Summer in Europe is the best time to bask in the sun, explore coastal areas and be a wandering tourist. However, for many of us, the thought of overbooked flights, inflated hotel rates, fighting for a beach umbrella and getting a decent picture without a million other heads in the background might be all too daunting. Find the best beaches without the crowds around Europe in late summer, towards the end of August to end September. You will still be able to soak in the sun and sea without the peak season madness.  

Late summer in Europe is your best bet where temperatures, prices and numbers of tourist begin to drop significantly. You may also want to check out the many coupon codes, promo codes and discounts on TripAdvisor to get the best savings. Imagine long and warm summer days without the scorching heat and enjoy some peace and quiet along the way.

Where to go in Europe in September?

IBIZA 

Party island central comes to life in July, but do you know that the best parties are held in September? Ibiza’s closing parties have been attracting the world’s biggest names in dance music over the years. As such, you’ll find yourselves partying with the right crowd of people who enjoy the good vibes. The superclubs will put on their grandest display of fireworks and shows promising you a finale like no other.

For the sun-seekers, the weather in Ibiza in September hovers around the mid-20 degrees celcius and you’ll still be able to work on the perfect tan. The neighbouring island of Formentera with its beautiful beach will be less crowded and perfect to spend the day at. This is also the best time to rent a private boat and explore the Balearic Islands at your own pace. Additionally, villa rental rates, hotels and flight tickets are also reduced which will leave you with more money to enjoy the exciting nightlife.

SARDINIA

An entire beach all to yourself is a dream come true in Sardinia in September. With the school holiday season over, you’ll be rewarded with deserted beaches, traffic-free roads and discounts of up to 50% less for accommodations. 

September is also a month full of gastronomic, cultural and religious festivals around the island which makes it even more interesting and enables you to fully immerse in the true Sardinian experience. With temperatures of up to 26 degrees Celsius, the weather is pleasant enough to work on your tan and the turquoise sea is still warm enough for a swim. 

FUERTEVENTURA

Fuerteventura’s the closest of Spain’s Canary Islands to Africa which means it has a warm year-round climate, and you’ll still feel the long hot summer if you’re going in September. With over 125-miles of sandy beaches and sand dunes and an average of 12 hours of sunshine a day in September, Fuerteventura is the ideal destination to spend your late summer vacation.

There is plenty to do in Fuerteventura and with more than 150 beaches to choose from, you’ll definitely find the ideal place to spend your time in. Kitesurfing and windsurfing are popular water sports here and if you’re into tanning every single inch of your body to bronze perfection before winter, there is even a nudist beach for you!

LARNACA

Located on the southern coast of Cyprus, Larnaca offers its late summer visitors plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures in September. Here, you can find yourself on one of the world’s best beaches in Finikoudes without the madness of the peak summer crowd.

As with most places, prices are reduced during this season and you’ll be able to find a bargain on handcrafted ceramic pottery around this lively city.

SANTORINI

When we think of Santorini, we imagine beautiful sunsets, majestic sea views and donkeys (!). It seems we are not far off with our imagination, minus the donkeys. In September, the warm sun shines down on the deep azure waters of Santorini and paints the entire town a golden hue with its breathtaking sunsets. 

It is the perfect time to take your loved one as you’ll be guaranteed a more relaxed atmosphere without the summer crowd. Swimming and sunbathing is highly encouraged under the blue skies and the nightlife is still buzzing in September.

If you’ve already discovered the best beaches without the crowd around Europe, why not check out more fantastic secluded beaches around the world so that your summer can last all year long in peace.