Best scenic beaches in Spain, 2026
25 scenic beaches in Spain that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to scenic travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Adarró Beach
Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain
Wide beach adjoining Ribes Roges with strong family and walking appeal
2OBI 7.5+
Aiguadolç Beach
Sitges, Spain
Sheltered Sitges beach beside the marina with calm local appeal
3OBI 7.5+
Aitzuri Beach
Getaria, Spain
A lesser-known rocky beach on the Getaria-Zumaia coastal section.
4OBI 7.5+
Alabortza Beach
Pasaia, Spain
A secluded cove-like beach near the Pasaia mouth with discovery value.
Alcanada Beach
Alcúdia, Spain
Pebble beach with views to Alcanada islet, distinct from Alcúdia’s main sand strip.
6OBI 7.5+
Alcaufar Beach
Sant Lluís, Spain
Sheltered village cove with calm water and a clear south-east Menorca identity.
7OBI 7.5+
Algorri Beach
Zumaia, Spain
A small rocky cove tied to Zumaia’s flysch landscape.
8OBI 7.5+
Antzoras Beach
Ibarrangelu, Spain
A small cove near Ogoño that generic datasets can miss.
Aritzatxu Beach
Bermeo, Spain
A compact Bermeo cove with local swimming culture and harbor-town context.
10OBI 7.5+
Armintza Beach
Lemoiz, Spain
A small harbor-village beach with rocky coastal character.
Arrietara Beach
Sopela, Spain
Sopela’s main surf-and-summer beach with strong local identity.
Arrigunaga Beach
Getxo, Spain
A popular Getxo beach below cliffs, close to Bilbao’s coastal suburbs.
13OBI 7.5+
Azkorri Beach
Getxo, Spain
A wilder Getxo beach with dark sand, cliffs and surf exposure.
Bakio Beach
Bakio, Spain
A major Bizkaia surf-and-summer beach near San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.
Balmins Beach
Sitges, Spain
Distinctive Sitges cove known for naturist-friendly culture and scenic setting
16OBI 7.5+
Barinatxe Beach
Sopela, Spain
Also known as La Salvaje, this is a dramatic cliff-backed surf and naturist beach.
17OBI 7.5+
Barrika Beach
Barrika, Spain
A geologically striking cove framed by folded flysch-like cliffs.
Binidalí Beach
Sant Lluís, Spain
Tiny turquoise cove near the airport coast, popular for scenic swimming despite limited sand.
19OBI 7.5+
Binigaus Beach
Es Migjorn Gran, Spain
Natural sandy beach west of Santo Tomás, prized for a quieter, less-built-up atmosphere.
Binimel·là Beach
Es Mercadal, Spain
Wild northern beach used as the main access point for Pregonda without being the same beach.
Binisafúller Beach
Sant Lluís, Spain
Small south-east cove with calm, clear water and a settled local beach identity.
Burumendi Beach
Mutriku, Spain
A small rocky local bathing spot adding texture to Mutriku coverage.
23OBI 7.5+
Cala Agulla
Capdepera, Spain
Large pine-backed resort beach near Cala Ratjada with strong visitor recognition.
Cala Algaiarens
Ciutadella, Spain
Natural north-west beach area also known as La Vall, important for non-resort Menorca coverage.
Cala Ambolo
Xàbia, Spain
Cliff-side cove known locally for dramatic scenery and restricted-access awareness