In 2018, Croatia will have the most awards with 4 of the 10 most beautiful beaches in Europe. It must be said that the country abounds with thousands of islands, inviting to discovery and relaxation. But it is the Portugal who can boast for the 2 e sequential year to win the prize for the most beautiful beach in Europe.
Carvoeiro (Algarve - Portugal)
Carvoeiro is a Portuguese seaside resort known for its incredible and calm beaches and its coastline of cliffs and caves. A destination that lends itself to cruising, coastal hiking and water sports such as kayaking and paddle sports. And let's not forget the many typical restaurants and bars that line the streets of this picturesque town.
Marathonisi Island (Kefalonia Island - Greece)
Marathonisi Island - also known as Turtle Island because of its animal-like shape - is located south of the island of Zakynthos (in the Ionian Sea), in the bay of Laganas. With its sandy moorland surrounded by turquoise water, it is accessible only by boat (about 10 minutes from the port of Laganas).
Beach of Peljesac (Peljesac Peninsula - Croatia)
Croatia has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Peljesac Peninsula is a peninsula in the south of Croatia and is one of them with its beach surrounded by green cliffs is accessible from Dubrovnik in only 1 hour. A beautiful destination to relax and dive in the clear waters.
Elafonissi pink sand beach (Crete - Greece)
This quiet Cretan lagoon is bordered by a beach with sand of an incredible pink colour. This particular colour makes it one of the most popular destinations in the world. This pink is due to a red microorganism that grows in the coral. A must see destination since there are few beaches in the world that have candy-coloured sand.
Cameo Island (Zakynthos - Greece)
Cameo Island is one of the prettiest, but also one of the smallest Greek islands. This private island is actually a piece of the island of Zakynthos that was detached during an earthquake. It is accessed from a wooden bridge that connects the island to the port of Agios Sostis, on the beautiful island of Zakynthos, only 1 hour from Athens.
When you say private island, you say right of entry. So you will have to pay 5 euros to get there, in exchange for which you will be entitled to a drink and a privileged moment on the sand, protected by a parasol, relaxing on a deckchair.
Atrani, Italy
Atrani is one of the prettiest towns in Campania, a region in southwestern Italy known for its ancient ruins and spectacular coastline. Between Positano and Almafi, Atrani is a typical small village and without doubt one of the most beautiful in the country, with its blue waters and small fishing port.
Sakarun beach (Dugi Island - Croatia)
Sakarun Beach is located in the north of the island of Dugi Otok, Croatia and enjoys white sand and transparent sea, as well as breathtaking views, enclosed between two moors of green land.
Fuseta beach (Ilha da Armona - Portugal)
The island of Armona is located in the very south of Portugal, close to Faro, accessible from the town's port by ferry. Quiet, it shelters a very beautiful beach of fine sand, colourful houses and flowery landscapes, which you can discover by bike.
Calella de Palafrugell (Costa Brava - Spain)
Located in the province of Girona, Catalonia (about 1 hour and a half from Barcelona airport), Calella de Palafrugell is a small fishing village that has kept its old-fashioned charm. The village perched on a hillside, faces an incredible beach of fine sand, a real cinema scene
Saint-Malo (Brittany - France)
Saint-Malo is one of the most emblematic cities of Brittany, with its ramparts of former corsair city. There are 3 beautiful beaches in Saint-Malo: the largest is 3 km long, the Minhic beach and the beach of the bridge, with its superb view of the bay.
