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About Calabria

At first glance, the diversity of the beaches of the Calabria does not have a prominent distinctive feature. There is no clear predominance of mountain landscapes or crystal sea, on the contrary, everything seems balanced. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the flow of tourists continues to grow from year to year.

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Marina di Gioiosa Ionica

Marina di Gioiosa Ionica

5 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Senior friendly
Siderno

Siderno

6 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Senior friendly
San Ferdinando

San Ferdinando

5 beaches
Wild beach • Camping • Good for party
Locri

Locri

5 beaches
Beach volleyball • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Canne

Canne

4 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Camping
Roccella Ionica

Roccella Ionica

4 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Camping
Marina di Sant'Ilario dello Ionio

Marina di Sant'Ilario dello Ionio

5 beaches
Beach volleyball • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Campomarzio

Campomarzio

4 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Favaco

Favaco

5 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Camping
Caldarella

Caldarella

4 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Camping
Monasterace Marina

Monasterace Marina

4 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Camping
Lido di Palmi

Lido di Palmi

5 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Bosco SantIippolito

Bosco SantIippolito

4 beaches
Beach volleyball • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Bovalino

Bovalino

4 beaches
Beach volleyball • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Bianco

Bianco

3 beaches
Camping • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Marina di San Lorenzo

Marina di San Lorenzo

6 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Camping
Condofuri Marina

Condofuri Marina

7 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Bova Marina

Bova Marina

6 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Good for party
Palizzi Marina

Palizzi Marina

6 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Anna di Melito

Anna di Melito

7 beaches
Wild beach • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Saline Joniche

Saline Joniche

9 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for Relax • Fine gravel
Galati

Galati

5 beaches
Beach volleyball • Senior friendly • Good for Relax
Pietrenere

Pietrenere

7 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Marina di Palmi

Marina di Palmi

7 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Riaci Capo

Riaci Capo

10 beaches
Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Villa San Giovanni

Villa San Giovanni

20 beaches
Cliffs • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Barritteri

Barritteri

8 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Bagnara Calabra

Bagnara Calabra

12 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Brancaleone

Brancaleone

3 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for party • Senior friendly
Marinella

Marinella

3 beaches
Beach volleyball • Good for party • Senior friendly
Tonnara di Palmi

Tonnara di Palmi

6 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Cannitello

Cannitello

16 beaches
Cliffs • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Matiniti I

Matiniti I

16 beaches
Cliffs • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Reggio Calabria

Reggio Calabria

37 beaches
Cliffs • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Scilla

Scilla

12 beaches
Cliffs • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Archi

Archi

11 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Beach volleyball
Cambareri

Cambareri

13 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball
Favazzina

Favazzina

10 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing
Lazzaro

Lazzaro

12 beaches
Kite or windsurfing • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Pellaro

Pellaro

15 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Shore shape - several bays
Campicelli I

Campicelli I

12 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Good for Relax
Ceramida

Ceramida

8 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
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Cala Costa Viola
Cala Costa Viola
Cala Costa Viola

Cala Costa Viola

Matiniti I 2.6 km
Good
7.9
Beach resort • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Blue water • Fine pebbles bottom • Small free area
7.2 Amenities index
Riace Marina beach
Riace Marina beach
Riace Marina beach
Good for Relax

Riace Marina beach

Favaco 1.1 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Easy access • Brown fine pebble • Blue water • Deserted • Fine pebbles bottom
1 Amenities index
Monasterace Marina beach
Monasterace Marina beach
Monasterace Marina beach
Good for Relax

Monasterace Marina beach

Monasterace Marina 0.3 km
Good
7.5
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Gray sand • Blue water • Deserted
7.8 Amenities index
Punta Pellaro beach
Punta Pellaro beach
Punta Pellaro beach
Good for Relax

Punta Pellaro beach

Pellaro 1.5 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Blue water • Sand bottom
4.5 Amenities index
Favazzina beach
Favazzina beach
Favazzina beach
Senior friendly

Favazzina beach

Bagnara Calabra 0.3 km
Good
7.4
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Blue water • Deserted
7.8 Amenities index
Spiaggia di Brancaleone
Spiaggia di Brancaleone
Spiaggia di Brancaleone
Senior friendly

Spiaggia di Brancaleone

Brancaleone 0.2 km
Good
7.4
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Blue water • Deserted
7.8 Amenities index
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Popular types of Calabria beaches

Picturesque
Picturesque
Fine pebble
Fine pebble
Rocks
Rocks
Pebble
Pebble
Fine sand
Fine sand
Kids friendly
Kids friendly
Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Long beaches
Long beaches
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 57 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Calabria.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Calabria

Rocella Jónica beach

Rocella Jónica beach
8.4
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Roccella Ionica 0.5 km
Contrada Mortelletto

Contrada Mortelletto
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, San Ferdinando 3 km
Gioiosa Jonica beach

Gioiosa Jonica beach
8.2
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Marina di Gioiosa Ionica 0.7 km
Locri beach

Locri beach
8.2
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Locri 0.4 km
Siderno beach

Siderno beach
8.1
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Siderno 1.1 km
Portigliola's Beach

Portigliola's Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Marina di Sant'Ilario dello Ionio 0.3 km
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Sandy beaches in Calabria

Torre Saracena beach

Torre Saracena beach
8.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Italy, Pietrenere 0.3 km
Spiaggia Tonnara

Spiaggia Tonnara
8.4
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Italy, Tonnara di Palmi 0.3 km
Spiaggia Di Scilla

Spiaggia Di Scilla
8
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Italy, Scilla 0.9 km
Campomarzio beach

Campomarzio beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Campomarzio 1.1 km
Spiaggia Di Catona

Spiaggia Di Catona
7.8
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Italy, Villa San Giovanni 4.1 km
Porto di Roccella Jonica

Porto di Roccella Jonica
7.7
Free entrance, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom, Short walking distance
Italy, Canne 0.6 km
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The best beaches in small bays in Calabria

Spiaggia Bocale I

Spiaggia Bocale I
6.7
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Fine pebbles bottom
Italy, Campicelli I 1.1 km
Riaci Capo beach

Riaci Capo beach
6.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Blue water
Italy, Riaci Capo 0.1 km
Costa di Pentimele

Costa di Pentimele
5.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Italy, Archi 1 km
Marina di Porto Bolaro

Marina di Porto Bolaro
5.8
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Blue water, Pebbles bottom
Italy, Pellaro 2.3 km
Spiaggia di via Lungomare

Spiaggia di via Lungomare
5.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Italy, Villa San Giovanni 1.1 km
Lungomare di Pellaro

Lungomare di Pellaro
4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Blue water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
Italy, Pellaro 1.9 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Calabria

Torre Ellera beach

Torre Ellera beach
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Caldarella 1.5 km
Due Pini

Due Pini
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Lido di Palmi 0.3 km
Ultima Spiaggia

Ultima Spiaggia
7.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Italy, Palizzi Marina 0.9 km
Capo Spartivento Village

Capo Spartivento Village
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Galati 0.2 km
La Sorgente beach

La Sorgente beach
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Blue water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
Italy, Reggio Calabria 3.1 km
Porticello beach

Porticello beach
6.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Cannitello 1.5 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Calabria

Marina di San Lorenzo

Marina di San Lorenzo
7.7
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Marina di San Lorenzo 0.9 km
Spiaggia San Ferdinando

Spiaggia San Ferdinando
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, San Ferdinando 0.6 km
Bovalino Marina beach

Bovalino Marina beach
7.7
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Bovalino 0.7 km
Le dune Bianche

Le dune Bianche
7.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Bianco 0.6 km
Spiaggia Saline Ioniche II

Spiaggia Saline Ioniche II
7.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Saline Joniche 0.5 km
Anna beach

Anna beach
7.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Anna di Melito 0.8 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Calabria, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of gray color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 40.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Calabria is less than 500 meters. 55 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 1 beach are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The beaches in Calabria are used mainly by beach clubs (resorts), usually open to everyone but for a fee. These establishments offer a full range of amenities with limited operational hours. At the same time, you can still find a wild beach, use our filter for this.

Latest reviews on Calabria's beaches

Cala Costa Viola
10 Avery Lockwood

We've been visiting this beach for years and always enjoy it. The water is clean and the beach is made of pebbles with a deep sea right away, making it perfect for snorkeling and swimming without too many people around. The setting is enchanting and the beach is well-maintained thanks to the owner, Luigi. They offer bar service, a restaurant, sun umbrellas, sun beds, showers, and rentals for kayaks and pedal boats. Parking can be a bit difficult, but there are plenty of spaces available for customers. It's best to come early in the morning and stay until sunset, which offers a view of Sicily. Overall, we highly recommend this beach.

Riace Marina beach
6 JASPER KALDIK.

This serene location is situated right on the sandy and rocky beach, with a stunning and inviting sea that is both warm and beautiful. The sunsets are truly breathtaking and provide the perfect backdrop for those seeking a peaceful and calming experience. The campsite is well-equipped with top-notch amenities, including fantastic lighting systems, and offers unlimited electricity and hot water as part of the package. I would definitely choose to stay here again. The Kokus restaurant is a must-visit, offering exceptional and delicious pizza at reasonable prices. The managers are incredibly friendly and welcoming, ensuring a pleasant and enjoyable stay for all.

Monasterace Marina beach
10 Marcelo Rey

The Caribbean Sea is absolutely stunning, with a newly renovated promenade that is both neat and beautiful. Monasterace boasts a splendid marina, offering excellent services, hospitality, and cleanliness.

Punta Pellaro beach
6 Aria Senni

Although this beach deserves a higher rating, it's unfortunate that some individuals have no regard for the environment and litter the parking area with various waste. It would be beneficial to have surveillance cameras installed to catch and fine these irresponsible individuals. Despite this issue, the beach is a stunning location even during the winter months where one can enjoy leisurely strolls while immersed in the vastness of the beach and its awe-inspiring views. On clear days, the sight of Mount Etna and Sicily is truly breathtaking.

Favazzina beach
10 Nico Daringo

The youthful and amiable staff, coupled with the pristine and hygienic setting, make for a highly recommended beach experience. The customer service is also conveniently situated nearby, ensuring a hassle-free visit.

Spiaggia Saline Ioniche
10 Nicolette Stellan

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Please note that lifeguards supervise 38 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 29.2°C and water up to 28.1°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 11.3°C and water to 15.6°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Calabria? In total there are 57 beaches and the most popular is Torre Saracena beach.

Most viewed beaches of Calabria

Spiaggia di Favazzina

Spiaggia di Favazzina
6.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Blue water, Pebbles bottom
Italy, Favazzina 0.1 km
Gallico Marina

Gallico Marina
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Italy, Archi 1.3 km
Reggio Calabria beach

Reggio Calabria beach
7.1
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Italy, Reggio Calabria 1.5 km
Monasterace Marina beach

Monasterace Marina beach
7.5
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue water, Deserted
Italy, Monasterace Marina 0.3 km
Marinella Di Palmi

Marinella Di Palmi
5.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Italy, Marina di Palmi 0 km
Cala Janculla

Cala Janculla
5.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Gray sand & pebble, Blue water
Italy, Ceramida 1.6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Calabria?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Calabria, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 57 beaches in total, of which about 9 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Calabria:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Calabria?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Calabria, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Calabria?

Most of the beaches located in Calabria are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Calabria by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Calabria:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Calabria?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Calabria?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Calabria by occupancy.

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Which beaches in Calabria are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Calabria according to the recommended audience:

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How to view all beaches by amenities details in Calabria?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Calabria?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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