A Greek Beach Named Among Top 25 Beaches In Europe For 2025

In the latest ranking of Europe’s most beloved seaside escapes, Simos Beach on the Greek island of Elafonisos has claimed its place among the Top 25 Best Beaches in Europe for 2025, and for good reason.

Praised for its dazzling turquoise waters, golden sand dunes, and natural tranquility, Simos Beach stands proudly at number 8 on the list, according to a new report released by Holidu, the holiday rental platform. Based on thousands of Google Maps reviews, this Greek gem earned an impressive 4.8-star rating from over 4,500 beachgoers, solidifying its spot as one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring coastal destinations.

Where the Aegean Sea Unfolds in Technicolor

What makes Simos truly unique is its twin beaches, Megalos Simos and Mikros Simos, divided by a narrow stretch of sand and hugged by softly rolling dunes. The sea here sparkles in surreal shades of green and blue, so clear and calm it almost feels like a natural infinity pool.

Located off the coast of Laconia, in the Attica region, the beach is accessible via a short ferry ride to Elafonisos, a small island that remains largely untouched by mass tourism. This isolation is part of Simos’s charm; it’s a place for sun-soaked solitude, snorkeling in crystalline coves, and evenings watching the horizon melt into the sea.

An Escape Worth the Journey

While some of Europe’s best-known beaches come packed with bars and crowds, Simos offers a peaceful alternative. Visitors come for the sheer beauty and stay for the sense of freedom and space. Behind the beach, fragrant juniper and cedar forests stretch inland, while soft, white sand invites barefoot walks that can last for hours.

Camping is popular there too, for those who want to wake up with the sunrise over the Aegean just steps away from their tent. It’s a rare chance to disconnect and let nature take the lead.

A Greek Highlight Among European Giants

To be listed among iconic coastlines from Italy, Spain, Portugal, and the UK is no small feat. Simos Beach shares the 2025 Top 10 with destinations like Spiaggia dei Conigli in Italy and Barafundle Bay in the UK. Yet Simos brings something truly different: a raw, uncommercialized coastal beauty that feels like discovering a secret.