of the famous American magazines Islands Magazine, named Vik one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet.
6. Bantham Beach, England, UK
At the mouth of the River Avon there is Bantham Beach, which in the UK is considered the best beach for family vacation, as well as for surf lovers. Surfers will love it big waves, and families will appreciate the surrounding nature - sands, dunes and intertidal zones.
Opens from the beach beautiful view on the coast of Bigbury Bay, where you can also stay and relax. This place is cut off from the mainland during high tides. It is worth noting that such outstanding personalities as Agatha Christie, Prince Edward VIII, former king Great Britain and his wife Wallis Simpson.
7. Sandwood Bay Beach, Scotland, UK
First, it is worth noting that water Northern Scotland quite cold, and this despite the Gulf Stream - a warm sea current coming from the Atlantic Ocean.
Getting to the bay beach on the outskirts of Scotland is quite difficult. Sandwood Bay Beach is 6.5 km from the nearest road and, to reach it, you have to walk along a winding path leading through marshes and grassy sand dunes.
07.01.2019If you look closely at the map of Europe, you will see that most of its coastal areas are dotted with beaches. They are all very diverse. There are large beaches with snow-white sands, pebbly and rocky, romantically secluded and party-friendly. The choice is very extensive.
The review contains a list of the best European beaches of past years. This includes places that appeal to risky surfers and family people, restless travelers and those who like to spend their holidays in solitude, romantics and couples in love. Everyone will find something suitable on this list.
1. Italy, Apulia, national park Gargano. Orange Bay (Baia delle Zagara)
A picturesque place located in the Gargano Park. The high cliffs surrounding the bay are so stunning and memorable that they are considered one of the natural attractions of Puglia.
The bay owes its name to the evergreen orange tree. Essential neroli oil is extracted from its fragrant flowers. The sea here has turquoise shades, the sand on the beach is snow-white.
Along the Gargano coastline there are many tourist places– Vieste, Mattinata, Peschici. In the north of the peninsula there are several salt lakes - Varano and Lesina.
2. Montenegro. Jaz Beach
The beach is located 3 kilometers from the famous Budva. You can get here by bus from the city center, by car or by sea on a taxi boat. It is problematic to do this on foot - Yaz is hidden behind a cape rugged by the sea.
The place is considered the most beautiful beach on the Montenegrin coast. There are always a lot of people here. The beach consists of two zones - fine pebble and sand. There are few sandy beaches in Montenegro and this is the main advantage of this place. The infrastructure is well developed. Several restaurants are open during the season. Catamarans and jet skis are available for rent. Various musical events take place throughout the summer. It was here that in the old days Madonna and the Rolling Stones gathered crowds of thousands of fans.
3. France, Porquerolles island. Beach Our Lady
Porquerolles is practically famous pristine nature, is considered the most large island Hyères Islands, located in the south of France.
The state acquired most of Porquerolles - 80% of its territory - in 1971 from a private owner in order to prevent development of the island and preserve nature. Now there is a national park here.
Conservation of the island's nature is placed above all else. You will have to pay a large fine for leaving trash, and smoking is also prohibited. Pets can only walk on a leash.
There are three wineries on the island that produce the famous wines of Provence. This attracts wine lovers here. To get to Porquerolles, you need to take a boat departing from Toulon or Hyères.
4. Portugal. Peniches
Beach with ideal conditions for surfers. Located in a northwest direction from Lisbon, at a distance of 60 miles. This place deserves attention even if you are not into surfing. In addition to beach and marine entertainment, guests can go on excursions around historical center Peniche, explore the fort built in the 16th–17th centuries. and ancient churches. Inside the fortress there is now a museum, and until the 20th century. the fort served as a prison for political prisoners.
Baleal and Consolasan bays are suitable for beginner surfers as well as family travelers. Experienced surfers should head to west coast. Medan Grande Beach, called “Supertubos”, is famous for its tube-shaped waves. The World Surfing Championship, called the Rip Curl Pro Portugal, is held here and on the beach of Praia do Lagido.
Divers should go to the protected area of Berlengas Island - the underwater kingdom there is pristinely beautiful. You can get to this place by rented boat or speedboat.
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5. Greece, Lefkada island. Porto Katsiki beach
The beach is included in the list of the most beautiful places in the country. Its location is the island of Lefkada (Ionian Sea). Transparent blue water, white rocks combined with the surrounding greenery. This place consistently receives top marks in the annual list of the best beaches in Europe.
The name Porto Katsiki means "Port of Goats". In the old days, only goats got here.
There are parking lots and places for snacks near the beach. But there is nowhere to live or stay overnight here. A staircase leading down from the parking lot leads to the beach.
6. Greece, Zakynthos island. Navajo Beach
The place owes its name to a ship that sank here and was carrying smuggled goods. The word "navayo" means "shipwreck" in Greek. The incident occurred in the 80s of the last century. The discovered violators sank the ship with smuggled cigarettes and escaped on boats. When a big storm began, the ship washed up on the shore of the bay. It is still there today.
The water in this place has an incredibly rich blue color, which is given by underground mineral springs. In the district of Aspros Vrachos, near Cape Skinari you can find the Blue Caves. They got their name because of the color of the sea.
7. Croatia. Golden Horn
One of the most beautiful places Croatia is considered the Golden Horn beach. It is located in the south of the island of Brac (Dalmatia).
The place owes its name to its shape resembling a horn. A 634 m long spit stretches from the shore into the sea with beaches on both sides. The length of the braid may vary. This feature is related to tides, wind directions and sea currents. The cape is protected by the state due to its geomorphological properties. It is located 2 km from the city of Bol, to the west of it. Counts business card islands.
Tourists are offered water attractions– jet skis, skis, windsurfing. You can hide from the scorching sun in the pine forest located at the beginning of the cape.
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8. France, Corsica. Rondinara beach
The beach is located between the towns of Porto Vecchio and Bonifacio at the end of highway number 198. This place cannot be called secluded. In July and August it is especially crowded here - there are many people who want to sunbathe on the fine sand. Some of them sail on their own yachts.
The beach is shaped like a horseshoe and is located on the shore of an azure bay. There are no strong waves here. Not far from the beach you can find a convenient campsite (its website camping-rondinara.com ) , there are also parking spaces and working in high season restaurant.
9. Portugal. Marinha Beach
A narrow strip of sand under a steep cliff is what the Portuguese Marinha Beach is, which is called one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. It is located on the Atlantic coast in the vicinity resort town Albufeira.
You will have to travel 20 km to the beach by car - public transport doesn't go there. Then you need to find a ladder along which you can go down from the high steep bank. There are paths, but they are very winding and steep, leading to no one knows where.
The second way to get to the beach is to book a boat excursion. Then it will appear additional opportunity explore the local grottoes and coastline. This will no longer be a simple floundering in the water, but a whole adventure. In any case, you will not find such landscapes anywhere else; everyone will be satisfied with a visit to this beautiful place.
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10. Italy, Sardinia. Kala Goloritze
We can recommend this beach to those who adore hiking along rocky paths. All of Sardinia is a huge stone covered with forest. To get to Kala Goloritze beach you need to go down from the Golgo plateau, located at an altitude of 400 meters. Another way is to arrive by boat.
The beach is located on the coast of the Gulf of Orosei (Golfo di Orosei) and is covered with tiny white pebbles. Transparent water, white pebbles and a high rocky shore create a special serene atmosphere. A very beautiful and unusual place!
starting point walking route starts at the rural church of San Pietro, travel time is about 2 hours. There are quite a lot of people who want to see Kala Goloritze. The path to the beach is well trodden, so you won't get lost.
11. France, Brittany. Ole Vierge
Small cubby with clean yellow sand. On one side there is the boundless Atlantic, on the other there is a high, steep coast, beautiful and protective. You can go down to the beach along a narrow path or by sea by boat. The second method is much easier. The place is reminiscent of Crimean beaches.
12. Iceland. Vik Beach
Black sand beach! Who doesn't want to lie on this?! If you want to do this, you need to go to Iceland, get to the village of Vik, which is 180 km from Reykjavik, and then go to the beach. This is the southernmost tip of Iceland.
The beach stretches for 5 kilometers. There are no pebbles or debris. The sand is very clean and has a true black color. Formed from volcanic lava. The sea is cold, the climate is damp and humid, and it rains often. Only winter swimming enthusiasts decide to swim here. But the local landscapes are so unusual and bewitching that the place constantly attracts people from the very different countries. Cinematographers who make science-fiction films especially like to visit it.
Local folklore is replete with legends about trolls and sea monsters. For those who don’t take their word for it, local residents will show you the fossilized remains of ancient trolls, rising in the form of basalt pillars in the sea not far from the beach. At low tide you can visit caves formed in ancient times from cooled lava. Previously, numerous mythological creatures took refuge in them, but now they have disappeared somewhere. In general, there are plenty of miracles on these black sands.
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13. Italy, Sicily. Beach of Isola Bella island
The islet of Isola Bella is located near eastern shore Sicily, opposite the town of Taormina. They get here along a narrow road sand spit, connecting the island with the city. Until the 90s of the last century, the island was private property. The owner built herself a house and brought in various exotic plants. The island is home to lizards and birds. Now it belongs to the city municipality. There is a nature reserve there that supervises World Fund wildlife.
On weekends, the rocky beach is filled with city dwellers. It is especially revered by snorkelers - the sea around Isola Bella is replete with myriads of marine organisms and algae.
14. Great Britain. Bantham Beach
The most beautiful places are usually where rivers flow into the sea. One such place is Bantham Beach on the southwest coast of England. It doesn’t matter that there aren’t many hot days here suitable for non-stop swimming. The surrounding landscape can calm any worried soul: the vast sea, sands, dunes, a wonderful view of the coast of Bigbury Bay... All residents of small coastal towns love to visit this beach. He is considered best place for families and also for surfers.
On the opposite shore of the bay is the elegant Burgh Island Hotel. At high tide it becomes cut off from the mainland, a fact that guests like. IN different time The hotel's guests included royalty and famous writers.
15. Scotland. Sandwood Bay
People come here not to sunbathe and swim, but to admire the views and take photographs. Despite the nearby Gulf Stream, the water in Sandwood Bay, located in the northwest of the country, is quite cold. It’s fascinating that the depths of the sea extend all the way to the Arctic: water, water, water, ending eternal ice. The beach is large, surrounded by rocks. Behind it is a picturesque freshwater lake. The sand on the beach has a pinkish tint.
You can only get here on foot. From the nearest highway The beach is separated by 4 miles, which must be overcome along a narrow path winding among grassy dunes and swamps. A walk can turn into a little adventure, especially if you have read Conan Doyle or listened to local legends beforehand.
16. Spain, Menorca. Kala Macareya
Cala Macareia is a horseshoe-shaped bay on the island of Menorca. There are many beaches on the island, but this one is the most popular. The sea here is always calm, the sand is clean and fine, and pine trees grow along the shores of the bay.
It is good to swim here with a mask and fins (so-called snorkeling), because the water is teeming with marine life. The bay is located in the southwest of the island, making it convenient to watch the sunset.
It’s also nice to wander along the picturesque shores. There are many roads and paths in the area, one of which leads directly to a nudist refuge - the tiny beach of Cala Macarelleta.
17. Greece, Antipaxi. Voutumi
A beach on a small, or rather, the smallest of the Ionian islands. Its size is only 3 x 4 km, local population very few in number - less than two dozen. Nevertheless, the land is well-groomed, there are vineyards, orchards and small fields everywhere.
If you get tired of sunbathing, you can walk around this island up and down, admiring local nature. The island is located south of Corfu. It is easily accessible by ferry or boat. The beaches are very beautiful, the water shimmers with emerald hues and, most importantly, it is always deserted here. This place is visited only by those who want to enjoy the sea and sun in silence, value their own privacy and do not disturb someone else’s.
To satisfy your hunger, you can enjoy fresh island food at local taverns. It is believed that the most delicious squid is served here.
18. France. Dune du Pilat
You have to climb stairs to get to this beach because it is a huge sand dune: 2900 m long, 660 m wide, 100 m high. This remarkable place on the Arcachon Bay is one of the main attractions of France. On one side there is the ocean, on the other there is the same vast forest, and in the middle there is sand, sand, and nothing but sand.
Dune is located 60 km from the city of Bordeaux, where you can fly by plane and then get to the beach by train or car. To get to the dune itself you will have to climb over loose sand or take a long walk along the stairs. But the views from the top are worth it.
Of course, you can swim and sunbathe here - there is enough space for everyone. But people come here to admire nature and breathe clean sea air. Young children are especially at ease here: a sandbox with an area of 2 million square meters! And also this favorite place paragliders and hang gliders, since there are ideal conditions for flights.
19. Lithuania. Curonian Spit
The Curonian Spit is a narrow strip of land about 2.5 km wide and 96 km long, stretching in the Baltic Sea from south to north. The southern part of the spit is connected to the Baltic coast Kaliningrad region Russia. Northern part ends in the sea. The last 50 km of the spit belong to Lithuania. The western part of the spit, which borders the Baltic Sea, is a long sandy beach consisting of dunes. The eastern part, overlooking the Curonian Lagoon, is overgrown with forest. On this side there are houses of local residents and holiday homes.
Back in the days Soviet Union The Curonian Spit was a famous and elite vacation spot. Everyone tried to get to the famous Nida - a large village, near which the highest dunes are located and the “dancing” forest begins. In this forest, the trunks of the pine trees are bent in the most bizarre way, and no one knows why this happens. The “dancing” forest leaves an eerie impression, but has a strange attractive force - all tourists consider it their duty to visit it.
The moving dunes are no less attractive. They are formed from white sand. When you are among them, an absolutely surreal state arises. One forgets that on one side there is the sea, and on the other there is a forest. Because of the dunes, neither one nor the other is visible. It seems that you are left alone in the middle of a white desert, and there is only the sun and the sound of the wind. And this is forever.
Having visited once Curonian Spit, I want to come here again and again. You can get there by ferry from Klaipeda, which runs every half hour.
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20. Cyprus. Nissi Beach
This beach is located near the popular resort town of Ayia Napa, sharing a coastal bay with another Nissi Bay beach. Noisy Nissi Bay is more suitable for young people with their irrepressible energy. Nissi Beach – calm a nice place for comfortable swimming and sunbathing.
The sand on the beach is white and clean. The bottom is flat with a slight slope. Simply the perfect place for kids and adults who love sea water and those who do not like depth. Most of the time the sea in the bay is calm - it is protected by an island.
Here you can ride on catamarans and banana boats. The beach has volleyball courts and places where you can play beach soccer. There are a sufficient number of umbrellas and sun loungers. The beach is literally surrounded by hotels. You can stop in them and run out to the sea straight from bed. Tourists who have visited Cyprus consider this beach to be the best.
Visitors to the popular website TripAdvisor.com chose the most attractive beaches in Europe in 2010.
In first place is the Oludenis resort (Türkiye). Oludeniz is a national reserve in Turkey. The resort is surrounded on three sides by green rocky mountains. Oludeniz beach is called “Cleopatra Beach” or “Turtle Island”. The resort received its last name due to the fact that there you can see turtles basking in the sun.
In second place is Mykonos (Greece). The island of Mykonos is distinguished by rich nature and bohemian resorts. Thanks to the winds, the climate in Mykonos is comfortable. average temperature in summer it is +25…+30°С.
3rd place - Ayia Napa (Cyprus) - a resort for those who like to relax noisily. There are many bars, discos and clubs there. The resort was chosen by young people. It is even called the second Ibiza. The resort also attracts divers - the calm seas are suitable for beginners, while experienced divers will enjoy exploring the rock formations, shipwrecks and caves.
4th place - Dalyan (Türkiye) - located at the confluence of the Dalyan River into the Aegean Sea. The city was chosen by German and English pensioners. In the vicinity of the resort you can see antique archaeological sites and natural attractions: the ruins of the city of Kavnos, Carian rock burials, Lake Koycegiz. And in Dalyan you can watch caretta-caretta sea turtles and hunt blue crabs.
5th place - Formentera (Spain) - a resort for those who love peace, quiet and solitude. The most famous beaches of Formentera: Playa de ses Illetes, famous for its clean sand and very clear water; Cala Saona, a bay overlooking Mount As Verda and the island of Ibiza; Place de Pujols, which has the title of environmentally friendly.
6th place - Lagos (Portugal) – an ideal place for a family holiday. The beach has pure golden sand and boasts a gentle entrance to the sea and crystal clear waters. The stones protrude from the sea and form beautiful cliffs.
7th place - Sitges (Spain) - a gay resort known throughout Europe. In addition to gay beaches, it boasts picturesque nature, green mountain slopes, warm and clean sea.
8th place - Fuerteventura (Spain) - a place for lovers of good and quiet beach holiday. Located on the most sparsely populated island of their archipelago Canary Islands. The island once boasted dense forests, but Europeans cut down most of them, and Fuetroventura now resembles a Western movie set. The resort is famous for its excellent many kilometers of beaches with light, fine sand. Good winds have made the island popular for windsurfers.
9th place - Albufeira (Portugal) - boasts a mild climate and good cuisine. In summer it is dry and warm, but not hot: the average temperature is +20 degrees Celsius. The resort is famous for its excellent seafood cuisine and many pubs, cafes and discos.
10th place - Protaras (Cyprus) - a resort for romantics. It is distinguished by fine golden sand and rocky coves. Mediterranean Sea, which in these places is a rich turquoise color. The most famous beach of the resort is Fig Tree Bay. Cape Greco will not leave divers indifferent thanks to its sea caves, and colorful villages with the obligatory windmills will delight romantics.
Popular and idyllically secluded, wild and equipped with everything you need for quality rest. Those that will appeal to a tireless traveler, a risky athlete, a responsible family man, an incorrigible romantic or a couple in love. What are the best beaches in Europe?
Plage de Palombaggia
The most famous and best beach of Corsica is located in France, in the city of Porto-Vecchio, on the southeast coast. Two-kilometer coastline with fine golden sand surrounded by mountains and pine forest, in which you can hide from the hot rays of the sun. This is a paradise with clear turquoise water, pink porphyry boulders, national flavor and a wide range of activities, including boat trips to the islands of Cerbicales and Lavezzi. People often come here with children - parents like the cleanliness of the beach and smooth slopes to the water.
Elafonisi
A fabulously beautiful beach with pink sand is the decoration of the island of the same name and the whole of Crete. You will find it in the southwest of, visiting the snow-white stone monastery of Panagia Chrysoskalitissa along the way. Since Elafonisi is located in a protected area, the beach has only the essentials - sunbeds and umbrellas, showers and toilets, small cafes. But vacationers have access to crystal clear warm water and a coastline that, due to tiny fragments of shells, seashells and corals, turns soft peach or purple.
Spiaggia dei Conigli (Rabbit Beach)
The beach spreads over Italian island Lampedusa (south of Sicily, between Malta and Tunisia) has more than once been recognized as one of the most beautiful not only in Europe, but also on the entire planet. You can get to it only by sea, but the distance from civilization, the impressive landscape, the abundance of coral reefs, gentle sand and amazingly colored water are worth it. Spiaggia dei Conigli attracts connoisseurs natural beauty, fans of scuba diving and those looking for an opportunity to relax and have fun.
Playa de ses Illetes
The beach, which is located on the quietest of the Balearic islands, Formentera, can be reached by ferry from Ibiza, traveling from the port by car or bicycle. The reward will be a protected place - a beautiful beach with silver sand and soft blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. There are always a lot of people here, so regulars recommend spending time on a yacht. In terms of infrastructure development, Formentera is inferior to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza, but there are many nearby Playa de ses Illetes good hotels and fish restaurants.
Cala Mariolu
Mariolu Bay is located 50 km from National Park Gennargentu with mountain lakes and snow-capped peaks. The small Italian beach, surrounded by brutal cliffs, is reached by boat or private vessel, which regularly leave from the port of Cala Gonone (a seaside town in Sardinia). This tropical idyll is memorable for its smooth white marble pebbles - on the shore it appears pink, but in the water it shimmers with millions of shades. It is quite shallow here, so vacationers often take children with them.
Falesia
It’s hard to imagine the ranking of the best beaches in Europe without this section of the southern coast of Portugal. The main advantages of the beach are the small number of visitors, fine sand and picturesque coastal cliffs of all shades of ocher, descending steeply to the ocean. Its turquoise waters and clear sky– a luxurious frame for an endless number of layers of rock cutting. Let's add to this clear air, purified by spreading pine crowns, perfectly heated water, many bays for secluded relaxation, walking distance to hotels and transport stops.
Iztuzu (Iztuzu - Turtle Coast)
Spiaggia della Pelosa (Pelosa)
Beautiful beach on the shores of the Gulf of Asinara in Sardinia - a landmark of the city of Stintino, surrounded by cozy hotels and villas. This is one of the best sandy beaches in Europe with azure sea water, shallow depth and advanced infrastructure - sun loungers, umbrellas and boats are available for rent, and local restaurants and cafes invite you to have a delicious lunch. Spiaggia della Pelosa is protected from strong winds by the surrounding islands, so a pleasant holiday in the European Caribbean is guaranteed at any time of the year.
Praia Da Rocha
The most famous Portuguese beach is located in. It is famous for its long and wide strip of sand, surrounded by rocks of incredible shapes. The entire beach infrastructure is located on comfortable wooden paths, and along the road that goes around the embankment there are hotels, bars, cafes, restaurants, discos and casinos. The ocean is mostly calm and warm, and the shore has everything you need for volleyball, football and basketball matches. Praia Da Rocha is a real holiday for those who are in love with the vibrant atmosphere of Portugal and nature, which has preserved its pristine nature on the edge of Europe.
La Concha
This sandy beach gets its name from the Spanish word for “shell.” Its shape exactly repeats the bay of the same name. La Concha belongs to the city of San Sebastian and is a clear example of how perfect a holiday destination by the Atlantic Ocean can be - even in winter, when its waters are cool enough, you can find swimmers here. You'll find a beach of soft sand and tranquil views between the fishing port and the rocky outcrop of Pico del Loro, beyond which lies Ondaretta Beach.
Fig Tree Bay Beach(Fig Tree Bay)
If you find yourself in the southern part of Cyprus, be sure to visit the beach at Fig Tree Bay. It is located in a small resort village Protaras, part of the Paralimni community of Famagusta district. Fig Tree Bay Beach pleases with its clean beaches and excellent conditions for children's recreation, soft sand of a strikingly light shade and well-thought-out infrastructure - cabanas, sun loungers with umbrellas and polite staff. Not far from the beach there is an ancient fig grove that blooms in the spring and fills the air with wonderful aromas.
Kleftiko (Kleftiko)
B is very beautiful wild beach, which is almost impossible to get to on your own - it’s better to hire a boat that quickly passes high steep rocks. It’s not for nothing that Kleftiko was included in the ranking of the best - this is the dream of those who like to relax away from busy resorts, enjoying the virgin sand and aquamarine waters in peace and quiet. Not far from the coast, the famous Meteora rocks rise; on the beach there are several real pirate caves - the whole atmosphere breathes romance and adventure. The main thing is to take everything you need with you, because Kleftiko Beach does not have any equipment.
Playa de Muro
On the Spanish island of Mallorca (north of the municipality of Alcudia) there is a quiet beach about 6 km long and about 25 meters wide. The smooth shallow water entry and microscopic sand made it ideal for parents with children. Playa de Muro Beach is divided into three parts: well equipped due to resort hotels western and middle, as well as wild Es Comu with untouched territory, pine and juniper trees, sand dunes. Behind the beach is natural Park Albufera, where you can go boating, bird watching and paella.
Fistral Beach
One name for this beach, located on a fashionable seaside resort Newquay (Cornwall, UK) inspires awe among surfers. The excellent surfing area, providing hollow waves of 6 to 8 feet, is surrounded by the towering cliffs and sand dunes familiar to all surf enthusiasts who flock to the beach to catch their luck. Fistral Beach is the venue for major competitions, and hotels, restaurants, cafes and shops are responsible for the convenience of athletes and tourists.
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Agios Pavlos
When listing the best beaches in Europe, one cannot fail to mention the Greek “St. Paul”, which got its name from the old Byzantine church. A hermitic place with small pebbles and beautiful water of rare purity sets the mood for relaxation and yoga. Near Agios Pavlos Beach there is a cool pine forest and a charming tavern, but the beach itself has no infrastructure, so you will have to bring your own rugs and umbrellas. A selection of the best beach places in Crete look
1. Troia Galé, near Lisbon
thetimes.co- Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: There is.
- There is.
About an hour's drive south of Lisbon stretches sand island Troy. You can get to it in two ways: by ferry from the city of Setubal (you can see dolphins along the way!) or through the Comporta resort, but the journey will take longer.
From the beach Tróia Galé opens scenic view to the Arrabida mountains. Atlantic Ocean This bay is calm and quiet. A holiday here is suitable for both couples and families with children. You can stay in the Tróia Residence apartments on the oceanfront.
2. Samoqueira, Alentejo
airtransat.com - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: No.
The small beach of Samoqueira is located in a rocky bay near the village of Porto Covo, which is located on south coast Alentejo.
Not everyone wants to go down to the beach along the rocks, so there are always much fewer people here than on the beach in the village itself. At low tide, small lagoons appear in which people love to splash around.
4. Figueira da Foz, Coimbra
iolanda-andrade.blogspot.com - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: There is.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
Figueira da Foz beach is the largest and one of the oldest in Portugal. It is located 40 kilometers west of Coimbra - please take time and patience to get to it. But the long journey is worth it: there are plenty of interesting options to spend your time. For example, go to the salt lake and plunge into the salt lake, of which there are quite a few on the beach. Or have a picnic in the Serra da Boa Viogem hills, which offer stunning views.
3. Playa de Calblanque, Murcia
hotelgalualamanga.com - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: from 11:00 to 20:00.
- Cafes, shops on site: No.
Beach Playa de Calblanque - part nature reserve, which was taken under protection in 1987 to preserve and increase the number of rare plants and animals living in this territory. And people succeeded: now gulls and plovers coexist peacefully with rare species of sea daisies and sea parsley.
Crystal clear water, golden ocher sand and green hills are not all the reasons why you should visit this place. The most attractive thing for tourists tired of the hustle and bustle is something completely different: the beach is never crowded.
You can get to it from Cartagena. By car, the journey will take about 30 minutes, but keep in mind that in July and August, vehicles are prohibited from entering the beach area. We'll have to walk.
4. Playa de Los Genoveses, Almeria
nationalgeographic.com.es - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: No.
Playa de Los Genoveses beach is a salvation for those who want to escape from the frantic pace of life. There are no buildings, no roads, or other signs of urbanization. Along its entire length, which is more than a kilometer, the beach is surrounded by golden sand dunes and prickly pears. In the northern part there are small green islands - trees, in the shade of which you can hide from.
You can get to the beach by car. But, as is the case with Beach Playa de Calblanque, entry for vehicles is closed in July and August.
5. Cala Sa Tuna, Catalonia
corredormato.com - Beach type: pebble.
- Rescuers: There is.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
In an old fishing area north of Begur on the Costa Brava, Cala Sa Tuna beach is located. It’s like a picture from a postcard come to life: the Mediterranean Sea, white houses, rocky bay. Ideal place for family holidays.
The water here is clean and calm. The coastline is dotted with colorful fishing boats, which add a special flavor to the place. The beach is also good because it is equipped for comfortable rest people with disabilities.
3. Bains Militaires, Nice
theglobalgrid.org - Beach type: pebble.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
Hidden away from the crowded beaches of Nice is the rocky entrance to Bains Militaires beach. The clear and deep waters of this place are popular with professional swimmers, yachtsmen from the nearby Nautique Yacht Club and amateurs.
You can stay in the Villa Léonie apartments.
4. Plage d’Écault, near Boulogne
Charlotte Branquart/plages.tv - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: No.
Hidden between the beaches of Boulogne-sur-Mer and Le Touquet is a little-known bay surrounded by high dunes and pine forest. The wild coast is great for active rest: playing sports, flying kites or walking the dogs.
The path to the beach starts from information center Aréna and then passes along the wall built by Jewish prisoners during World War II.
You can stay in the neighboring village of Saint-Etienne-aux-Monts at the Hostellerie de la Rivière.
Croatia
1. Sveti Jakob, Dubrovnik
colleen_elizabeth/flickr.com - Beach type: pebble.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
Dubrovnik is usually crowded with people, but Sveti Jakob Beach is the perfect escape from the crowds. It is a 30 minute walk from the old town and 160 steps down the cliffs. Rest assured, a random passer-by will definitely not wander in here.
You can stay in an apartment overlooking the beach.
2. Posedarje, near Zadar
booking.com - Beach type: pebble/rocky.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
There are many in Croatia beautiful places, but only Posedarje beach has retained its special family atmosphere and crystal clear water. It is located in the shade mountain range Velebit is 25 kilometers from Zadar. You can stay in the only hotel Lucija.
3. Pupnatska Luka, Korcula
- Beach type: pebble/rocky.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
There are many beaches on the southern coast of Korcula, but one of the most attractive for tourists is Pupnatska Luka. Surrounded by dense forests, this cool beach with white pebbles and azure sparkling waters seems like a come-to-life representation of paradise.
You can stay on the north coast at the Tara’s Lodge hotel.
4. Livačina, Slave
TZO Lopar - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
There are quite a few sandy beaches in Croatia, but on the island of Rab there are as many as 30 of them. The most popular of them is Rajska, and the most secluded is Livačina. This picturesque area is surrounded pine forests. No matter how far from the shore you go, the depth will still remain safe even for children.
You can stay in the village a little higher at the Bellevue Lopar Hotel.
The island of Naxos has excellent beaches of all kinds: wild coves for windsurfers, beaches with sand dunes for children and teenagers, quiet bays for nudists. But the most beautiful and enjoyable place to relax is Plaka Beach. Here you can go sailing, canoeing, have a drink at a beach bar or tavern and simply enjoy the stunning views in the quieter southern part of the place.
You can stay right on the beach among the palm trees at the Medusa Resort, from where you can watch incredible sunsets.
2. Gramvousa, Amorgos
Alamy/theguardian.com - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: No.
To the west of Kalotaritissa there is a small horseshoe-shaped bay. Stock up, buy cheese pies from your local shop and find a boatman. Ask to be taken to Gramvousa beach - tiny desert island 10 minutes drive. A holiday among the golden sand dunes will be remembered for a long time.
You can stay at the family guesthouse Minoa on the waterfront of the Katapola port.
3. Vathy, Sifnos
nikana.gr - Beach type: sandy.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
Everything is wonderful on Vathy beach: delicious food, warm water and a picturesque location. Sand beach surrounded by capes that protect this place from the wind. Calm and shallow waters, Vathy is perfect for families with children. Here you can stay in your swimsuit for a whole week and forget about shoes.
You can stay right on the shore in any of the many hotels.
4. Nanou, Symi
yourgreekisland.com - Beach type: pebble.
- Rescuers: No.
- Cafes, shops on site: There is.
The colorful boats in Symi harbor will take you to any of the beaches for 10 euros. And the best place to go is Nanou Beach.
There are sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach. Round white pebbles give the sea a glowing sky blue hue, and the bases of the surrounding cliffs offer underwater activities. The views there are fantastic. But be careful: free-roaming goats may eat your food while you're swimming! Therefore, you shouldn’t take a snack with you, but going to a local tavern and trying fresh seafood or a traditional Greek salad is a great idea.
You can stay in the new Emporio hotel or rent an apartment online from locals, which is much cheaper.