Briga Marina

Contrada Runci

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Contrada Runci?

The bar is located right on the Contrada Runci.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar Meeting is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Contrada Runci?

There are 108 places to stay in the Contrada Runci area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Contrada Runci include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=294139&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Residence Al.Pa.</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1638041&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">B&B Casa di Orione</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1005581&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">B&B Villa Dante - Policlinico</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3102967&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">One bedroom appartement with terrace and wifi at Reggio Calabria 2 km away from the beach</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3102964&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">One bedroom appartement with wifi at Reggio Calabria 2 km away from the beach</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3102966&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">2 bedrooms appartement at Reggio Calabria 2 km away from the beach</a></li></ul>

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Contrada Runci is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 94th place out of 105 beaches in the Messina region 12.9 km away from its center, the city of Messina. It is one of the beaches of Santa Margherita Marina settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear 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.

Contrada Runci coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

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 Mili Marina beach II, which has a rating of 6.8.

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+18 ^oC +14 ^oC

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+17 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Santa Margherita Marina, Sicily, Messina

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Beach overall scores

Water

Good

7.4/10

Cover

Very poor

2.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Good

6.7/10

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Contrada Runci is located in Messina within Santa Margherita Marina, 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 Sicily 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.

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"The sea is absolutely amazing, offering a breathtaking view all the way from Sicily to Calabria."

Patricia Palmer

"The beach is very well-maintained and has plenty of space. The services provided are excellent, and we had a great dining experience. If you ever visit Messina, I highly recommend checking it out!"

Gillian

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"The sea is absolutely amazing, offering a breathtaking view all the way from Sicily to Calabria."

Patricia Palmer

"The beach is very well-maintained and has plenty of space. The services provided are excellent, and we had a great dining experience. If you ever visit Messina, I highly recommend checking it out!"

Gillian

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10.1km from the beach

9.1

Excellent

B&B Casa di Orione

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Messina

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9.9km from center

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10.4km from the beach

7.4

Good

B&B Villa Dante - Policlinico

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Messina

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10.2km from center

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11.7km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

B&B Crystal

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Messina

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11.6km from center

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12.2km from the beach

One bedroom appartement with terrace and wifi at Reggio Calabria 2 km away from the beach

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Reggio Calabria

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12.4km from center

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12.2km from the beach

One bedroom appartement with wifi at Reggio Calabria 2 km away from the beach

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Reggio Calabria

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12.4km from center

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12.4km from the beach

5.4

Tolerable

B&B RC DOMVS

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Reggio Calabria

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12.5km from center

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12.5km from the beach

2 bedrooms appartement at Reggio Calabria 2 km away from the beach

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Reggio Calabria

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12.6km from center

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12.7km from the beach

8.2

Very good

DUOMO156 LifeStyle

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Messina

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12.6km from center

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12.9km from the beach

8.2

Very good

Hotel Residence Al.Pa.

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Reggio Calabria

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13km from center

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13km from the beach

Very good

Sant'Adriana

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Reggio Calabria

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13.1km from center

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13km from the beach

8.3

Very good

Al Teatro

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Reggio Calabria

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13.1km from center

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13.2km from the beach

8.9

Excellent

Il Giardino d'Ulisse

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Reggio Calabria

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13.4km from center

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

Fondaco Parrino, Italy

Letojanni Beach

Spiaggia di Letojanni

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water

Fondaco Parrino 3.9 km

Milazzo, Italy

Ponente beach

8.6

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Milazzo 2.4 km

Mazzaro, Italy

Mazzaro beach

8.6

Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine pebble

Mazzaro 0.2 km

Villa San Giovanni, Italy

Spiaggia Di Catona

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom

Villa San Giovanni 4.1 km

Marotta, Italy

Contrada Porticatello

7.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water

Marotta 2.3 km

Rometta Marea, Italy

Rometta Marea beach

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Rometta Marea 1.2 km

Venetico, Italy

Venetico Marina beach

7.6

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

Venetico 0.4 km

Ficarazzi, Italy

Contrada Fortino

7.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water

Ficarazzi 0.6 km

Scorsonello, Italy

Lido Riviera

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

Scorsonello 0.8 km

Rodia, Italy

Messina Marmora

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Rodia 0.3 km

Santa Margherita, Italy

Sant'Alessio Siculo

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

Santa Margherita 0.8 km

Mortelle, Italy

Capo Peloro beach

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Mortelle 3.4 km

What to do in Contrada Runci? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Contrada Runci is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Contrada Runci welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Transport Localities

Restaurants

Bar Meeting• 4 min walk
Pizz'up 3 Santa Marg...• 7 min walk
Ristorante La Vela• 14 min walk
Enoteca Provinciale...• 19 min walk

Transport

REG• 13.4km
Cavallotti Bus Stati...• 12.4km
San Paolo• 25 min walk

Localities

Santa Margherita Mar...• 300m
Messina• 12.9km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Contrada Runci?

Contrada Runci has a gray 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.

What are the key activities at Contrada Runci?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Contrada Runci has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Contrada Runci is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Contrada Runci good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Contrada Runci does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Contrada Runci 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Contrada Runci 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.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Contrada Runci?

The bar is located right on the Contrada Runci.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar Meeting is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Contrada Runci?

There are 108 places to stay in the Contrada Runci area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Contrada Runci include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Contrada Runci from parking?

The Contrada Runci 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Contrada Runci?

The month with the highest temperature in Contrada Runci is August. Its average value reaches 29°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?

Contrada Runci (Sicily 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.