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Purraja beach
Purraja beach
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About
Purraja beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 2th place out of 244 beaches in the South Corsica region 30.9 km away from its center, the city of Ajaccio. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of Propriano Prupia settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Purraja beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
14 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage du Lido, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Purraja beach is located in South Corsica within Propriano Prupia, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Corsica island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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What to do in Purraja beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Purraja beach 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!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Le Lido• 4 min walk
- Le Corsaire• 4 min walk
- L'Oasis• 5 min walk
- Cocodile• 8 min walk
Attractions
- Cruise Pirs Proprian...• 11 min walk
- Centre Ville de Prop...• 13 min walk
- Eglise Notre Dame de...• 14 min walk
- Gyro Loisir• 18 min walk
Transport
- PRP• 18 min walk
- Porto Pozzo• 61.8km
- Campo Dell' Oro• 29.4km
Localities
- Propriano Prupia• 1km
- Ajaccio• 30.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Purraja beach?
The Purraja beach 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.
What are the key activities at Purraja beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Purraja beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Purraja beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Purraja beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Purraja beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Purraja beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Purraja beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Purraja beach?
Purraja beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Purraja beach?
The bar is located right on the Purraja beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Le Lido is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Purraja beach?
There are 322 places to stay in the Purraja beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Purraja beach from parking?
The Purraja beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Purraja beach?
There are 4 attractions near Purraja beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cruise Pirs Propriano located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Purraja beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Purraja beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 10°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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