Dhërmi Beach

Dhrmi Beach is regularly alluded to as Albania's best beach - and it's hard to argue with that considering it's where Albaninian prime leaders are said to vacation! It's easy to understand why. The settlement is nestled in a small cove and clings to the high sloping cliffs that rise up from the beach. The beach is just what you'd expect from the Ionian coast. The water is warm, clean, and a brilliant turquoise color, making it ideal for a refreshing swim or snorkeling. The fact that the beach is made entirely of fine pebbles rather than sand only adds to the attractiveness, since their near-white contrasts with the sea's blue.

Given all of this praise, it's no surprise that the beach gets extremely crowded throughout the summer. With a variety of oceanfront fish eateries and numerous bars, visitors are adequately catered for. Even in the summer, it is usually simple to find a quiet area further up this 1 kilometer long beach. Out of season, the crowds clear out quickly, and you'll have your pick of spots to lay your towel and listen to the gentle lapping of the surf on the beach.

Location: The south of the town of Dhermi, Albanian Riviera coast