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January 16, 2026
‘Golden sands meld into the clear turquoise sea’: readers’ favourite beaches in Europe
Our readers bask in the memory of great beach discoveries, from Latvia to Sicily Send us a tip on Scandinavia or Finland – the best wins a £200 holiday voucher
TL;DR
- Cefalù, Sicily: Features a half-moon beach, medieval lanes, and a Norman cathedral.
- Fuseta, Portugal: A fishing village on a protected natural park coast with calm lagoon waters.
- Porto de Mós, western Algarve: Known for its mile-long beach, Atlantic waves, and beach shack restaurant.
- Fourni islands, Greece: Offers coves, beaches like Petrokopio and Kampi, and opportunities for camping.
- Jūrmala to Bigauņciems, Latvia: A sandy beach backed by pine forests and national park trails.
- Gijón, Asturias (Spain): Features San Lorenzo beach with a promenade and surf scene, and Playa de Poniente with tranquil waters.
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