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Spiaggia Fondachello
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About
Spiaggia Fondachello is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 5th place out of 12 beaches in the Catania region 30.6 km away from its center, the city of Catania. It is one of the beaches of Mascali settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray fine pebble, 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.
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. There are also some surf spots.
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.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Spiaggia di Sant'Anna, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Spiaggia Fondachello is located in Catania within Mascali, 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.
User reviews
"The beach is massive, stretching for kilometers, and it's rarely crowded because of its size. The water is incredibly clean and clear. I highly recommend this stunning destination."
Dazzling Daz
"The beach is lovely with a long stretch of pebbles, and it's not too crowded."
Eli Smith
User reviews
"The beach is massive, stretching for kilometers, and it's rarely crowded because of its size. The water is incredibly clean and clear. I highly recommend this stunning destination."
Dazzling Daz
"The beach is lovely with a long stretch of pebbles, and it's not too crowded."
Eli Smith
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1.7km
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Mascali
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270m from center
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Chianchitta 1.4 km
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Giardini-Naxos 1.1 km
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Mazzaro 0.2 km
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Spisone 0.4 km
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Mazzeo 0.3 km
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Letojanni 1.3 km
What to do in Spiaggia Fondachello? 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 Spiaggia Fondachello 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!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Ristorante Mare dell...• 2 min walk
- Bar l'orizzonte• 3 min walk
- Spina• 3 min walk
- Trattoria-pizzeria B...• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Marina di Cottone• 3.5km
- Castello degli schia...• 3.7km
Transport
- TFC• 11.8km
- Ospedale San Marco• 34.8km
- Mascali• 29 min walk
Localities
- Mascali• 1.6km
- Catania• 30.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Spiaggia Fondachello?
The Spiaggia Fondachello is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Spiaggia Fondachello?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Spiaggia Fondachello has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Spiaggia Fondachello is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Spiaggia Fondachello 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.
Spiaggia Fondachello 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 Spiaggia Fondachello 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 small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Spiaggia Fondachello 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 Spiaggia Fondachello?
Spiaggia Fondachello can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Spiaggia Fondachello?
The bar is located right on the Spiaggia Fondachello.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Ristorante Mare dell'Etna F.lli Spina is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Spiaggia Fondachello?
There are 2060 places to stay in the Spiaggia Fondachello area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Spiaggia Fondachello include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Spiaggia Fondachello from parking?
The Spiaggia Fondachello 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 Spiaggia Fondachello?
There are 2 attractions near Spiaggia Fondachello that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Marina di Cottone located in 3.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Spiaggia Fondachello?
The month with the highest temperature in Spiaggia Fondachello 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 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Spiaggia Fondachello (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.
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