If you are craving some fearless fun, why don’t you try cliff diving in Europe? It’s a thrilling activity guaranteed to get your heart pumping and satisfy that adrenaline rush. If this sounds like the adventure you need, here are the best cliff diving destinations in Europe.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik may be famous for its stunning architecture and historical landmarks, but it’s also a place full of fun adventures. There are some incredible places to stay in Dubrovnik, and thanks to its location by the Dalmatian Coast, it’s one of Croatia’s most popular spots for cliff diving.Â
You’ll find the best cliff diving spot in Dubrovnik at Buza Bar, a cliffside bar offering unobstructed views of the Adriatic Sea and Lokrum Island. Getting to the place is an adventure in itself. You must first go to St. Ignatius Church and climb the stairs to the top. Go left, and walk towards the city walls, where you’ll find a sign that says, “Cold Drinks”. Follow the arrows until you reach the bar.
Orkney, Scotland
With breathtaking scenery, craggy cliffs, and incredible nature and wildlife, only a few places on Earth can rival the stunning beauty of Scotland’s Orkney Islands. The cliffs of Orkney are spectacular and perfect for adventurous cliff jumpers.Â
In Mainland Orkney, one of the best areas for cliff jumping is the Yesnaby cliff, which has fascinating layers of rocks sculpted by erosions. On top of that, birds of different species settle in the holes of the cliff.
Crete, Greece
Crete is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, offering plenty of opportunities for an unforgettable cliff-jumping adventure. Paliokastro beach, close to Heraklion, is a popular choice for cliff diving due to its easy accessibility from the city. The rock around the old fortress has many natural stairs, with heights raining from 1 metre to 15 metres high.
If you want to splurge on your adventure holiday in Crete, stay at some of the island’s most excellent villas. Some of these rental villas in Crete are close to the coast, giving easy access to the beach.
St Agnes Heritage Coast, Cornwall
Jutting out into the sea, Cornwall is a picturesque county home to England’s most stunning beaches. The best place for cliff jumping in Cornwall is St Agnes Heritage Coast, a stunning coastline surrounded by rugged cliffs. Aside from cliff jumping, the area is also a great place to enjoy a relaxing hike, with several rock pools to explore during low tide and a small stream to swim in.Â
The Canary Islands, Spain
With idyllic beaches, volcanic scenery, and great weather, Spain’s Canary Islands are some of Europe’s best places for cliff diving and scuba diving. From Gran Canaria to Lanzarote and Tenerife, you’ll find many spectacular spots to enjoy an exciting cliff-diving adventure in the Canary Islands.Â
If you love the thrill of scaling along the side of cliffs and leaping out into the vast ocean, consider a coasteering and cliff jumping adventure in Tenerife. The adventure begins on the cliffs of Marazul, an iconic rock with plenty of natural ledges to jump into the ocean.
