Seaside town on Anglesey one of Europe's best hidden gems
The experts gave every place in Europe a score based on search trends and holiday home pricing data, as well as several other key factors, including:
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From there, HomeToGo was able to come up with a list of the top 50 best hidden gem destinations in Europe.
The best hidden gem travel destinations in Europe, according to HomeToGo, are:
The full list of Europe's best hidden gems can be found on the HomeToGo website.
Beaurmaris was named Europe's 10th best hidden gem, said to be the perfect place for "the explorer who's enchanted by rugged shorelines, medieval castles, and boat trips to wild islands".
It recorded a total score of 55.10, just behind Tomar (Portugal), which ranked top of the list.
Beumaris recorded the following scores as part of the HomeToGo study:
Beaumaris is described as a "captivating" seaside town by Visit Anglesey.
"A 'must' is to take a walk through the town, starting with a stroll along the seafront, taking in the pier and the views over the Menai Strait and Snowdonia then continuing through the charming streets with their picturesque cottages, many painted in soft pastel colours," the experts added.
The Anglesey-based town boasts a mix of medieval, Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture, with the highlight being Beaumaris Castle.
Constructed between 1295 and 1330, the castle is now a United Nations World Heritage site.
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There is a lively collection of cafês, pubs, restaurants and hotels, with "good food to suit every taste".
You will also find an "excellent" array of shops in Beaumaris, highlighted by some "quality" independent traders.
The top attractions in Beaumaris, according to Tripadvisor, are:
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While the best spots for food and drink are:
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