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Santo Stefano al Mare
St Stefano al Mare beach
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About
St Stefano al Mare beach is located on the Ligurian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 11th place out of 58 beaches in the Imperia region 12 km away from its center, the city of Imperia. It is one of the beaches of Santo Stefano al Mare settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small several bays coastline with blue water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors 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. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Baia Azzurra, which has a rating of 8.5.
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St Stefano al Mare beach is located in Imperia region (French Riviera sub-region) within Santo Stefano al Mare, 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 sunny coast, 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
"This beach is a simple yet charming spot with no entrance fees. It offers a stretch of sandy shore where visitors can lay out a towel and set up an umbrella for shade. The water is free for swimming, although its cleanliness can vary depending on the whims of the sea. While there are certainly more picturesque beaches out there, as well as some less attractive ones, I have a..."
Marco Montello
"The beach at Santo Stefano al Mare is a true gem with affordable prices that are quite rare in Liguria. The beach is well-equipped and offers the possibility of covered parking for a fee. The staff at the bars on both beaches are exceptional, providing excellent service with a smile. Overall, this beach is highly recommended for anyone seeking a beautiful and enjoyable beach..."
Larissa Montalvo
User reviews
"This beach is a simple yet charming spot with no entrance fees. It offers a stretch of sandy shore where visitors can lay out a towel and set up an umbrella for shade. The water is free for swimming, although its cleanliness can vary depending on the whims of the sea. While there are certainly more picturesque beaches out there, as well as some less attractive ones, I have a..."
Marco Montello
"The beach at Santo Stefano al Mare is a true gem with affordable prices that are quite rare in Liguria. The beach is well-equipped and offers the possibility of covered parking for a fee. The staff at the bars on both beaches are exceptional, providing excellent service with a smile. Overall, this beach is highly recommended for anyone seeking a beautiful and enjoyable beach..."
Larissa Montalvo
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Santo Stefano al Mare
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250m from center
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480m
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Santo Stefano al Mare
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450m from center
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600m
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Santo Stefano al Mare
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560m from center
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1.3km
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Santo Stefano al Mare
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1.3km from center
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1.3km
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Santo Stefano al Mare
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1.3km from center
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1.3km
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Santo Stefano al Mare
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1.3km from center
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1.5km
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1.5km from center
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1.7km from center
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2km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Santo Stefano al Mare 0.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Black sand & pebble, Blue water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
Aregai 0.6 km
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San Lorenzo al Mare 0.3 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
San Lorenzo al Mare 0.7 km
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Poggio di Sanremo 1 km
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Piani 1.5 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Imperia 1.6 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water
Andora 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Menton 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Monaco 2 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Riva Ligure 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Blue water, Deserted
Aregai 0.3 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Focaccia Bar Sole Lu...• 2 min walk
- Tennis Bar La Palma• 2 min walk
- Ristorante Il Vascel...• 3 min walk
- Bar Pizzeria " Da Ni...• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Panchina rossa gigan...• 13 min walk
- Spiaggia• 17 min walk
- Festa di Halloween• 24 min walk
- Rotonda delle Olive• 3.1km
Transport
- ALL• 30.2km
- Santo Stefano · via...• 4 min walk
- Taggia Arma• 3.9km
Localities
- Santo Stefano al Mar...• 110m
- Imperia• 12km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the St Stefano al Mare beach?
The coastline of St Stefano al Mare beach is covered with brown sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at St Stefano al Mare beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, St Stefano al Mare beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the St Stefano al Mare beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
St Stefano al Mare beach is fully protected from waves.
Is the St Stefano al Mare beach good for families?
Yes, the St Stefano al Mare beach is good place for families with children. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the St Stefano al Mare 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 St Stefano al Mare beach?
St Stefano al Mare beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of St Stefano al Mare beach?
The bar is located right on the St Stefano al Mare beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Focaccia Bar Sole Luna is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the St Stefano al Mare beach?
There are 1700 places to stay in the St Stefano al Mare beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the St Stefano al Mare beach from parking?
The St Stefano al Mare beach 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 St Stefano al Mare beach?
There are 4 attractions near St Stefano al Mare beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Panchina rossa gigante Riva Ligure located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit St Stefano al Mare beach?
The month with the highest temperature in St Stefano al Mare beach is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
St Stefano al Mare beach (Imperia) 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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