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About
Plage de Cala Rossa II is located on the Tyrrhenian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 88th place out of 255 beaches in the South Corsica region 60 km away from its center, the city of Ajaccio. It is one of the beaches of Punta di Benedettu settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.
It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, partygoers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Despite the fact that a significant part of the beach is occupied by resorts, there is still a fairly large area with free access. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
15 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage de Pinarellu III, which has a rating of 8.3.
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Key features
Plage de Cala Rossa II (South Corsica) is located outside the Punta di Benedettu settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Corsica island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Plage de Cala Rossa II with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is quite spacious and has a pleasant expanse of fine sand. There is a single restaurant available. During my visit, there was ample room for everyone. The water is crystal clear, but it does become deep rather swiftly, making it less suitable for young children."
Samuel Andersson
"The water here is darker compared to other nearby beaches like Plage de Saint Cyprien, and it quickly gets deep, so it's not shallow. However, it's still nice and there is enough space for your towel. Parking is available on the street for free. We visited on Monday, July 10th, and there was plenty of room. There are some rocks that you can climb to take a picture of the bea..."
Selena Jay
User reviews
"The beach is quite spacious and has a pleasant expanse of fine sand. There is a single restaurant available. During my visit, there was ample room for everyone. The water is crystal clear, but it does become deep rather swiftly, making it less suitable for young children."
Samuel Andersson
"The water here is darker compared to other nearby beaches like Plage de Saint Cyprien, and it quickly gets deep, so it's not shallow. However, it's still nice and there is enough space for your towel. Parking is available on the street for free. We visited on Monday, July 10th, and there was plenty of room. There are some rocks that you can climb to take a picture of the bea..."
Selena Jay
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What to do in Plage de Cala Rossa II? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Plage de Cala Rossa II can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Plage de Cala Rossa II welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Plage de Cala Rossa II. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Plage de Cala Rossa II implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant 37.2• 2 min walk
- Grand Hôtel Cala Ros...• 9 min walk
- L’Imprevu Bar Brasse...• 15 min walk
- La Tour Viennoise• 15 min walk
Attractions
- Plage de Tramulimacc...• 6 min walk
- Plage de Saint Cypri...• 23 min walk
- Point de vue - Affac...• 28 min walk
- Plage de Saint Cypri...• 2.6km
Transport
- FSC• 23.5km
- Porto Pozzo• 47.5km
- Campo Dell' Oro• 56.2km
Localities
- Punta di Benedettu• 1.2km
- Ajaccio• 60km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de Cala Rossa II?
The Plage de Cala Rossa II is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Plage de Cala Rossa II?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Plage de Cala Rossa II has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Plage de Cala Rossa II is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Plage de Cala Rossa II good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage de Cala Rossa II is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Plage de Cala Rossa II for swimming is very positive.
Is the Plage de Cala Rossa II good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Plage de Cala Rossa II secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de Cala Rossa II?
The bar is located right on the Plage de Cala Rossa II.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant 37.2 is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de Cala Rossa II?
There are 911 places to stay in the Plage de Cala Rossa II area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de Cala Rossa II include:
- Isulella Hotel & Restaurant
- L'Hacienda Piscine chauffee a 28, spa, boulodrome et court de Tennis prives, 2 villas independantes
- Appartement 2 pieces Pied dans l'eau
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage de Cala Rossa II from parking?
The Plage de Cala Rossa II has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Plage de Cala Rossa II?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de Cala Rossa II that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage de Tramulimacchia located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de Cala Rossa II?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de Cala Rossa II is August. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage de Cala Rossa II (Corsica island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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