Italy’s coastline measures up to almost 4,723
miles, compromising the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is surrounded
by water on three sides and has two very large offshore islands. Indeed, it
does not come off as a surprise as to why Italy is famous for its beaches. No
matter what your taste in beaches, you are more than likely to find it
somewhere in Italy.
A holiday to Italy is left incomplete if you
do not visit at least one or more than one beach in the country. Be it if it
is the Mediterranean’s beautifully swimming holes under the limestone cliffs or
Sardinia’s crystalline water. The beautiful beaches in Italy will spice up your
travel to Italy and give you an unforgettable lifetime experience.
With Italy having so many beautiful beaches,
it is not easy to pick which exactly are the most magnificent ones, but we have
narrowed the list down to the 10 most beautiful beaches that will inspire your
travels this summer!
From Visually.
1.
Punta Prosciutto, Puglia
Puglia, has one of the best beaches in Italy.
They can be easily found in Punta Prosciutto seaside villages. Punta Prosciutto
beach is flawlessly beautiful because of its white sand, clear water and beach
shacks. The beach is pretty much packed with families from nearby town, coming
to spend their day at the beach. It is easy to tell how famous this beach is,
by just seeing the amount of beach mats and how occupied the sun loungers are.
You can sit back, relax and watch the most
beautiful sunset of your life, while sipping a delicious cocktail. Punta Prosciutto was listed by Telegraph as one of the 29 dreamiest beaches
in the world! So, if you are still unsure about visiting Punta Prosciutto, think
no further, as you will be more than just satisfied and even capture tons of
instragammable photos!
2. San Vito Lo Capo, Sicily
San Vito Lo Capo’s fine white sand,
transparent blue water and palm trees gives this beach a Caribbean outlook.
Travelers often have a misconception about the beach being an old-fashioned
fishing village. When in actuality, San Vito Lo Capo is a modern beach. It is
full of life during summers, but you do not have to worry about it being
over-crowded despite its popularity.
One can easily get to San Vito Lo Capo by the
public bus services provided from Trapani and Palermo. The beach it pretty much
in a remote area, located at a cape’s end, which makes it not too great of a
spot for touring. Which is why, one should simply stay for a couple of days to
experience the freshness of the sand, sun and the warm and comfortably covered
waters!
- Elba
Elba has 150 and more beaches scattered all
over its uneven coastline. From beaches that are sand stretched to tiny beaches
hidden deep within coves, you will find the perfect beach to lay back and relax
in. The bigger and main beaches are usually packed in the summers. So if you
are looking for a more quiet and calm beach, head down to Sant’Andrea to find
more space without having to compromise on your comfort.
You can easily find many lounge chairs, places
to stop by for food and parasols. Moreover, you can do a number of water
activities such as windsurfing and boating in the shallow protected waters.
Whereas if you are looking for a kid friendly beach, head down to Sansone where
you will find a mixture of smooth pebbles and sand that gradually lead to the
sea, which makes it a perfect beach for small children.
Elba has a vast choice of beaches, so you will
keep wanting to come back and explore further!
- Tropea,
Calabrian
Even though Calabrian is nowhere as beautiful
as Pugilia or Sicily, Tropea beach is an exception. Tropea is a fairly old town
with a really beautiful beach. The town is filled with traditional shops and
trattorias, and is positioned above a soft shelving beach which is famous with
families.
Evenings in Tropea are always busy, with a
slow moving crowd because of a pleasant historic ice cream distraction called,
Gelati Tonino. Enjoy your stay at the Rocca della Sena Hotel, and you will have
a direct access to Tropea’s beautiful beach, through a private stairway. The
view from your hotel room, will itself mesmerise you and want you to head down
to the beach and experience the beautiful and loud waves!
- Viareggio,
Tuscany
Viareggio is an Italian seaside perfect for a
summer vacation spot in Italy. The beach has rows filled with beach umbrellas on a
delicately groomed beach sand. Viareggio has a classic vibe to it with Belle
Epoque villas and elegant grand hotels. The beach is pretty much swamped with
families who have been occupying the exact same sun loungers for almost three
generations, see the commitment there?
Viareggio has excellent fish restaurants that
people frequent for special occasions. This amazing beach is a combination of
history and modern day outlook. Some say, Viareggio gives you the feel of
Florence by the sea!
- Cefalù,
Sicily
Cefalù is set under an extraordinary rock on
the northern coast of Sicily. Cefalù is a combination of Sicily’s most
captivating features, a town with an abundance of historical facts attached to
it and a very beautiful beach. You can spot a vibrant fishing harbor and a
Norman cathedral in the long stretch of white sand.
Cefalù has Sicily’s finest medieval buildings
and magnificently preserved mosaics. The beach is free to the public and has a
corner with lidos where you are able to rent out lounge chairs and beach
umbrellas. You can take a sweet evening stroll or simply watch the waves from a
bench.
- Rimini
Rimini is one place where you get what you
see. The beach’s white sand being washed by the Adriatic waters is a sight you
will never forget. Italians love this beach resort as its their typical holidayresort. The atmosphere at the beach is very much addictive and you will not
want to leave anytime soon.
Once you are past the fact that you will have
to rent your time at the beach, you will have a great time creating new
memories. There are a number of hotels at the street right behind the beach
itself, from affordable to grand hotels. So , you do not have to worry about
accommodation, as it is a very convenient distance from the beach.
The town of Rimini has much more to offer than
just a beach, you will love exploring the town and visit some Roman historical
sites.
8. La Pelosa, Sardinia
Sardina is known famously for its unbelievable
beaches. The beaches are mainly popular for its soft powderly like white sand
and bright blue sea. Moreover, there are secluded areas that are protected by
its pine forest. Does this not sound appealing?
La Pelosa is loved for offshore ramshackle
castle. Once again, even this beach will make you think you are in the
Carribean. La Pelosa has been nominated a number of times as the most beautiful
beach. Its calm and clear turquoise water will leave you in awe, and get you
away from the city life. You can easily swim in the water without having to
worry about the water shallowness, and enjoy the view from wherever you are
positioned.
- San
Fruttuoso, Liguria
San Fruttuoso is a rocky beach and can only be
reached either on foot or by boat. However, if you are thinking its will not be
worth it, then this is where you are wrong as it is more worth it than you can
imagine. Its location is set at one of Italy's most magnificent abbeys, which
gives a medieval backdrop to the beach.
Moreover, you can dine of the most amazingbeach restaurants you have ever come across and order their ever famous
lasagnette pasta. You can enjoy a good swim in the translucent dark blue water,
where you can do snorkeling too and catch a glimpse of the Christ of the Abyss
statue submerged deep within the sea.
- Spiaggia dei
Conigli, Lampedusa
Spiaggia deo Conigli is popularly known as the
Beach of the Rabbits. This beach is one of Italy’s ever famous beaches. In
fact, it is the most popular spots in the entire Europe. It is a famous spot
for snorkeling in its perfect aquamarine waters and for those who love sun
tanning on a sheer white sand!
So head down when you are in Lampedusa and
enjoy your day at the beach!
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