Wizz Air reveal the most and least overcrowded beaches in Europe

Europe is full of popular beach destinations like Ibiza, Tenerife, and the Algarve, but it also has numerous hidden gems that offer unique experiences without the overwhelming tourist crowds. During peak summer, many beaches are packed with tourists and locals alike.

But which beaches are overcrowded and where can you find peace and quiet? Wizz Air, have created a list of Europe’s least crowded beaches for your next getaway.

To determine the most and least overcrowded beaches Wizz Air analysed over 50 European countries and their top beaches. They then used their travel expertise and a calculation that involved measuring the beach, dividing its area by the size of a beach towel, and then dividing that by the average number of daily visitors. This gave an estimate of how much space each beach offers per person.

András Rado, Head of Communications said “While most of us are familiar with Europe’s iconic beach destinations like Ibiza, Tenerife, or the Algarve, there are countless coastal gems that often go unnoticed by travellers. At Wizz Air, we’re passionate about helping travellers affordably discover the lesser-known treasures of Europe. From a secluded, pristine cove in Croatia to a hidden sandy stretch in Albania, there are plenty of lesser-known beach spots where you can unwind, away from the bustling crowds.

Top 10 least overcrowded beaches in Europe
Rank
Beach
City
Country
Towel Space per person
1
Beach of Durrës
Durrës
Albania
64.5
2
Camber Sands
East Sussex
England
61.1
3
Zlatni Rat Beach (Golden Horn)
Bol/Brac
Croatia
54.1
4
Borsh Beach
Borsh
Albania
43.0
5
Plage de Pampelonne
Ramatuelle
France
33.8
6
Brighton Beach
Brighton
England
27.0
7
Praia da Falésia
Algarve
Portugal
24.3
8
Mogren Beach
Budva
Montenegro
20.1
9
Nissi Beach
Ayia Napa
Cyprus
19.3
10
Playa d’en Bossa
Ibiza
Spain
17.7