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Barabarca beach is located on the Tyrrhenian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 54th place out of 183 beaches in the Livorno region 89.2 km away from its center, the city of Livorno. It is one of the beaches of Barabarca settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Barabarca beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
29 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lido di Capoliveri, which has a rating of 8.8.
Barabarca beach (Livorno) is located outside the Barabarca 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 coast of the Elba island 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 Barabarca 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Norsi 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Blue pure water
Porto Azzurro 1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Lacona 0.5 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Nisporto 0.1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access
Portoferraio 1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access
Portoferraio 1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Scaglieri 0.4 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Scaglieri 0 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Procchio 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque
Acquaviva 0.3 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine pebble
Cavo 0.3 km
What to do in Barabarca beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Barabarca 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!
When it comes to what to do in Barabarca beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Barabarca beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Barabarca beach 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.
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Barabarca beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
For sunbathing and relaxing, Barabarca beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Barabarca beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Barabarca beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Barabarca beach for swimming is very positive.
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 sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
The beach is located in a natural area. 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:
The bar is located right on the Barabarca beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Barabarca Bar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
There are 1243 places to stay in the Barabarca beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Barabarca beach 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.
There are 4 attractions near Barabarca beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Belvedere located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Barabarca beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°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 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Barabarca beach (Elba 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.
Large free area, Beach resort, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Cavoli 0.1 km
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Rocchette 0.1 km
Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Fetovaia 0.2 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Vada 0.6 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Baratti 0.3 km
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Orbetello Scalo 3.3 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Blue water
Borgo di Porto Ercole 1.6 km
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Carbonifera 2.9 km
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aia di Marino 2.1 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Giglio Porto 0.7 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Zanca-Sant'Andrea 0.2 km
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Portoferraio 1.1 km
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