The top 20 dog-friendly beaches in Europe ranked - 8 are in the UK
The best beaches for dogs in Europe have been named. Eight of the top 20 are in the UK.
(Image: Getty)Europe's best dog-friendly beaches have been revealed, and a staggering eight of them are located around the coast of the UK. Going to the beach with their dog is a favourite activity for many pet owners who live near the coast. However, some beaches are better than others when it comes to how welcoming and friendly they are to our furry friends. Now, we know where to find the best dog-friendly beaches in the UK and throughout Europe when we are planning travels at home or abroad with our pets.
A study by CV Villas analysed more than 130 coastal locations across and analysed factors such as beach dimensions, climate conditions and terrain to determine which were the most friendly to dogs. Although a UK beach did not make the top spot, a total of eight UK beaches were included in the top 20, many of which ranked high in the top 10. Here are the most dog-friendly beaches in Europe, and which UK ones make the list.
20. Irvine Beach, Scotland
Irvine Beach in Scotland just about makes the top 20 list of the most dog-friendly beaches in Europe.
It is located in Ayrshire and has sweeping stretches of golden sand for dogs to run around on.
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19. Plage Nord, France
Located in Le Touquet, France, Plage Nord has huge stretches of white sand for running, as well as sand dunes for exploring.
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18. Hundestrand Zinnowitz, Germany
Located on the Baltic coast, Hundestrand Zinnowitz in Germany is a popular spot for dog owners all year round.
In the summer months, it is popular sunbathers and is more sparse in the colder months, giving dog walkers a lot more room.
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17. Hundestrand St. Peter-Ording, Germany
Hundestrand St. Peter-Ording is another German entry, taking the 17th spot on the list.
It also has grand stretches of sand, offering endless opportunities for dogs to run around.
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16. Plage des Dunes, France
Plage des Dunes in Le Touquet, France, is the southern, more sand duney part of the aforementioned Plage de Nord in the northern part of the beach.
It is considered better for dogs because of its more diverse terrain.
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