Wednesday, September 25, 2024 We often seek out beach getaways to unwind, yet the allure of certain sparkling European coastlines can lead to overcrowding and a bit of stress. While many of these sandy spots attract throngs of tourists, Wizz Air has unveiled a selection of lesser-known gems that promise a more tranquil retreat. For those in the UK yearning for spacious shores, Camber Sands in East Sussex stands out as the second least crowded beach in Europe, just a short one-hour train ride from London.
To identify the most and least congested beaches, Wizz Air analyzed data from over 50 European countries, focusing on their most popular coastlines. They employed a unique formula that calculated the beach area, divided it by the size of a beach towel, and then factored in the average daily visitor count. This method provided a clear picture of how much space each beach can offer per person.
Camber Sands, with its sprawling nearly five-mile stretch of sand, accommodates an impressive 61.1 beach towels per individual. Visitors can enjoy the stunning landscape while relishing ample room to lounge, stroll along the shore, or engage in water sports.
With its pristine scenery, rolling sand dunes, and inviting blue waters, Camber Sands has seen a surge in interest, particularly on TikTok, with searches skyrocketing by 174% in the past year, totaling 73,000 queries. Unlike many of Europe’s famed coastal retreats, Camber Sands is conveniently located for Brits, with direct trains from London St. Pancras to Rye, the nearest station, taking just over an hour.
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 17.0 Camber Sands isn’t the only English beach featured in Wizz Air’s top 10 least crowded shores. Brighton, also located in East Sussex, takes the 6th spot and is easily accessible with several direct trains from the capital, reaching the coast in under an hour.
With ample space for 27 beach towels per person, Brighton visitors can comfortably explore the iconic pier, relax on the pebbled beach, and savor a variety of delicious food options..
