Do you know which are the most beautiful beaches in Europe? Family, romantic, pebbly and sandy beaches. Discover the 10 most beautiful beaches in Europe as chosen by travelers. In the ten most beautiful, we were most convinced by Playa de Cofete and Balos. Check it out, your summer destination might be among them.
On the website TripAdvisor.com, which is by far the largest site for world travelers, they prepare every year with the help of travel enthusiasts a selection of the 25 most beautiful beaches in Europe. They dominate among them those on idyllic islands and with white sand. This time we present 10 of the most beautiful.
The most beautiful beaches in Europe:
1. Playa de Ses Illetes (Formentera, Balearic Islands)
The most beautiful beach in Europe according to the choice of travelers is the sandy beach of Playa de Ses Illes on Formentera, in the area of the Balearic Islands. It is by far the most popular beach in the area and symbolizes paradise in the truest sense of the word. The turquoise sea gives it a Caribbean touch. Experts recommend visiting before the worst summer rush.
![Playa de Ses Illetes (Formentera, Balearic Islands)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_398370778-660x495.jpg)
2. Elafonissi Beach (Crete, Greece)
The crystal clear water of Elafonissi beach will take you to new dimensions of the world. For many, it represents one of the most beautiful aspects of the beautiful Greek island of Crete. It's downright magical. It is dotted with rounded rocks, the water along the coast is extremely shallow and calm. The colors are intense – turquoise water and almost white and pink sand. Paradise on earth.
![Elafonissi (Crete, Greece)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_4291949051-660x440.jpg)
3. Praia da Marinha (Carvoeiro, Portugal)
The beautiful Portuguese beach Praia da Marinha deserves a place among the top 100 beaches in the world. The fact that you had to walk many steps to get to it is easy to forget when you see the sea paradise in front of you. Sand, rocks, caves, arches, crystal clear water and an abundance of (under)sea life. Priceless!
![Praia da Marinha (Carvoeiro, Portugal)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_425906797-660x440.jpg)
4. El Cotillo Beach (El Cotillo, Spain)
A straight dream place for a peaceful summer vacation, which has already convinced many travelers. A beautiful and untouched destination that takes your breath away. We recommend a romantic evening walk along the coast that leads all the way to the nearby lighthouse.
![El Cotillo Beach (El Cotillo, Spain)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_3932907341-660x440.jpg)
5. Playa de Bolonia (Tarifa, Spain)
The pristine white beaches of the Spanish town of Tarifa in Andalusia are just as magnificent as the 800-year-old castle that stands proudly in the area. Surfing or kitesurfing is an absolute must at this end. The flora and fauna there are perfect for enthusiastic and curious divers. At night, bars, nightclubs and tapas bars give Tarifa a special charm, which are plentiful here.
![Playa de Bolonia (Tarifa, Spain)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_412596742-660x440.jpg)
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6. Playa de Cofete (Morro del Jable, Spain)
Cofete is a small village in the western part of the Jandía peninsula, located in Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. It is a wonderful central beach that will give you the feeling that you were the first to discover it. If you are an experienced water surfer, the destination will impress you even more.
![Playa de Cofete (Morro del Jable, Spain)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_392872051-660x440.jpg)
7. Porto Limnionas (Zakynthos, Greece)
Porto Limnionas beach is located in the Greek Ionian Islands. These are downright cinematically gorgeous. The water glistens in its blueness, the sand is silky and smooth. Everything looks like it was just taken out of Photoshop, but in reality it's just the wonders of Mother Nature.
![Porto Limnionas (Zakynthos, Greece)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_304715351-660x440.jpg)
8. Iztuzu (Dalyan, Turkey)
Ancient ruins, mud baths and sea turtle nests are just some of Dalyan's magical features. Water sports, cycling and river adventures will satisfy the eternal adventurers.
![Iztuzu (Dalyan, Turkey)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_3992161901-660x448.jpg)
9. Cala Comte (Ibiza, Spain)
Want to experience the authentic vibes of Ibiza? Then you must visit Cala Comte beach. Spectacular sunsets, restaurants, bars, great music and sand. It is the most beautiful place in Ibiza. Check.
![Cala Comte (Ibiza, Spain)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_3036175011-660x438.jpg)
10. Balos (Kissamos, Greece)
Cleanliness, warm water, shallow water, sparkling turquoise sea and other natural beauties. Greece's idyllic Balos beach has it all. Dotted with thousands of shells and fish species, it is absolutely fantastic.
![Balos (Kissamos, Greece)](https://e7852c3a.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/shutterstock_435690247-660x440.jpg)