The Spanish coastline is dotted with stunning beaches, from peaceful coves to expansive family-friendly beaches, Spain has it all. Spanish beaches attract millions of visitors every year, some in search of a relaxing retreat and others adrenaline inducing waves and watersports. But which beach has been crowned the best beach in Spain for 2024?

The Winner Revealed…

Each year, Condé Nast Traveler invites readers to participate in selecting the best beach in Spain. The process unfolds in two stages: first, choosing the top beach in each coastal community, and then determining the ultimate winner.

This year, readers chose Playa Zarautz as the ‘Best Beach in Spain 2024.’ Zarautz Beach, located in the town of the same name in the eastern part of the Urola Costa region in Gipuzkoa, is the longest beach on the Basque coast, stretching 2,500 meters.

The beach is renowned for its waves, which attract surfers from around the globe, its charming promenade, lively atmosphere, distinctive beach tents, natural surroundings, fine sand, and the local bars and restaurants, making Zarautz a highly desirable summer destination.

The Top 10 Beaches in Spain for 2024

The competition was fierce, with readers casting their votes for their favorite beaches across Spain. Here are the top 10 beaches for 2024 according to Condé Nast Traveler:

1. Zarautz Beach, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country
2. Famara Beach, Lanzarote, Canary Islands
3. Cala Saona, Formentera, Balearic Islands
4. Valdevaqueros Beach, Cádiz, Andalucía
5. Las Catedrales Beach, Lugo, Galicia
6. Los Locos Beach, Cantabria
7. Calblanque Beach, Murcia
8. Playa de Poo, Asturias
9. Playa Norte, Valencian Community
10. Cala Fonda, Cataluña

With so many beautiful beaches to choose from it must be difficult to whittle down the list to just ten. What do you think of the list? What would you crown as the best beach in Spain?

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