10 Best Beaches in Europe

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La Pelosa Beach, Stintino, Sardinia - Italy

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Swansea’s Rhossili Bay is officially the UK’s number one beach, and, taking third place in Europe and 10th in the world just goes to prove that you don’t have to travel thousands of miles for a great beach. Rhossili Bay is the largest expanse of white sand on the Gower Peninsula and stretches for three miles. The beach’s vast stretch of sand and towering cliffs make it popular with surfers, paragliders and ramblers. The village of Rhossili is steeped in history and the wreck of the Helvetia, which ran aground on Rhossili Bay in November 1887 can still be seen on the beach today.

With crystal clear turquoise waters, Rabbit Beach is one of the most beautiful of beaches in the world. One TripAdvisor user says:

A stunning beach with great natural coastal cliffs, caves, headlands and pinnacles. A TripAdvisor review said:

Crystal clear waters surround the coral-encrusted golden sands here. TripAdvisor says:

A lovely sandy beach with lots of facilities - TripAdvisor says:

A mystical setting awaits all those who visit Elafonissi. Set against the backdrop of beautiful mountains, the clean, turquoise sea-water and golden-white sand offers pure tranquility. One TripAdvisor review stated:

Another beach that is set in the most breathtaking and majestic of landscapes. A TripAdvisor user shared their experience:

A truly special place that is well worth a visit. TripAdvisor says:

A favorite place for a family outing, this lovely stretch of beach overlooks Godrevy Lighthouse in the distance. One TripAdvisor review describes it as

Great for snorkelling and snapping a photo of the picturesque views, St Paul's Bay in Lindos is described by a TripAdvisor user as being an

Elafonissi Beach

10 Best Beaches in Europe

TripAdvisor has announced the winners of its 2013 Travellers’ Choice® Beaches Awards, based entirely on feedback from millions of TripAdvisor travellers. Emma Shaw, TripAdvisor spokesperson, said: “These awards recognise the best ...