Spain offers you everything for your perfect beach vacation: it has a diverse coastline of more than 5,000 miles of ocean, most of which is blessed with endless array of magnificent beaches. So, whichever beach you plan to enjoy your vacation on is sure to be the perfect beach.
Spain is packed with all the features that wide-eyed visitors are always looking for: beautiful weather, bustling nightlife, delicious food, a culture life worth mingling with, awe-inspiring art, monumental buildings and an endless array of beachfront environments. However, Spain's coast, apart from being spectacular, is clean and safe. It has the largest number of beaches globally and the pristine beaches of Spain with so many beaches and a wide range of landscapes are calling to all the wandering souls.
Spanish beaches come in all shapes and sizes, from secluded coves surrounded by covered cliffs to the expansive beaches we've rounded up. Find the best beaches in the country with our list of the best beaches here. However, it's not exhaustive.
1. - La Concha Beach, San Sebastian
Popular among locals and also visitors, the beach in the centre with the emblematic setting of San Sebastián is surrounded by breathtaking green mountains - the Urgull mountain on one side and the Igueldo mountain on the other. La Concha is considered to be one of the most beautiful city beaches in Europe. Its name "La Concha" comes from the shape of its beach. La Concha is also known for its good golden sand, distinctively sophisticated white long promenade, colonial properties, historical sites, hotels, tapas bars and the quality of its restaurants. The beach remains part of a charming town full of elegant Belle Epoque-style architecture.
2. - Cala Agulla, Mallorca
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| Beautiful blue-flagged beach of great natural interest © Piafmajorque / Instagram |
Located in the eastern part of the Balearic Island of Mallorca, Cala Agulla is one of the best beaches in Spain. It is a beautiful blue-flagged beach of great natural interest which is very well maintained. Cala Agulla is considered a pleasant place for visitors surrounded by sweet-smelling pine forests. The shore boasts of untarnished soft golden sand, calm clean waters, lush green trees all around, mountains as a backdrop that makes it a perfect beach for solos, couples or the whole family. The island is the largest tip of the eastern tip with a length of 500 meters. Book your hotel, guesthouse or villa with the best activities in Mallorca. Be sure to enjoy the tropical weather, along with water sports shops and ample local beach bars to enjoy.
3. - Playa de la Victoria, Cádiz
Cádiz is an ancient Spanish city at the western edge of the country's southern tip, where Andalusian of Playa de la Victoria Cadiz is the most famous urban beach in a large autonomous region of hills, rivers and farmland bordering spain's southern coast. One of the most historic cities in the country, Cadiz is famous for its natural beauty with miles of beaches, including white sand on the beach and endless views of the sparkling azure, cool waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The beach area in Andalusia, including Cadiz, is called the Costa de la Luz (Coast of Light). Playa de la Victoria is conveniently located in the modern part of the city, within a walking distance of about 15 minutes from the historic centre. This expansive and golden sand beach is quite popular with families and serves locally caught tuna and shrimp, as well as countless wine bars for visitors.
4. - Es Trenc, Mallorca
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| 2 km long beach with its crystal clear waters and grainy white sand © Beaplaymobil / Instagram |
The island of Mallorca votes for some of Spain's best striking scenic landscapes, although it is also true, as one of Spain's best beaches the Es Trenc like beach, is on its list. The 2 km long beach with its crystal clear waters and grainy white sand attracts everyone from locals and tourists to couples and families with groups of friends who want to spend some quiet time amidst the serene surroundings. Although many of Spain's beaches remain part of larger resort complexes, Es Trenc stands alone and is relatively isolated as the place has neither water sports nor any nearby resorts. The coast is backed by windswept sand dunes and a pine forest, making it a perfect destination for quiet tourists.
5. - Playa de Bolonia, Tarifa, Andalucía
Spain's Andalusian region hosts some of the best beaches in the country, including Playa de Bolonia. Untouched and idyllic, 2,000-year-old famous for its Roman ruins, wooden beach restaurants, A natural paradise of southern Spain located in the municipality of Tarifa, Playa de Bolonia is one of Spain's top beaches. There is a huge dune of white sand over this vast quiet beach and tourists come here to hike this sand dunes, with pine forests on one side and clean turquoise water on the other, as well as bands of grass and awe-inspiring view of uncontaminated golden sand. The coast is part of a small traditional fishing village. While it is the favourite among spanish people and gained popularity with international tourists as well as still remains a hidden gem. It is within the limits of El Estrecho Natural Park.
6. - Playa del Silencio, Asturias
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| Playa del Silencio offers a tranquil, wild, unspoiled beach experience and awe-inspiring views © Homo_viajerus / Instagram |
The rugged region of Asturias is best known in northern Spain for beaches and one of those stunning spots, Playa del Silencio or "The Beach of Silence," is considered to be the best beach among the best. One of Spain's most beautiful beaches, Playa del Silencio offers a tranquil, wild, unspoiled beach experience and awe-inspiring views. If you're really dreaming to marvel at Spain's most breathtaking untouched natural landscapes, this is the place to go to Playa del Silencio, located near the town of Cudillero in the Asturias region. Asturias continues to be a popular destination among younger visitors, and the natural rock formations on the coast block almost all types of wind making the beach very peaceful, calm and serene. Its incredible coastline has been declared as a monument and has a long, gently curved bay of silver-colored sand on the coast but the beach is not very good for dipping into the water; Visitors can enjoy a walk in the sand.
7. - Platja de Ses Illetes, Formentera
To believe in the Platja de Ses Illetes beach, you must visit this beautiful beach once. Every summer season, locals from Europe as well as international tourists come here to take a step on this wonderful beach in part of this tiny Balearic island located on the northern tip of Formentera and to luxuriate in its crystal clear water. Formentera Beach is a heaven on earth; Sand structure and clear turquoise waters, and backed by dunes and pine trees, this beach is also known as the 'Caribbean in the European continent', as well as a silky stretch of white powdery-sand surrounded by uninterrupted seas On the shore, the people frolic. It may be a little busy at peak times during the year, as it is a milestone for the tiny island, the wild and more natural, nature, and the most beautiful beach lovers than its neighbor, Ibiza who want to experience the perfect holiday setting away from the crowd.
8. - Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava
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| Tosa de Maro is one of Spain's best hidden gems © Gemmaquer / Instagram |
Located on the Catalonian coast in northeastern Spain, Tossa de Mar is a special small town in the Costa Brava area, which hosts beaches to choose from. The Costa Brava region offers ruggedly beautiful landscapes, with many serene beaches surrounded by high cliffs and among them Tosa de Maro is one of Spain's best hidden gems, as well as one of the most beautiful beaches. It is protected by a large bay and the elaborate horseshoe-shaped coast of the Playa Gran has soft golden brown sand and dark azure water that are family friendly and the large area of the bay is a favorite for swimmers. But beyond the beautiful beach, some of the area's attractions in the panoramic view include Roman ruins and most notably 14th-century fortifications that sit on rocky headlands overlooking the bay. One of the biggest reasons for sightseeing is its long history and rich culture as well as numerous nature preserves.
9. - Cala Macarella and Cala Macarelleta, Menorca
The Western Island of The Menorca balearic archipel, less developed than islands like Mallorca and Ibiza, but it is attracting a different type of traveller. However, it is the second island after Mallorca in terms of surface. The island of Menorca has been honoured with the "Reserve of Biosphere" reward by UNESCO. Menorca is a wonderful island, with Cala Macarella and Cala Macarelleta being the two most picturesque and emerald beaches south of the island. This coast is the favourite among visitors for secret coves, shimmering crystal clear turquoise-colored water and excellent hiking. Surrounded by high cliffs and pine forest around the coast, these two Calas host just for a stunning and panoramic views.
10. - Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
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| Desert-like sand beach with huge 6-kilometer stretch and incredibly 100 metres wide © _Happy.betina_ / Instagram |
This beach is all about desert-like sand, the sophisticated Maspalomas beach in the southern part of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands that has been sculpted by the winds. Flanked by the Maspalomas Dunes Nature Reserve, there is certainly something of all kinds of visitors on this golden sand beach, which is a huge 6-kilometer stretch and incredibly 100 metres wide. It is full of sand dunes with desert landscapes from all around. The beach is divided into three parts, with the first part is dedicated to families, the second part is reserved for nudists, while the third section being gay-friendly. The dazzling blue waters of the beach make the perfect setting with a spectacular view of the dunes. The sun shines on the beach all year round. Enjoy local services and amenities that include restaurants and stands while nudists can venture into more different sections.
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