The Best Places to Retire in Europe | 2026 Rankings

When people imagine retiring overseas, Europe is often the destination of choice—historic cities, great food, walkable towns, excellent healthcare, and a calmer pace of life. But Europe is also widely misunderstood. Many assume it’s too expensive, too complicated, or only realistic if you’re already wealthy. That’s not actually true. In this video, we count down the Best Places to Retire in Europe in 2026, from #8 to the country that takes the top spot this year—based on International Living’s Annual Global Retirement Index. We break down real-world costs, healthcare access, residency options, and what day-to-day life actually looks like for retirees living on the ground today. 👉 Get the full 2026 Global Retirement Index using the link below: https://intliving.com/ytindex2026 01:01 8. Croatia 03:07 7. Ireland 05:15 6. Malta 07:20 5. Spain 09:27 4. France 11:55 3. Italy 14:10 2. Portugal 16:26 1. Greece #europe #retireineurope #movetoeurope