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Black Sands beach
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Black Sands beach is located on the Tyrrhenian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 13th place out of 105 beaches in the Messina region 58 km away from its center, the city of Messina. It is one of the beaches of Vulcanello settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and black 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Black Sands beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children. 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.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Acque Calde beach, which has a rating of 8.2.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Black Sands beach is located in Messina within Vulcanello, 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 Vulcano 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
"This place has the potential to be stunning, as it's conveniently located near the port and offers free access. The scenery is truly breathtaking. However, it was quite disappointing to find it dirty. In just a 20-meter radius, we managed to gather a whole bag of trash. To make matters worse, there was even plastic floating in the water. It's truly disheartening."
Sara Capella
"The beach is absolutely lovely, with its black sand and warm seawater. It offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere."
Giovanni Caruso
User reviews
"This place has the potential to be stunning, as it's conveniently located near the port and offers free access. The scenery is truly breathtaking. However, it was quite disappointing to find it dirty. In just a 20-meter radius, we managed to gather a whole bag of trash. To make matters worse, there was even plastic floating in the water. It's truly disheartening."
Sara Capella
"The beach is absolutely lovely, with its black sand and warm seawater. It offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere."
Giovanni Caruso
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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- ZIE• 2.3km
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- S.Giorgio• 27.2km
Localities
- Vulcanello• 540m
- Messina• 58km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Black Sands beach?
The coastline of Black Sands beach is covered with unusual black sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Black Sands beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Black Sands beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Black Sands 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.
Black Sands beach 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.
Is the Black Sands beach 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Black Sands beach secluded and good for relaxing?
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.
What are the key audiences of Black Sands beach?
Black Sands 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 Black Sands beach?
The bar is located right on the Black Sands beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Baia Negra is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Black Sands beach?
There are 453 places to stay in the Black Sands beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Black Sands beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Black Sands beach from parking?
The Black Sands 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 Black Sands beach?
There are 4 attractions near Black Sands beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Spiaggia delle sabbie nere located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Black Sands beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Black Sands beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Black Sands beach (Messina) 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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