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Villaggio Carrao beach
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Villaggio Carrao beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 2th place out of 23 beaches in the Catanzaro region 18.5 km away from its center, the city of Catanzaro. It is one of the beaches of Cropani Marina settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting coastline with blue water and bright 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, seniors, partygoers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
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, sup-surfing.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Simeri Mare - Sena II, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Villaggio Carrao beach (Catanzaro) is located outside the Cropani Marina 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 Villaggio Carrao beach 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.
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What to do in Villaggio Carrao beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Villaggio Carrao 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
- Blau Beach• 2 min walk
- Levato Beach• 3 min walk
- Bar Risto Pizza, Vil...• 3 min walk
- Quintino Ristobar• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Officina clandestina• 13 min walk
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- Cropani Marina• 520m
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Villaggio Carrao beach?
The coastline of Villaggio Carrao beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Villaggio Carrao beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Villaggio Carrao beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Villaggio Carrao beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Villaggio Carrao beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the Villaggio Carrao beach are usually strong.
Is the Villaggio Carrao beach 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Villaggio Carrao beach 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.
What are the key audiences of Villaggio Carrao beach?
Villaggio Carrao beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Villaggio Carrao beach?
The bar is located right on the Villaggio Carrao beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Blau Beach is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Villaggio Carrao beach?
There are 38 places to stay in the Villaggio Carrao beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Villaggio Carrao beach include:
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How far is the Villaggio Carrao beach from parking?
The Villaggio Carrao 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 Villaggio Carrao beach?
There are 2 attractions near Villaggio Carrao beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Officina clandestina located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Villaggio Carrao beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Villaggio Carrao beach is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°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?
Villaggio Carrao beach (Catanzaro) 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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