As Croatia gears up for what promises to be its most spectacular summer season yet, the BookRetreats Summer 2024 Report has officially unveiled the top beaches across Europe, catering to
travelers in search of sun, pristine waters, and safe shores.
The extensive analysis encompassed over 200 beaches spanning 16 European countries, evaluating them based on crucial factors such as weather conditions, safety measures, ease of access, and water quality.
While Spain emerged as the ultimate summer holiday destination, claiming 28% of the top 25 beaches, including Europe’s premier spot at La Concha, Croatia made a notable mark with four of its stunning beaches making it onto the prestigious list. Among them, Pasjača Beach in Dubrovnik secured the third position overall, earning acclaim for its breathtaking cliffside vistas and crystal-clear waters.
Famed for its dramatic cliffs and pristine sea, Pasjača Beach garnered an impressive rating of 4.22 out of 5 in the study. Despite its relatively fewer Google reviews, with a popularity score of 0.51 out of 1, the beach excelled in all other aspects, propelling it to the esteemed third spot among Europe’s finest beaches.
Nestled along the coastline near Popovići, just a short distance from Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković Airport (Čilipi Airport), Pasjača Beach emerged as the fifth most accessible beach out of the 251 locations analyzed in the study.
This secluded gem also received accolades for its excellent water quality, aligning with the standards set by the European Environment Agency, which recognized 95.6% of Croatia’s bathing areas, positioning Croatia as the third-best destination in Europe for pristine coastal waters.
Joining Pasjača Beach, other Croatian gems that graced BookRetreats’ best beaches list include Seagull’s Rocks (Galebove stijene) in Pula, ranking 8th, Mala Raduča Beach in Primošten at 9th place, and Oprna Bay on the island of Krk, securing the 18th spot.
For travelers mapping out their next summer escapade, here is the rundown of Europe’s top beaches, offering sun-drenched shores, safety, swimming havens, and easy accessibility:
La Concha Beach, Spain
Praia da Falésia, Portugal
Pasjača Beach, Croatia
Las Canteras Beach, Spain
Lama Monachile, Italy
Cala Comte, Spain
Tuerredda Beach, Italy
Seagull’s Rocks, Croatia
Mala Raduča Beach, Croatia
Marinha Beach, Portugal
As the list continues, it showcases the diverse and captivating coastline Europe boasts, with destinations like Denmark, Cyprus, and Bulgaria also making their mark in the top 100, offering travelers a plethora of stunning seaside options to explore and enjoy. Photo by MEETCROATIA_NET, Wikimedia commons.