Saint Tropez is just one of the many sandy playgrounds Europe has to offer. It's a famed beach destination in the French Riviera frequented by jetsetters and celebrities. Holidaymakers pick Saint Tropez for its hedonistic lifestyle.

The best beaches of this glistening Mediterranean resort town are multi-faceted and caters to different types of sunworshippers. Saint Tropez's name rings clearly due to its clothing-optional beaches, especially Plage de Tahiti. It occupies the north end of Baie de Pampelonne and is dotted with bars, cafes and restaurants. La Moutte is another nudist beach popular in Saint Tropez.

Saint Tropez's beach clubs are also for families. La Bouillabaise overlooks shallow and calm waters and is close to the village. Plague des Graniers is a public beach located below a citadel, offering a natural environment of rock formations and cliffs. For a bit of seclusion and less crowds in Saint Tropez, take a ninety-minute stroll on the coast of Pampelonne until you reach Plage de la Briande. The views along the trail are gorgeous making the long walk pleasant.