10 atmospheric beach cafes in Europe

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10 atmospheric beach cafes in EuropeThere is nothing better than watching the sunset by the sea with a glass in hand. We will tell you about a dozen beach cafes in Europe where you can sit down for the whole day.

Beach cafes aren't just about giving out free sun loungers and selling drinks. During the day, you can hide from the midday heat, and in the evening you can watch with delight how the fireball of the sun sinks into the sea. The British newspaper The Guardian conducted a survey among its readers and made the ten most atmospheric cafes located on European beaches.

1. Caffe al Ciclope (Pacino city, Sicily, Italy)

Caffe al Ciclope Bar is located on the waterfront of the Sicilian fishermen's village. The room itself is quite old and it seems as if it will crumble now, covering the street with dust. But visitors love not him more, but the terrace overlooking the bay. It consists of only a few gazebos and a large wooden hut, but this is quite enough. Here in southeastern Sicily, the night temperature is the same as the hot afternoon in England. In the gray darkness, teenagers sit on mopeds, children devour ice cream and fig-flavored granite, and someone while away the night talking to the sound of waves.

2. Safari Bar (Cape Kamenyak, Croatia)

On the edge of the Istrian peninsula is the Cape Kamenjak National Park. Not only its magnificent landscapes are protected, but also the inhabitants of the coastal waters. After a day of snorkeling, the best place to watch the sunset is the Safari Bar. Grass floors and bamboo huts create a relaxing environment, while handmade children's toys bring a smile to any guest. For the perfect end of a busy day, order the delicious squid sandwiches and grilled cevapcici sausages.

3. Shells Cafe (Strandhill Village, County Sligo, Ireland)

Shells Cafe is a beach cafe and bakery at the same time in the small Irish village of Strandhill. The owners Jane and Miles dreamed of creating a place where they themselves would like to look. The menu is full of simple yet divinely delicious dishes. In addition, there is a shop with interesting trinkets at the cafe. This establishment is a favorite spot for surfers in County Sligo.

4. Bay View Inn (Waidmouth Bay, Cornwall, UK)

Overlooking Waidmouth, Bay View Inn is famous for its burgers and delicious ale. The best way to whet your appetite before coming here is to walk from South Devon down the Atlantic coast. During your meal, you will have a wonderful view of the sea and surfers trying to ride the naughty waves. The place is great for getting into the spirit of the UK.

5. Chiringuito di Cala Saona (near Migjorn beach, Formentera, Spain)

The name Chiringuito di Cala Saona is quite self-explanatory. Cala Saona is a gorgeous bay with reddish cliffs, gin-clear water and white sand, while chiringuito is a beach bar in Spain. The furnishings are very simple - a few chairs, a small awning and a regular bar. But the view from here is spectacular: the small volcanic island of Vedra, which is located near Ibiza. When the sun begins to sink below the horizon, young couples, decorated with tattoos, and women of Balzac age with tiny dogs appear here. As soon as the red disc sinks into the sea, it is a sure disc that it is time for the next mojito.

10 atmospheric beach cafes in Europe6. Tavern on the Marmara beach (Crete, Greece)

At the end of the Aradena Gorge (45 minutes of climbing west from the village of Loutro in southern Crete), on a small cliff above the tiny beach of Marmara, is a charming little tavern. Here you can taste delicious meze, souvlaki kebabs or fresh fish, and then sip on a couple of glasses of local retsin wine or rakija.If you are too relaxed to climb the rocks again, it is better to wait for the evening. Only then can you return to Loutro by water taxi. The name of the tavern is unknown, but it hardly matters - there is only one on this beach.

7. Bar do Guincho (Guincho beach, Portugal)

Bar do Guincho is located at the far end of Guincho Beach, near the city of Cascais. The best way to get here is by bike along the mountain slope. After a tiring drive, ice cold beer and prego - a Portuguese steak sandwich - seem like a gift from the gods. For those with a passion for surfing, windsurfing or just lounging on the beach, the terrace is open all year round.

8. Africafe (Platanitsi beach, Halkidiki, Greece)

Located in the northeast of the Sithonia Peninsula, Africafe is part of a camping site. During the high season there are a lot of people here, but this does not diminish the charm of the cafe. This is a great place to meet new people, dance and admire the Mediterranean Sea with a drink.

The bar and the campsite are surrounded by a dense pine forest. A beautiful beach with dense sand and clear blue sea complements the breathtaking view of Mount Athos. If you decide to swim early in the morning, you will see the sun rise over its top.

9. Rock Food Cafe (Hossegor, France)

It is unlikely that Napoleon knew that by directing the Adour River along a new channel south of Ossegor and leaving a deep crater on the seabed, he created conditions for the steepest waves in Europe. Sitting in the Rock Food Cafe, you can admire how surfers try to cope with the water element. Try to linger until the evening to see the sun set in the Atlantic Ocean and the Rock Food Cafe turns into a central hangout in Ossegor.

10. Strandpaviljoen De Kust (Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands)

If you are planning to visit Amsterdam, then it is worth setting aside a day to visit the town of Wijk aan Zee. Compared to resorts like Zandvoort, it is tiny and you can quickly reach the water's edge. Ignore the first cafe that comes your way and continue along the sea to the north. In a few minutes you will be at the door of the Strandpaviljoen De Kust cafe.

After a windy stroll, this beachside café is the perfect spot with a cozy and relaxing atmosphere. Even if the fireplace does not burn, you will be warmed by the warmth of the heart emanating from the owners of the establishment.

Yarmolenko V.O.

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