And sea air this year?
Location:
It is located in the southern part of Lampedusa, the southernmost of the Pelagie Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. Communication with the island is carried out by ferry, there is also a year-round flight connection with Palermo and Catania (Sicily), in the summer there are direct flights from Rome and Milan.
Peculiarities:
Despite the name, rabbits do not live on this beach. The name Rabbit most likely comes from the Arabic word "Rabit" ("link"), referring to the isthmus that connected this small island with a larger one (the isthmus has not survived to this day). Every spring, sea turtles lay their eggs in the fine white sand on the eastern part of the beach. In August, small reptiles hatch from them, which immediately go to the sea.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost of booking a weekly stay for two is $9 21 (The price reflects the average cost of renting an apartment for two during the week from March to August 2015).
Location:
It is located on the island of Formentera, located in the Mediterranean Sea, six kilometers south of Ibiza. Throughout the year it can be reached by sea from Spain (Barcelona, Valencia and Denia). In summer, there is also a direct ferry from Denia to Formentera.
Peculiarities:
Playa de ses Illetes is one of the busiest beaches in Formentera. There are excellent seafood restaurants nearby. The composition of vacationers here is incredibly diverse - from tourists who came for a day from Ibiza to rich locals on luxury yachts. Nudists settled in the northern part of the beach
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $1,102.
Location:
Elafonisi is located in the southwestern part of Crete. The oblong-shaped beach is often cut off from Crete at high tide, giving the impression that it is a separate island. At low tide, it can be reached from Crete on foot - the road from the city of Chania by car or bus will take an hour and a half.
Peculiarities:
The smallest fragments of thousands of broken shells give the sand a pinkish hue. Near the point where the peninsula "breaks off" from Crete, the water depth does not exceed one meter, creating small lagoons, ideal for children's recreation.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $1,037.
Location:
The beach is located between Morte Point and Baggy Point on the north coast of Devon in the southwest of England. The best way to get to the beach is by car.
Peculiarities:
The golden sands of the beach stretch for almost 5 km. Woolacombe Beach is very popular with lovers aquatic species sports and quickly became the epicenter of international surfing.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $1,076.
Location:
The beach is located 13 km from Dalyan on mediterranean coast Turkey. The beach can be reached by boat from the town of Koycegiz, which takes only 20 minutes. Dolmus (local bus service) will also take you to your destination in 25 minutes.
Peculiarities:
The beach stretches for an impressive 25 km, it is a narrow shoal of land that forms a natural border between the Dalyan River and the Mediterranean Sea. The beach is one of the main habitats for sea turtles in the Mediterranean. In this regard, it received the name "turtle beach".
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $589.
Location:
Located in the popular tourist resort of Protaras on east coast Cyprus. Resort town Ayia Napa is located just 10 km southwest of the Gulf.
Peculiarities:
Fig Tree Bay is named after the tree in whose shade the locals took refuge before the place gained popularity among tourists. Today, this is one of the most popular destinations among Europeans - on the coast there is a chain luxury hotels and bars.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $698.
Location:
It is located about 7 km west of the coast of Sicily. Located on the east coast of Favignana, the largest of the Aegadian Islands.
Peculiarities:
Cala Rossa got its name in honor of the battle between Rome and Carthage during the Punic War (241 BC). This beach is famous for its bright sea. The place is popular among snorkelers due to the abundance of marine life. Hiking path it takes quite a long time to reach the coast, so it is better not to go here with small children.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $964.
Location:
The beach stretches for 4.8 km of the Weymouth coast. A ferry departs from the beach, where you can go to the Channel Islands.
Peculiarities:
The beach is popular for summer family vacation thanks to the variety of entertainment: donkey rides, sand sculptures, trampolines and fairs. King George III called this beach his first resort - it was from that moment that the fashion for swimming arose in Britain.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $963.
Location:
The beach is located in the southwest of the island of Lefkada, about 30 km from the island's capital of the same name. Egremni is surrounded by cliffs - sheer cliffs, so to get to the beach, you need to go down 347 steps down the cliff. The nearest village is Athani, a few kilometers to the north.
Peculiarities:
Eggremni is the longest beach in Lefkada, stretching over 2.5 km. According to tourists and locals, this is the perfect place to watch sunsets.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $1,359.
Location:
The beach is located in the small village of Bolonia, 20 km north of Tarifa, it is located next to the Natural del Estrecho park, and on a clear day you can see Morocco on the horizon.
Peculiarities:
The length of the beach is 3.8 km. The ruins of the Roman city of Baelo Claudia are located near the beach and are considered the best preserved Roman buildings discovered in Spain.
On TripAdvisor, the average cost to book a weekly stay for two is $727.
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Which country do you think has the most beautiful and serene beach in Europe according to a famous British travel publication (and it's not Spain, Greece or Italy)?
According to the Lonely Planet publishing house - one of the first official publishers of travel guides for poor tourists - the most beautiful and idyllic beach in Europe is located in Montenegro.
Situated in a crescent-shaped bay on the Adriatic Sea, the beach is one of Montenegro's hidden gems.
Jaz Beach, where you can swim in the rays of the Sun, stretches for 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 top 10 beaches in Europe, according to the famous British travel publisher:
1. Jaz Beach, Montenegro
This beach is located near the city of Budva. It is quite popular among locals, but has little popularity among tourists from Western Europe, as most of them prefer the 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 to the nearest airport Tivat (Tivat Airport). Still, the effort is worth it, especially for those who love adventure and a festive atmosphere.
In summer, the annual Sea Dance Festival is held here, which in 2014 was recognized as the best medium-sized festival in Europe.
2. Peniche, Portugal
This city has only 15,000 inhabitants. Mostly people here are engaged in fishing, but the city is also known for its long beaches and strong winds that create waves - an ideal place for surfers and bodyboarders.
Perhaps not the most attractive beaches in Portugal, but tourists come here, on the Atlantic coast, especially for the thrill.
There are also beaches with calm waters that are ideal for families with children. Here you can relax on the soft sand and frolic in the sea.
3. Beach Rodinara (Rondinara Beach), Corsica, France
This beach is on this list for a reason - it is often called the best beach in France.
Located in the Gulf of Rodinara, the beach is very popular with tourists and is a frequent stopover for wealthy holidaymakers who like to cross the Mediterranean in their large yachts in the summer.
The place where the beach is located allows children to swim in the clear shallow turquoise waters.
4. Cala Goloritze, Sardinia, Italy
On the mediterranean island Sardinia can find a lot of sand along coastline, but Cala Goloritze is famous for its crystal clean waters and the environment.
The beach is located in the north of the island, and was once called an Italian national monument.
But you can get here only 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 the southern part of Iceland, in the country's wettest spot, you can find volcanic black sands and waters that are far from turquoise.
Those who came to the shore Atlantic Ocean and stopped at Reynisdrangar - basalt columns rising directly from the ocean - they will not forget what they saw, because it makes a strong impression.
One of the famous American magazines Islands Magazine, called Vic one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet.
6. Bantham Beach, England, UK
At the mouth of the River Avon is Bantham Beach, which is considered the best beach in the UK for families and surfers. Surfers will love the big waves, and families will appreciate the surrounding nature - sands, dunes and littoral.
The beach offers a beautiful view of the coast of Bigbury Bay (Bigbury Bay), where you can also stay and relax. This place during high tides, it is cut off from the mainland. It is worth noting that such prominent personalities as Agatha Christie, Prince Edward VIII, the former King of Great Britain and his wife Wallis Simpson stayed here.
7. Sandwood Bay Beach, Scotland, UK
First it is worth noting that the waters of Northern Scotland are quite cold, and this despite the Gulf Stream - a warm sea current coming from the Atlantic Ocean.
Getting to the beach of the bay on the outskirts of Scotland is quite difficult. Sandwood Bay Beach is 6.5 km from the nearest road and to reach it you will have to follow a winding path that leads through swamps and grassy sand dunes.
07.01.2019If you look closely at the map of Europe, you can see that most of its coastal areas are dotted with beaches. All of them are very diverse. There are large beaches with white sands, pebble and rocky, romantically secluded and party-going. The choice is very wide.
The review prepared a list of the best European beaches of past years. This includes places liked by adventurous surfers and family people, restless travelers and those who like to spend holidays in solitude, romantics and couples in love. Everyone will find something suitable in this list.
1. Italy, Apulia, Gargano National Park. Orange Bay (Baia delle Zagara)
A picturesque place located on the territory of Gargano Park. The high cliffs surrounding the bay are so delightful 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 is turquoise shades, the sand on the beach is snow-white.
Along the coastline of Gargano there are many tourist places- Vieste, Mattinata, Peschici. In the north of the peninsula there are several salt lakes - Varano and Lesina.
2. Montenegro. Yaz 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 - the Yaz is hidden behind a cape indented by the sea.
The place is considered the most beautiful beach of the Montenegrin coast. It's always full of people here. The beach consists of two zones - finely pebbly and sandy. 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 offered 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, Porkerol Island. Beach Our Lady
Porkerol is famous for its almost pristine nature, it is considered the most major island the Hyeres Islands in the south of France.
Most of Porquerol - 80% of its territory - the state acquired in 1971 from a private owner in order to prevent the development of the island and preserve nature. Now there is a national park.
The protection of the nature of the island is put above all else. You will have to pay a large fine for leaving garbage, 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 leaving from Toulon or Hyères.
4. Portugal. Peniche
A beach with ideal conditions for surfers. Located in the northwest direction from Lisbon, at a distance of 60 miles. This place deserves attention even if there is no addiction to surfing. In addition to beach and sea activities, guests can go on excursions in the historical center of Peniche, see the fort built in the 16th-17th centuries. and ancient churches. Inside the fortress is now a museum, and until the XX 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 the west coast. The beach of Medan Grande, called "supertubos" (Supertubos), is famous for its tube-like waves. Here and on the beach of Praia do Lagido (Praia do Lagido) hold the World Championship in surfing, called Rip Curl Pro Portugal.
Divers should go to the protected area of Berlengash Island - the underwater kingdom there is pristinely beautiful. You can get to this place by rented boat or boat.
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5. Greece, the island of Lefkada. 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). Clear blue water, white rocks in combination with the surrounding greenery. This place consistently receives the highest scores in the annual list of the best beaches in Europe.
The name Porto Katsiki means Port of the Goats. In the old days, only goats got here.
Near the beach there are parking lots and places for a snack. But there is nowhere to live or stay for the night. A staircase descending from the parking lot leads to the beach.
6. Greece, Zakynthos island. Navagio beach
The place owes its name to a ship that sank here, transporting smuggled goods. The word "Navaio" in Greek means "shipwreck". The incident happened in the 80s of the last century. The detected violators sank a ship with smuggled cigarettes and escaped on boats. When a big storm began, the ship was thrown onto the shore of the bay. It is still there.
The water in this place has an incredibly rich blue color, which is given by underground mineral springs. In the region 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 to be the Golden Horn beach. It is located in the south of the island of Brac (Dalmatia).
The place owes its name to the shape resembling a horn. A 634 m long spit stretches from the shore into the sea with beaches on both sides of it. The length of the braid may vary. This feature is associated with tides, wind directions and sea currents. The cape is protected by the state due to its geomorphological properties. It is located at a distance of 2 km from the city of Bol, to the west of it. It is considered the hallmark of the island.
Tourists are offered water attractions - jet skis, skis, windsurfing. You can hide from the scorching sun in a pine forest located at the beginning of the cape.
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8. France, Corsica. Rondinara beach
The beach is located between the cities of Porto Vecchio (Porto Vecchio) and Bonifacio (Bonifacio) at the end of highway number 198. This place can not be called secluded. In July and August, it is especially crowded here - there are many who want to sunbathe on the fine sand. Some of them sail on their own yachts.
The shape of the beach resembles a horseshoe, located on the shores of the 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 a restaurant open during the high season.
9. Portugal. Marinha beach
A narrow strip of sand under a sheer cliff - this is what the Portuguese beach of Marinha 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.
20 km to the beach will have to be driven by car - public transport does not go there. Then you need to find a ladder by which you can go down from a 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 tour. Then there will be an additional opportunity to explore the local grottoes and the coast. 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 visiting this beautiful place.
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10. Italy, Sardinia. Cala Goloritze
This beach can be recommended to those who love hiking along rocky paths. The whole of Sardinia is a huge stone, overgrown with forest. To get to the Cala Goloritze beach, you need to go down from the Golgo plateau, which stretches at an altitude of 400 meters. Another way is to sail by boat.
The beach is located on the coast of the Gulf of Orosei (Golfo di Orosei) and is covered with tiny white pebbles. Clear water, white pebbles and a high rocky shore create a special serene atmosphere. Very beautiful and unusual place!
The starting point of the walking route starts at the rural church of San Pietro, the journey takes about 2 hours. There are a lot of people who want to see Cala Goloritze. The path to the beach is well trodden, so you won't get lost.
11. France, Brittany. Île Vierge
small cubby with clean yellow sand. On the one hand, the boundless Atlantic, on the other, a high, steep coast, beautiful and protective. You can go down to the beach along a narrow path or sail by sea on a boat. The second way is much easier. The place is reminiscent of the 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, 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 real black color. Formed from volcanic lava. The sea is cold, the climate is damp and humid, it often rains. Only lovers of winter swimming 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 of trolls and sea monsters. To those who do not believe the word, the locals will show the petrified remains of ancient trolls, in the form of basalt pillars, towering in the sea near the beach. At low tide, you can visit the caves, formed in ancient times from chilled lava. Previously, numerous mythological creatures hid in them, but now they have disappeared somewhere. In general, there are enough miracles on these black sands.
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13. Italy, Sicily. Isola Bella beach
Isola Bella is located off the eastern coast of Sicily, opposite the town of Taormina. They get here along a narrow sandy spit that connects the island with the city. Until the 90s of the last century, the island was a private property. The hostess built a house for herself and brought in various exotic plants. The island is inhabited by lizards and birds. It is now owned by the municipality of the city. A nature reserve is organized there, which is supervised by the World Wildlife Fund.
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. UK. Bantham Beach
The most beautiful places are usually found where the 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 too many hot days suitable for day-to-day swimming. The surrounding landscape is able to calm any disturbed soul: the boundless 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 the best place for families, as well as for surfers.
Across the bay is the elegant Burgh Island Hotel. At high tide, it becomes cut off from the mainland, and guests like this circumstance. IN different time the guests of the hotel were royalty and famous writers.
15. Scotland. sandwood bay
People come here not to sunbathe and swim, but to admire the views and take pictures. Despite the Gulf Stream flowing nearby, the water in Sandwood Bay, located in the north-west of the country, is quite cold. It is fascinating that the deep sea extends all the way to the Arctic: water, water, water ending eternal ice. The beach is large, surrounded by rocks. Behind him is a picturesque freshwater lake. The sand on the beach has a pinkish tint.
You can only get here on foot. The beach is separated by 4 miles from the nearest road, which will have to 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 beforehand or listened to plenty of local legends.
16. Spain, Menorca. Cala Macareia
Cala Macareia is a horseshoe-shaped cove 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 (the so-called snorkeling), because the water is teeming with marine life. The bay is located in the southwest of the island, it is convenient to watch the sunset from here.
It's nice to wander along the picturesque shores. There are many roads and paths in the area, one of which leads directly to the nudist refuge - the tiny beach of Cala Macarelleta.
17. Greece, Antipaxi. Wutumi
A beach on a small, or rather, on the smallest of the Ionian Islands. Its size is only 3 x 4 km, the local population is very small - less than two dozen. Nevertheless, the land is well-groomed, vineyards, orchards and small fields are everywhere.
If you get tired of sunbathing, you can go around this island far and wide, admiring the 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 the sun in silence, appreciate their own privacy and do not violate someone else's.
To satisfy your hunger, you can enjoy fresh island food in local taverns. It is believed that the most delicious squids are served here.
18. France. Dune du Pilat
You have to climb stairs to this beach, because it is a huge sand dune: 2900 m long, 660 m wide, 100 m high. This remarkable place of the Arcachon Bay is one of the main attractions of France. On the one hand - the ocean, on the other - the same boundless forest, and in the middle - 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. On the dune itself, you will have to climb loose sand or take a long walk up the stairs. But the views from the top are worth it.
Of course, here you can swim and sunbathe - there is enough space for everyone. But people come here to admire nature and breathe clean sea air. It is especially comfortable for small children here: a sandbox with an area of 2 million square meters! And also this favorite place paragliders and hang gliders, because here 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 from south to north in the Baltic Sea. South part braids connected to Baltic coast Kaliningrad region of Russia. Northern part ends at sea. The last 50 km of the spit belong to Lithuania. The western part of the spit, which borders on by 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 are the houses of local residents and rest houses.
Back in the days of the Soviet Union, the Curonian Spit was a well-known and elite holiday destination. Everyone tried to get into the famous Nida - large settlement, near which the highest dunes are located and the "dancing" forest begins. In this forest, pine trunks are bent in the most bizarre way, and no one knows why this happens. The "dancing" forest leaves a terrible impression, but it has a strange attraction - all tourists consider it their duty to visit it.
No less beckon and moving dunes. They are formed from white sand. When you are among them, an absolutely surreal state arises. It is forgotten that on the one hand - the sea, and on the other - the 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 it's forever.
Once having visited curonian spit I want to come here again and again. You can get to it by ferry from Klaipeda, which runs every half an 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 beautiful place for comfortable swimming and sunbathing.
The sand on the beach is white and clean. The bottom is flat with a slight slope. Just an ideal place for kids and adults who love sea water and do not like depth. Most of the time the sea in the bay is calm - it is protected by an island.
Here they ride on catamarans and "bananas". The beach has volleyball courts and places where you can play beach soccer. Plenty of umbrellas and sunbeds. The beach is literally surrounded by hotels. You can stop in them and run out to the sea straight out of bed. Tourists who have visited Cyprus consider this beach to be the best.
Visitors to the popular site TripAdvisor.com chose the most attractive beaches in Europe in 2010.
In the first place - the resort of Oludenis (Turkey). Oludeniz is a national nature reserve in Turkey. The resort is surrounded by green rocky mountains on three sides. Oludeniz beach is called "Cleopatra's Beach" or "Turtle Island". The last name of the resort was 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. The average temperature in summer is +25…+30°C.
3rd place - Ayia Napa (Cyprus) - a resort for those who like to relax noisily. There are many bars, discos and clubs. The resort was chosen by young people. It is even called the second Ibiza. In addition, the resort attracts divers - the calm sea is suitable for beginners, while experienced divers will enjoy exploring the rock formations, shipwrecks and caves.
4th place - Dalyan (Turkey) - 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 ancient archaeological sites and natural attractions: the ruins of the city of Kavn, Carian rock burials, Lake Koycegiz. And in Dalyan you can watch sea turtles caretta-caretta and hunt blue crabs.
5th place - Formentera (Spain) - a resort for those who love silence, peace 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 with pure golden sand boasts a smooth entrance to the sea and crystal clear waters. 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 slopes of mountains, warm and clear 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. Once upon a time, the island boasted dense forests, but the Europeans cut down most of them, and now Fuetroventura resembles a scene for shooting westerns. The resort is famous for its many kilometers of excellent beaches with light fine sand. Good winds have made the island popular with windsurfers.
9th place - Albufeira (Portugal) - boasts 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 features fine golden sand and rocky coves. mediterranean sea, which in these places is a rich turquoise color. The resort's most famous beach is Fig Tree Bay. Cape Greco will not leave divers indifferent thanks to its sea caves, and colorful villages with obligatory windmills will delight romantics.
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1. Navaja Bay, islandZakynthos (Zakynthos), Greece
Bay of Navaja - business card islands. Its name is translated from Greek as "shipwreck". In 1983, a modern ship was washed ashore by a storm, which can still be seen on the beach. True, the beach itself can be reached from the sea and only during daylight hours.
2. Zologoj Rog, island of Brac, Croatia
This is the largest pebble beach in Croatia and one of its most striking attractions. The beach owes its name to the coastline, curved in the form of a horn. Walking on the small pebbles that make up the beach is very good for health. In addition, it is the most famous windsurfing beach in Croatia.
3. Oludeniz, Turkey
One of the most visited beaches in Turkey. No wonder Oludeniz has been repeatedly named among the five most beautiful beaches in the world. Often referred to as the Blue Lagoon, Oludeniz is a national nature reserve in Turkey. The resort has very beautiful nature: a sandy beach, warm waters the Mediterranean Sea, and high mountains which surround this resort from three sides. Translated from Turkish, the name of the resort is translated as "Dead Sea".
4. Sagres, Algarve, Portugal
It is a sandy beach with fine golden sand and crystal clear sea, surrounded by high sheer cliffs. It is also a great place for snorkeling and diving. In addition, it is on the beaches of Sagres that you can admire the beautiful views of the sea and rocks.
5. Las Islas Cies, Galicia, Spain
Today, these islands are uninhabited, and the national park created here is open to tourists only during the summer season. No more can visit the island 2200 people per day. The Cies Islands are located at the very entrance to the narrow and long bay of Vigo. The current name of the archipelago reflects one important feature of the local climate - the absence of rain in summer. In 1980, the Cies Islands were declared a nature reserve and received the status natural park. And 22 years later, the archipelago and the adjacent water area became part of the only National Park in Galicia.
6. Nissi, Ayia Napa, Cyprus
The most popular beach of Ayia Napa, Nissiray is a paradise for clubbers and active youth. Here you can not only bask on the golden sand, but also water ski, windsurf and dive. And right by the shore, everyone can watch colorful fish. All beaches of Ayia Napa have been awarded the blue flag of the EU for the level of their cleanliness, and the development of infrastructure that meets EU standards.
7. Mykonos, Greece
In 2010, Mykonos was named the best European island among such eminent contenders as the world-famous resorts of Ibiza, Capri, Madera. Majorca. sandy beaches stretch along the entire coast of the island. Here you can find entertainment for every taste - beach discos, places for sports, and quiet corners for sunbathing. Mykonos gathers nudists, world stars and just lovers of a good holiday.
8. San Vito lo Capo, Sicily, Italy
This resort is called the diamond of Sicilian nature. It is located on a headland between the Zingaro National Reserve and Mount Kofano. Once upon a time main resort province of Trapani was a simple fishing village. Today, the main income for the inhabitants of these places comes from tourism. It is in these parts that you can see the "paradise places" with golden sand and azure waters, which tour operators love to depict on advertising posters.
Falmouth harbor in Cornwall, where the small town of Saint Ives is located, is considered the third largest natural harbor in the world. Saint Yves is recognized as the best seaside resort Britain. Huge beaches in these places are bordered by numerous cliffs, and the climate is considered the most comfortable in England.
10. Skiathos, Greece
Skiathos Island (in translation - the shadow of Athos) is the "greenest" and most popular island in the Northern Sporades archipelago. The main wealth of the island is its numerous beaches, there are more than a dozen of them here. There is also the famous Banana Beach, where nudists rest, and a beach with silver pebbles, and cozy corners where you can sunbathe all alone. Fortunately, the sun shines on the island almost all year round.
11. Alcudia, Mallorca
It is a long beach of fine sand. There are many breakwaters, to which excursion boats with tourists moor. In addition, many channels from various lakes flow into the sea through the beach. That is why the second name of the beach is Ciudad de los lagos, which means the City of Lakes.
12. Villasimus, Sardinia, Italy
Villasimius - the area on southeast coast Sardinia. You can get there along the picturesque mountain serpentine running right above the sea. white sand beaches and clear azure water helped the former fishing village become one of the most famous tourist destinations in Sardinia.
13. Cala d'en Sierra, Ibiza, Spain
The famous island of Ibiza has about 60 famous beaches. But Cala d'en Serra is the most idyllic of them all. It is located on the shore of a shallow bay, protected from all sides, among fishing villages. Unlike most places in Ibiza, it is never noisy and crowded here.
14. Bay of three rocks, South Wales, Great Britain
This beach in Wales is famous for its beautiful panoramic views. A sandy road leads to a grassy promontory, which offers a wonderful view of the bay. These places are also chosen by surfers from all over the world.
15. Pampillon, Cote d'Azur, France
The sandy beach of Pampelonne stretches for 5 kilometers in length. It is located between Cape Saint-Tropez and Cape Camara. Celebrities from all over the world come to relax on this beach in Saint-Tropez.
