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Plage Capinca
Capinca Beach
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Plage Capinca is located on the Ligurian Sea and it is in the 20th place out of 92 beaches in the Haute-Corse region 7.2 km away from its center, the city of Bastia. It is one of the beaches of Lavasina settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a short straight coastline with crystal blue water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Plage Capinca coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, showers, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Miomo beach, which has a rating of 7.9.
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Beach overall scores
Plage Capinca is located in Haute-Corse within Lavasina, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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.
User reviews
"Cool restaurant in a beautiful beach. Casual and perfect for lunch with good food and friendly staff!"
Charlotte W
"Beautiful little place, without a crowd. The calamari was rubber, but the wine washed it down. I'd go back!"
Geoff Sutcliffe
User reviews
"Cool restaurant in a beautiful beach. Casual and perfect for lunch with good food and friendly staff!"
Charlotte W
"Beautiful little place, without a crowd. The calamari was rubber, but the wine washed it down. I'd go back!"
Geoff Sutcliffe
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)
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Nonza 0.8 km
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Saint-Florent 9.4 km
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Losari 4.8 km
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Saint-Florent 6.3 km
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Macinaggio 3.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Lavasina 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Miomo 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Bastia 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Sparagaggio 1.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Albo 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Albo 0.2 km
What to do in Plage Capinca? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Plage Capinca 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
- Pizzeria Napoli• 3 min walk
- Restaurant La Pause...• 11 min walk
- Paillote l'Arega Lav...• 11 min walk
- Bar Restaurant Les R...• 12 min walk
Attractions
- Église de Lavasina• 11 min walk
- Jetée d'Erbalunga• 17 min walk
- Fontaine• 18 min walk
- Fontaine Morrazani P...• 19 min walk
Transport
- BIA• 23.9km
- Chiessi• 52.7km
- Bastia• 7.1km
Localities
- Lavasina• 830m
- Bastia• 7.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage Capinca?
The beachline of Plage Capinca is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.
What are the key activities at Plage Capinca?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Plage Capinca has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Plage Capinca is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Plage Capinca good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage Capinca 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. So the overall recommendation of the Plage Capinca for swimming is positive.
Is the Plage Capinca 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Plage Capinca secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Plage Capinca is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage Capinca?
The bar is located right on the Plage Capinca.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pizzeria Napoli is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage Capinca?
There are 406 places to stay in the Plage Capinca area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage Capinca include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage Capinca from parking?
The Plage Capinca 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 Capinca?
There are 4 attractions near Plage Capinca that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Église de Lavasina located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage Capinca?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage Capinca 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 11°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage Capinca (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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