The sea level is rising at a faster rate, the European Environmental Organization (EEA) warns in one of its latest reports.
It says that, between 2006 and 2018, levels rose by 3.7mm per year, more than twice as faster than during the 20th century.
If gas emissions remain high, sea level could reach between 0.63 and 1.02 meters to 2100, Euronews notes.
ESA simulations have also taken into account the worst scenario: a rapid dissolution of the polar ice layer. This would lead to an increase in sea level by up to five meters by 2150 and would endanger some of Europe’s best beaches.
Which beaches are at risk
1. The most endangered point among the highest rating beaches appears to be Sveti Stefan on the Coast of the Adriatic of Montenegro, according to a survey by the Dutch company Reinders Corporation.
It is a flagship, tiny island resort associated with the mainland only through a narrow corridor. By the end of the century, the area could suffer a coastline loss of more than 200 meters (213.58).
2. In second place we find Porto Jungo, Italy, in Sardinia. One of the most virgin sandy areas in the Mediterranean could lose up to 107 meters of coastline.
Porto Jungo is known as “tropical beach in the middle of the Mediterranean”, with “shallow and sandy bottom ideal for families with children”. The beach is located between capes operating as a natural wind barrier and is surrounded by dunes.
3. Portugal’s Praia de Benagil is the third at risk. The area, known for the iconic caves, which is already plagued by over -tourism, could have coastal erosion of almost 70 meters.
Plans for better regulation of tourist flows have led to restrictions on sailing excursions. The time visiting the cave has also been limited to two minutes per boat.
4. The coasts of northern Europe also face significant dangers. The magnificent island of Værøy, where one of Norway’s most remote communities, could be reduced by 58 meters.
The island is also a paradise for hikers, offering routes to abandoned villages and human hideouts dating to up to 6,000 years ago.
5. Keem Bay, a former shark fishing area on Achill island, defined by Lonely Planet as “one of the most glorious, isolated beaches of Ireland”, is the next on the list.
This microscopic area of white sand is in danger of losing 40 meters by 2100. Climate Ireland states that the rise in sea level “is expected to increase for all coastal areas of Ireland”, including “coastal cities such as Cork, Dublin, Dublin.”
6. It is known as one of Iceland’s most dangerous destinations, with waves up to 40 meters high. “When an ocean wave grabs you, it can violently throw you into the frozen water and the rocky coastline,” says Visit Iceland for Reynisfjara Beach.
This black sand volcanic point is the sixth on the list, with a projected loss of more than 35 meters. Waves, however, are not the only danger. “Additional risks include rock falls and landslides”, especially on the east side of the beach.
7. People who have gone through the French Riviera in recent years may have begun to observe the presence of plates that warn tourists of the risk of tsunami. Although this area has not yet been affected by such extreme weather, the risk of rising sea levels is already real.
The Reinders study predicts erosion almost 35 meters by 2100 in Plage des Marinières, one of the highest -high -rated beaches around Nice. This beautiful and narrow 700 -meter -long section is next to the iconic railway line along the blue coast from the Italian border to Ventimilia to Cannes.
8. Sea lovers near Dubrovnik, Croatia, find it difficult to find something better than Pasjača beach. It was voted as the 39th best beach in the world two years ago and has an idyllic, secluded golden sandy beach between an imposing cliffs overlooking crystal clear waters.
However, its relatively narrow size – the point is only 80 meters long – increases the risk that the beach will be completely extinguished in 100 years, with a 31 -meter coastline loss.
9. Cornwall is one of the most exposed areas of the United Kingdom to rise to sea level. The Kynance Gulf, famous for its rocks and white sandy beaches, is ranked ninth in the Reinders study, with a possible 30 -meter erosion.
Flods often reveal a series of creeks and interconnected caves. The area is also a favorite place for hiking in the locals due to a popular coastal trail over 2.5 kilometers connecting Kynance and Lizard Point.
10. Closing the top ten, Anse de l’Argent Faux of France (“Gulf of False Silver”) is in danger of losing 28.38 meters. Legend says that the place was named after the coins that acted there in the 18th century.
Today, it is also known as Baie des Milliardaires (“Billionaires Gulf”), due to the flow of yachts and the presence of luxury buildings. However, it is also accessible on foot through a narrow path. Despite the significant tourist presence, the locals say the place has been “miraculously maintained” and remains one of the most “wild” spots near Antib, often preferred to the glamorous Juan-L-Pen.
Source: Skai
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