Europe is a perfect destination for many reasons - exotic countryside views, small and beautiful towns, urban landscapes, lush greenery, a soothing ecosystem, and beach paradises. Yes, if you have a craving for a beach vacation, then there is no better destination than Europe.
As per studies, Europe houses over 24.000 miles or approximately 38,000 km of coastal shorelines. So, Europe is a perfect destination for beach lovers to enjoy mesmerizing coastal plains and wind-lashing shores. When in Europe, you have the convenience to enjoy Arctic bays (mountain-fringed views), Atlantic coastlines, sun-lit Baltic shores, snuggled coves of Greece and Italy, and a mesmerizing aquatic ecosystem.
This list shares the 20 most exotic beaches of Europe. The list has been compiled after collecting reviews from tourists and vacation lovers visiting Europe, every year and frequently. The list will offer information related to the beach, the best time to visit, and things you can enjoy during your visit.
20 exotic beaches of European destinations
1. Haukland beach
If you are in Norway, then you should visit the Haukland beach. To visit this beach, you would have to travel to the Lofoten Islands. To reach here, search location North-West Norway coast (Arctic Sea). This is also the perfect spot for visitors who like to enjoy the Dance of the Northern Lights from a quiet ocean background.
The beach is mostly frozen in the winter season. This is the time when you can experience the dazzling view of sunlit Northern lights. You have to be prepared to experience chilly, frozen weather as the waters are never over 15°C.
To reach here, you can choose to fly via Svolvaer or Leknes. These are seasonal fly routes. If you are in Uttakiev, then the beach is only 30 minutes away via road trip. The beach is ideal from June to August when the Sun is not too bright. You can enjoy all beach activities, including coastal hikes, beach camping, bird watching, photography, or even kayaking.
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2. Cala Goloritze
The beach is located in Italy - Sardi. Cala Goloritze is better known for its sublime coastal beauty. The special strata make the coastal plan appear snow white in appearance.
When you look at the beach you certainly may find aqua-marine water mesmerizing. You also notice a lot of lime-stone-made cliffs near the shoreline. The entire Bay Area is covered with beautiful limestone cliffs. The height of the cliffs may extend over 148 meters, just above sea level. The best part is that you can reach this beach via a boat ride along the Cala Gooloritze trail.
You can enjoy a boat ride from nearby Baunei Beach or prefer to hike for 3 hours, after taking the shuttle boat. When you want to visit this beach, you can book between June to August, when the climate is pleasant.
In this place, you can enjoy a snorkel or a simple deep dive in the blue ocean. You can enjoy the rock pinnacle view of limestone formations. The famous grotto-hike trail can be on your itinerary list.
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3. West Beach
Europe has its wild west side, and West Beach is just the place for you to visit. The geographical location of this beach is near the North Atlantic European part of Scotland. This place is also best known as a hub for European beaches. You may find this remote beach very attractive for your beach vacation.
West Beach is considered as best remote European beach you may want to visit. This beach is tourist’ hub throughout the year. The best part of this beach is that it is surrounded by beautiful dunes, probably very rare in European countries.
The beach is also decorated with lush green grass carpets. If you like to spend time on Machair bent-grass, then this beach is the perfect destination. The dunes are spent across a 5 km or 3 mile area around the shoreline. You also find that not many sea birds may disturb your privacy.
Vatersay Bay ferry ride is an open option for many. If you like to enjoy European beaches, then May to September is the ideal time to book your travels.
On this beach, you can enjoy all types of activities apart from diving. Shoreline stroll can be your best pastime here. You can also sit and enjoy a bird-watching view while enjoying your beer or vodka. Tranquillity immersion is just another activity. Sandy shorelines create a very mesmerizing effect.
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4. Plage de Palombaggia
The beach is a part of Corsica in France. This southeast beach has long been represented by Powder-soft sandy shorelines of European beaches. You also find the blue clear water untouched by pollution.
The water is as clear and transparent as the beach is untouched by humans. The umbrella pines also make the best attraction of the beach line. You can find the pines stretched to form hemmed wooded hills. The mesmerizing essence of umbrella pines can be felt everywhere across the shoreline. If you plan to experience a Mediterranean beach adventure, then this is the best option.
You can visit this beach if you travel by local carrier. You can also book your ride with local ferries. You also have the convenience of traveling by land route. Late spring is just the perfect time to visit this place, as you may find the weather very welcoming and pleasant.
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5. Platja Illetes - Formentera
If you like beach-blond sand, then this European beach just tops the list. The beach is also known for its translucent Azure-styled water. It is located in Spain, Europe. The shoreline is best for people who like to enjoy a barefoot walk on the soft sandy shoreline.
Caribbean paradise comes to your mind at very first glance. The fact is that if you like the beach, then you certainly may not want to dream of another paradise apart from the Caribbean. The beach is a part of the Western coastline of Europe. If you heard of Trucador Peninsula, then this beach is the perfect match for you.
The shoreline is linked between the Rodona and Pouet Isles in Europe. This is also the place of origination of the name for this beach. To get to this beach you can sail from Cangas or Vigo. Only people who can follow strict travel guidelines are welcome here.
You should plan your visit around Early September from Late June. There are several activities you can enjoy here like bird watching, coastal hikes, Atlantic water swimming, and much more. This is the most beautiful beaches in Spain.
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6. Barafundle Bay - Wales
Wales is a beautiful countryside in Europe. If you have heard of Pembrokeshire, then you should visit Barafundle Bay. The place has a beautiful scenic view of Europe’s countryside. The place is surrounded by clifftops. The cliffs form a beautiful arch that houses the Bay.
You may find the butterscotch sandy shorelines very much attractive. The dunes are also scattered across the picturesque background of the lush green ecosystem. The visitors enjoy the turquoise water that appears to be crystal clear.
If you go through the polling posts of the UK’s best beaches, then you will certainly come across this name – Barafundle Bay. The only thing you need to keep in mind is that the place can get full busy on weekends. You can still visit the beach on weekdays if you like to enjoy your privacy. Pembroke is the nearest city if you feel like accessing this beach. It is also connected to Swansea around 60 60-mile drive.
You can drive by road, hike on foot or even use a public transport system - taxi or bus. Summer, spring, and winter seasons are best if you want to enjoy your visit. So, the beach is open from June to March.
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7. Praia da Arrifana
The beach is near Portugal city. The beach is isolated and so ideal for people who want to enjoy beach life in privacy. The beach is a part of Wild-Wild West Europe. The beach is connected to the Atlantic Ocean. This means you get to be a part of the Golden Crescent.
The waves on the beach are welcoming for surfers from around the globe. Get to this beach if you like to get involved with some serious surf and cuisine. The beach also offers Lagoon side adventure. This beach is a perfect spot to enjoy the brilliant blue sea and soft dunes. The beach is close to Aljezur town or the larger city. It is well connected via road route. You can choose to hike to the beach on foot from Vincentina or take a bus or taxi from the main city. You can also prefer self-driving cars to reach this beach in style.
It is open from June to March and you can enjoy all activities, including body-boarding, surfing, swimming, diving, sunbathing, or simply enjoy a beautiful sunset view.
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8. Cala Marcarella - Spain
The beach is a result of a natural, but tiny, indentation along southwest Menorca’s coastline. The beach is more like a fantasy destination for many. The white sandy shoreline is open to turquoise waters.
The best part is that the shoreline is nestled amongst cliffs. You find Holm Oaks and Pine trees surrounding the shoreline, forming a horseshoe in shape. You can reach the beach on foot or via boat. The summertime is the peak season when the beach gets busy. To enjoy the best, it is advised to visit the beach late evenings or early mornings during the summer season.
Ciutadella is the closest city if you want to reach the beach. It is best to drive to this location from the city. You can also reach the beach via boat from the mainland. To have the best time, you should schedule your travel dates between June to August. April and October are also ideal.
You can enjoy all water activities like diving or swimming in the open ocean. You may not find many snack options here, so be prepared when traveling here.
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9. Navagio Beach - Greece
Ever visited Greece? This European country is also known for its exotic Navagio Beach. You find that travelers have shared millions of views and postcards of this beach. The beach is also a hub for shipwrecks. You find a lot of rusted cargo ships seeking salvation here.
You find a lot of mighty cliffs surrounding the beach. The cliffs form an arch surrounding the bay. The sea looks perfect blue photocopied image. The beach is a perfect heaven on Earth, located in Europe. Due to its scenic beauty, the beach is always overcrowded.
If you like to visit this beach, then you should travel to the nearest city or town, Agios Nikolas. You can also reach me here via Laganas town. Vromi Port has good boat rental options for visitors. The beach does not have any land access.
June to September, before 10 a.m., is when you find the beach calm and welcoming. From July to August, some visitors still visit this beach during this time. You can simply enjoy the shipwreck sight. You can explore the mighty caves.
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10. Platja de Coll Baix
This is the best Spanish beach. The lush green cliffs stretched across the shoreline and boats harboring at the beach make this beach picturesque beauty. The beach is in the Pinar peninsula.
You can enjoy the walking trails through the pine forest which leads to the coastal line. When strolling, you can trek cliff terrains. You can enjoy seawater and other marine life. The shoreline has many pale pebbles you can collect. The beach houses a very peaceful bay. You notice sea birds chirping late evenings or early mornings.
If you wish to visit this beach, then you can from Alcudia City. You drive 8 km from town to reach this beach. You can also reach here via port just a 6 km drive from the port area. If you are adventurous, then you can also bike your way through mountainous terrain.
The beach is best if you visit before 11 am. It is open from May to October and from April to November. You can enjoy swimming, kayak activities, cliff jumping, picnics, or photography sessions here.
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11. Ile de Porquerolles - Cote d'Azur
This beach is an ideal spot for petite lovers. The very first glance, the beach appears to be formed out of a burning crater or volcano. The beach is car-free for people who like to stay away from gasoline and smoke pollution. This is a French beach.
The crescent-shaped bay attracts tourists from all over Europe and the globe. The surrounding bay is decorated by mighty Eucalyptus trees, pine wood, and pearl-white beach sand. You are cut from tech devices so no net surfing, browsing social media, or making digital payments.
You can enjoy other activities like exploration, vineyard visits, dive games, and hiking fort. This beach is best for weekends if you love crowds. It is open from May to September or July to August. You can reach here by ferry ride, on bike or hike by foot.
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12. Rauoasandur, Iceland
The beach is housed in Westfjord's remote Latrabjarg peninsula. To reach this beach, you have to trek your way through snake winding mountain roads. The beach is Ice Land's best beach. The beach is appreciated for its vast expanse, staggering beauty, and vast emptiness. The best part is that on a clear day, you can enjoy a clear view for up to 40 mile stretch.
The beach is nearest to the fishing village of Patreksfjorour. This town is the best if you want to visit this beach. You can access the beach via car (road route) from this town. You need to be on route 614 to reach the beach by road. You can also be a part of the guided tour and enjoy the bus trip to the beach.
You can book your travel dates for summer, from June to September. May to September, spring fall are also welcoming. You find fewer visitors during the spring and fall. Pink sand feels soft on bare feet when walking on the shore. You can also participate in Whale watching events or enjoy the surf. The Latrabjar Cliffs are always welcoming to people who accept challenges in life.
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13. Praia as Catedrais, Spain
The beach is known for showcasing warship wreckages. You will get to worship the beach God altar here. Galicia in Spain is a living paradise and heaven for many. The beach is known to generate high-speed waves and wind. This certainly is the beach for people who take surfing as a sporting event.
You may find the rocky, stretched shoreline very attractive and challenging. The coastline displays spectacular views of chambers, towers and mighty rocks. Low tides are favorable for visitors. This is the time when you get to view the perfect golden sand of the seabed. If you decide to visit this beach in the summer season, then you may need a special permit from the authorities.
Galicia is a well-known destination for beach-lovers. The nearest town is Ribadeo. The town is located in the NW region of Spain. From this town, you have to drive around 10 km by road. Check with the local guide to get familiar with the best travel time during low tides. You can access the beach via bus or private car. You need to obtain a local permit, if your visit is during the summer season. The beach is calm and ideal for visitors during low tide for around 3 hours. The May to October season is best. Here you can explore rock formations or capture photographs. You can enjoy coastal walks or swimming sessions. This is also the best place for seafood lovers.
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14. Sveti Stefan
This beach is located in Montenegro. This beach is also one of the best beaches in this region. Oleanders, Olives, and Pines decorate the entire shoreline. The beach is believed to be from the 15th century. You can still find a lot of stone-carved villas that exist to date.
The beach has a mesmerizing pink sand shoreline with perched rocky terrain. This is a perfect spot for people who like to laze near the coastal line. Here you will find the best Aman resort for chilling out.
The beach is a perfect spot if you like to explore St. Stefan Island. You can relax at the Milocer beach shoreline. You can schedule your visit to Queens Beach or enjoy the Budva walk tour. The beach is near to Sveti Stefan city. You can reach here via air, road (bus, taxi or private car). June to September is the time of the year you should come here. Avoid off-season visits from November to April as the weather gets chilly.
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15. Lara Beach
Lara is a beautiful beach coast of Cyprus. The beach forms a notch near the West Coast Islands in Cyprus. To reach this beach, you certainly have to enjoy the bumpy ride through the rough and uneven terrain. Be sure to ride in 4WD, as it is best suited for this terrain.
You certainly may feel the bumpy ride pays off the moment you reach the shoreline. The beach is a perfect blend of untouched sandy shoreline and privacy. This beach is also one of the nesting grounds for green turtles and loggerheads. Do not try to mess with nature, as the beach comes under the Wildlife Protection Act for rare species.
This beach is located southwest of Paphos coastal city in Cyprus. From Limassol, you drive for 1.5 hours to reach here. You can look for local tour guides if you like to enjoy your visit. You can also explore the beach by the public transport system or take a walking tour from the city centre.
Local tour guides recommend April to June and September to October as ideal visiting times. To see turtles, you have to plan your visit from March to May. Green turtles are resting on the shoreline, you can enjoy watching them. Swimming and snorkelling are yet other activities you can enjoy. People also camp and enjoy a family picnic here. You can play games or hike at Avakas George.
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16. Zlatni Rat, Croatia - Brac Islands
Croatia is a beautiful country in Europe. Zlatni Rat is the best beach here. If you heard of the Brac Islands, then you should visit this beach. White sand and colorful pebbles make up most of shoreline. The beach is very much calm if you visit during the low season. You can enjoy dipping your feet in pale sand or explore the rugged cliffs nearby. The shoreline is surrounded by forested mountain terrain made up of Pine and Dalmatia trees.
To visit this beach, you have to travel to Bol town in Europe, Croatia. You can reach here via ferry ride or via catamaran which is a much faster option. You can also rent a private boat if you can afford it. The road is open for buses and cars.
June to September season is best for people who love crowds. The May to October season is best for people who like privacy. Here you can enjoy sunbathing and water sports. You can swim or dive in the ocean to explore the marine life. There are other activities as well, like day trips, hiking, etc.
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17. Dueodde - Denmark
This beach gives a unique identity to Denmark. Dueodde is the best beach here in Denmark. This is the beach where you get to enjoy the pastel orange sunlight at dawn and dusk. The beach is a part of Bornholm Island in Denmark.
The best attraction of this beach is the soft, white, talcum-like sand. You can enjoy dunes and Pine-rich shorelines when visiting this beach. This sand is just perfect for use in hourglass. The texture of the sand is so soft that you can enjoy a leisurely walk here.
The beach is accessible from Nexo town as it is only 25 km from here. You can also reach this beach from the Danish Islands in the Baltic Sea. To visit this beach, you have air and roadways. Sweden opens up ferry gateway from Ystad port. You can also reach here via Bornholm airport if you board a flight. You are free to visit this beach via road by private car or bus.
Summer season is when you get to enjoy a tropical climate not exceeding 18 to 25 °C. This season is from June to August. The beach is not open for visitors from October to May (during the winter seasons). You can enjoy all beach activities here or visit the lighthouse.
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18. Keem Bay, Ireland
You certainly have never visited Ireland. If ever you get a chance do not forget to add Mayo County to your itinerary. Keem Bay Beach is very famous in Ireland. The beach is known for its Wild Atlantic Nature. The beach is a part of the Hidden Achill Island coastal lines.
This beach is a perfect wilderness that offers privacy for families who want to enjoy sunbathing. The beach is well-aligned with the Irish climate. The coastal line is decorated with Golden sand. You may also find the cliffs and grassy slopes adventurous for adventure sports.
If you Google, you will learn that Achill is the nearest town. If you reach Mayo County, then you can reach this beach. The beach is located 9 miles away from Mayo County. You can simply drive to the location. You can even select drive by public transport system if you are low on your budget.
Visiting this beach is best from June to August. You can enjoy a photography session here. You can even hike the cliffs or snorkel.
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19. Myrtos - Greece
Myrtos Beach is a public landmark of Greece. You trek through the steep hillside to reach the bay area. When you glance at the beach from aerial view, it appears to be like a Poseidon. The coastline is deep even at the shoreline. This beach certainly is not for people who are not good swimmers.
The beach is overcrowded during the peak season. It is nearby to Kefalonia town. This Island is one of the major Islands in Greece. Assos city is the nearest town if you need to visit this beach. You can fly to this town or Kefalonia airport. The beach is also well-connected via a ferry route from Killini Greece mainland.
Poros and Sami offer convenient road routes. You can rent a public transport bus or drive by car. The bus transport is available from Argostoli village. Do not visit this beach during the winter seasons, November to April. June to September is an ideal time. You can enjoy boat tours, sunbathing, photography sessions, and hiking. There are many other activities for vacation lovers.
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20. Spiaggia - Italy
Locals name this as Spiaggia dei Conigli. It is located in Sicily, Italy. As per local people, this beach is simply fantastic. The beach holds a gorgeous circumference. The beach is ideally located on the far-flung coast of Sicily and Lampedusa which is a secret Island in the Southernmost tip of Sicily. Geographically, the beach is much closer to Tunicia.
In the local language, this beach is also known as Rabbit Beach. The water is of shallow depth so you can only access this beach via boat or foot. The beach is a part of the marine reserve project.
If you want to get to this beach, then you can fly to Lampedusa airport. Flights are available from Rome and Italy. You can also take a ferry route from Linosa if you can travel for 7 hours. Once you are on the Island, then you can simply walk or rent a scooter vehicle. You can also rent a cab or other vehicles here.
The town is only 15 minutes away from the beach. June to September and May to September are the best seasons to be here. During winter seasons, the climate can get pretty cold. The crystal clear water is best if you want to enjoy a swimming session. You can also explore loggerhead turtles here at the shore. You can enjoy a boat tour with local guides. The local town is also good for exploring local culture.
Some of the best scenic views are here for anyone to enjoy. You can hire the mighty cliffs and reach the top point. The only tip you need to follow is to try to arrive early by around 9 am if you want to enjoy yourself here. Travelers are also requested to carry snacks and water if planning their trip.
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