Published on
27/05/2026 - 9:05 GMT+2
With a heatwave hitting Europe this week, we’re sure many of you are fantasising about heading to the beach right now.
Great timing then for European Best Destinations to unveil its ranking of the top sandy stretches on the continent for 2026.
Released annually, the editorial team longlists 10 beaches per country which are evaluated based on factors like natural beauty, accessibility, beach services and overall atmosphere.











