Some of Europe’s beaches are so busy that soon you’ll have to use an app to book your spot – no, seriously, read about it here – but some sandy stretches are gloriously crowd-free.

Siculiana's unspoiled beaches have been largely undiscovered by hordes of tourists (Getty Images/iStockphoto) ...

Officials have taken this step to maintain Freikörperkultur (FKK), or Free Body Culture on these beaches. FKK, the first official naturist club in Germany, was founded in Essen in 1898 ...

In fact, Praia da Falésia in Algarve, Portugal, is one of the hidden gems in Europe that has been identified as one of the least crowded beach destinations in Europe. Praia da Falésia ...

Below, with the help of national tourist offices and beach lovers in the know, we've compiled Europe's top ten loveliest ... fine sandy beaches are crowd-free and clean, making it a great place ...

So, if you're planning to visit a European beach this summer, there are some things you should know. You can seek out the free beaches and set up your towels and umbrella on the sand. Or ...

If you're planning to soak up the sun on one of Europe's most sought-after beaches, you'll need to grab your smartphone. The stunning Tuerredda beach in Sardinia, famed for its powdery golden ...

BOTH Bexhill Beach and Camber Sands became some of the first beaches in England to go smoke free voluntarily. The scheme launched on No Smoking Day (March 12) in a bid to protect children ...

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There's a country that's become popularly dubbed the 'Maldives of Europe ... of beach along the Albanian Riviera, offering a tranquil escape with clean, transparent waters, free parking, and ...

British holidaymakers can pick up a bottle of wine for under £4 in Europe's cheapest destination for a boozy break. The bargain booze comes with a side of some of the continent's best beaches ...

Siculiana, a fishing town with pristine beaches and protected Torre Salsa Nature Reserve, has launched the scheme for two lucky visitors in collaboration with Siculiana Turistica, the town's ...