10 Most beautiful beaches in Europe to visit by superyacht | Discover the continent’s most stunning shores

One of the great advantages of travelling by superyacht is the privileged access it grants you to some of the most naturally beautiful places in the world that are out of bounds to most.

While a yacht charter in Europe promises rich cultural adventures and a vibrant superyacht scene, it also offers the chance to slow down, escape the crowds, and retreat into enclaves that feel like true paradise. 

From sugar-white sands and crystal-clear waters to secret bays and the pristine coastlines of forgotten volcanic islets, here are 10 of the most beautiful beaches in Europe best reached by yacht. 

1. Cala Goloritzé, Sardinia, Italy

Best beach for a sense of wilderness

Named the best beach in the world for 2025 by The World’s 50 Best Beaches, this UNESCO-listed cove also leads our list of the top 10 best beaches in Europe.

Framed by towering limestone cliffs and surreal turquoise waters, there is a raw beauty to this beach that makes it feel as though you’ve stumbled upon a forgotten land.

With a striking pinnacle at its centre that’s led some to label it a ‘cathedral of the sea’, Cala Goloritzé beach is only accessible by the water or via a steep mountain hike, meaning you’ll likely have the place to yourself. Your captain will be careful to anchor a good distance out from the protected beach, from where you can take the tender or paddleboards in to enjoy this Sardinian slice of heaven in peace.

2. Fteri Beach, Kefalonia, Greece

Best secret beach

With sheer white cliffs, dazzling soft sands and shimmering turquoise sea, Fteri Beach deserves worldwide fame and yet few people seem to have heard of it. 

This is largely due to the jaw-dropping cinematography of the Hollywood film “Captain Correlli’s Mandolin”, which directed people’s attention on the natural beauty of Kefalonia elsewhere, as well as the fact it’s only reachable by boat.

An exceptionally calm anchorage with an ethereal atmosphere, Fteri is perfect for a midday swim or a barbecue lunch on the sun deck of your Greek islands yacht charter. 

3. Voutoumi Beach, Antipaxos, Greece

Best beach for laid-back tavernas

This beach on the island of Antipaxos, guarded by steep, green hills that overlook fine-white sands and vivid aquamarine waters, is one of the Ionian Island’s most iconic destinations. 

The warm water in the shallows makes it an ideal place to snorkel and float in peace at your leisure while the deeper water further out means it’s a good anchorage for even the largest of superyachts.

For some local charm, take the more than 200 steep steps up high above the beach for a sunset dinner at Bella Vista, where you’ll be rewarded with sensational panoramic views..

4. Navagio Beach, Zakynthos, Greece

Best beach for maritime history

Staying in the Ionian Sea, head to Navagio beach, Zakynthos, where the shipwreck of MV Panagiotis lies dramatically on the sand and tells of a time of smugglers operating in these parts.

With its gigantic white cliffs hiding the relatively small curve of sand, it’s easy to see why the beach may have been used for covert operations.

Arrive early to anchor off this popular beach and dive into its electric-blue waters in peace before surveying the maritime wreckage and heading to enjoy another of Zakynthos’s natural wonders – the optical illusion created at the Blue Caves. 

5. Porto Katsiki, Lefkada, Greece

Best beach for views from the sun deck

One of the most beautiful beaches in Greece is this stunning sanctuary on the southwest coast of Lefkada, where you can take in breathtaking vistas of the unique geological formations of the Ionian Islands from the comfort of your yacht.

The road here is treacherous – Katsiki is the Greek word for ‘goat’ as it was once believed only hardy goats could reach it – making it largely the preserve of superyachts.

With dramatic limestone cliffs soaring above the sandy horseshoe beach and sea so blue it looks like it has a filter, the panoramas serve as the perfect backdrop to a lazy day on deck, so you may not even wish to disembark at all.

6. Santa Giulia, Corsica, France

Best beach for superyacht socialising

This beautiful beach on the chic island of Corsica is a yacht-friendly bay, perfect for a day spent paddleboarding or delving into the toy box.

With a lagoon-like curve of soft sand and shallow, tropical-hued water, it’s a safe and exclusive enclave, plus there are plenty of upscale Corsican beach clubs and restaurants nearby, such as the Michelin Guide-recommended U Santa Marina where you can reward your efforts.

7. La Pelosa, Sardinia, Italy

Best beach for families

Hidden away on Sardinia’s northwest coast, this Caribbean-style beach is like something from a dream and is quite possibly the most beautiful beach in Italy. 

Its transparent turquoise shallows seem to stretch out forever making it both safe for families and appear endlessly enchanting, with the 16th-century watchtower in the middle of the bay adding some historic allure. There are regulations in place to preserve its fragile ecosystem, but rest assured, La Pelosa is still accessible by yacht within designated anchorage zones. 

8. Zlatni Rat, Brač, Croatia

Best beach for on-the-water fun

Known as the ‘Golden Horn’ due to the distinct shape of this golden sand spit that shape-shifts with the tides and winds, Zlatni Rat is quite unlike any other beach you’ll see on a yacht charter in Europe.

The shallow waters either side of the horn create a luminous blue outline that makes for iconic drone shots while the dual coastlines offering both calm swimming and water sports make it a must-visit spot for Dalmatian yacht charters.

With plenty of pine trees providing some shade, it’s a beach where you could happily spend a few hours at ease in between more high-octane activities.

9. Cala Mitjaneta, Menorca, Spain

Best beach for paddleboarding

Menorca is slowly becoming one of the unmissable islands on a Balearics yacht charter and this tiny cove of turquoise perfection, contender for the most beautiful beach in Spain, is one of the reasons.

Accessible only by foot or tender, Cala Mitjaneta’s seclusion makes it ideal for guests on Mediterranean charters seeking true tranquillity, with sheltered cliffs and calm waters creating an idyllic anchorage for swimming and paddleboarding.

Arrive early by yacht to enjoy the stillness, as this postcard-perfect spot fills quickly in high season.

10. Calo des Moro, Mallorca

Best beach for swimming

A breathtakingly narrow cove with bright blue waters cocooned by sheer cliffs, Calo des Moro is among the best beaches in Europe for swimming. It’s also one of Mallorca’s most photographed beaches, with the best photos being captured from the sun deck of your yacht.

Accessible only by foot or sea, this beach’s remote feel and wild setting make it a yachting favourite and guests love to anchor offshore for a swim in glowing waters before relaxing in this gorgeous bolthole back on board.

Planning your luxury yacht charter to Europe’s most beautiful beaches

Beaches are wonderful places to disconnect from the world and some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe are the preserve of superyacht guests.

Your yacht enhances the exclusivity of your beach visit, ensuring arrival and departure is effortless, no matter how remote.

Whether you are looking for a sailing yacht like ROSEHEARTY, that embraces the back to nature character of your chosen destination, or a motor yacht with a packed toy box like ARBEMA, Edmiston has an array of luxury yachts for charter in the Mediterranean.

Speak with your Edmiston broker today and allow us to start customising a beach destination itinerary for your next Mediterranean superyacht charter.