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Spiaggia del Sonnino
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About
Spiaggia del Sonnino is located on the Ligurian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 125th place out of 183 beaches in the Livorno region 10.7 km away from its center, the city of Livorno. It is one of the beaches of Quercianella settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a tiny bay with blue water and black sand & pebble cover, 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.
Spiaggia del Sonnino coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
13 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cala del Leone, which has a rating of 8.2.
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+17
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+15
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Spiaggia del Sonnino (Livorno) region (French Riviera sub-region) is located outside the Quercianella 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 sunny coast 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 Spiaggia del Sonnino 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 has black sand and pebbles, which gives it a unique and interesting texture. It's a great spot for a peaceful and relaxing day by the water. The scenery is breathtaking and the water is clear and refreshing. Highly recommend a visit to this beautiful beach."
Rico Campagna
"This beach is amazing with pebbles, and it's easily accessible without being overcrowded."
Crispin Hayes
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"The beach has black sand and pebbles, which gives it a unique and interesting texture. It's a great spot for a peaceful and relaxing day by the water. The scenery is breathtaking and the water is clear and refreshing. Highly recommend a visit to this beautiful beach."
Rico Campagna
"This beach is amazing with pebbles, and it's easily accessible without being overcrowded."
Crispin Hayes
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It is difficult to think of any entertainment and activities when you are on the beach. To swim, to sunbathe, to drink a couple of cocktails, again to swim and again to sunbathe, the variety usually is very limited. But on Spiaggia del Sonnino you can test yourself in such an activity as water jumping. It's fun and it's scary, the rest you have to experience on your own.
In most cases, the question What to do on Spiaggia del Sonnino 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
- Osteria di mare il R...• 3 min walk
- LENTISCO• 4 min walk
- La Spiaggetta - di M...• 8 min walk
- Trattoria Il Calesse• 9 min walk
Attractions
- Castello Sonnino Son...• 4 min walk
- Cristo degli abissi...• 4 min walk
- Punto panoramico• 5 min walk
- Spiaggia NATURISTA C...• 10 min walk
Transport
- PSA• 24.9km
- V. Vaiolo, V. Aureli...• 2.4km
- Quercianella• 18 min walk
Localities
- Quercianella• 840m
- Livorno• 10.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Spiaggia del Sonnino?
Spiaggia del Sonnino has a golden sand and pebble cover. Unfortunately it's not very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Spiaggia del Sonnino?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Spiaggia del Sonnino, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Spiaggia del Sonnino 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.
Spiaggia del Sonnino is fully protected from waves.
Is the Spiaggia del Sonnino good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Spiaggia del Sonnino secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Spiaggia del Sonnino?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Spiaggia del Sonnino.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Osteria di mare il Rogiolo is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Spiaggia del Sonnino?
There are 471 places to stay in the Spiaggia del Sonnino area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Spiaggia del Sonnino include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Spiaggia del Sonnino from parking?
The Spiaggia del Sonnino has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Spiaggia del Sonnino?
There are 4 attractions near Spiaggia del Sonnino that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Castello Sonnino Soniero located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Spiaggia del Sonnino?
The month with the highest temperature in Spiaggia del Sonnino is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°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?
Spiaggia del Sonnino (Livorno) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Spiaggia del Sonnino (Livorno) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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