About Calabria

At first glance, the diversity of the beaches of the Calabria does not have a prominent distinctive feature. There is no clear predominance of mountain landscapes or crystal sea, on the contrary, everything seems balanced. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the flow of tourists continues to grow from year to year.

Calabria Best beaches

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Good for Relax
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Blue pure water • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Senior friendly
Very good
8.6
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Very good
8.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Blue pure water • Fine pebbles bottom
1 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Papagayo beach

Marina di Sibari 1.1 km
Very good
8.5
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue water • Deserted
6.7 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Salicetti beach

Salice 1.2 km
Very good
8.5
Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue water • Deserted
7.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 248 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Calabria.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Calabria, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of gray color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 169.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Calabria is less than 500 meters. 237 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 10 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The beaches in Calabria are used mainly by beach clubs (resorts), usually open to everyone but for a fee. These establishments offer a full range of amenities with limited operational hours. At the same time, you can still find a wild beach, use our filter for this.

Latest reviews on Calabria's beaches

Alfieri beach
10 Lily McDowell

We had a great experience camping near the beach. The camping facilities were excellent and the staff/owners were very friendly and helpful. There was also a convenient mini market and cafe available.

Torre Ruffa beach
10 Manny V

We had a wonderful stay in August. The beach was absolutely stunning, with crystal clear water and no annoying large stones or rocks like other beaches in the area. The hotel staff was excellent, very kind, friendly, and accommodating. From the reception staff to the restaurant waiters, they were always ready to fulfill customer requests. The cuisine was also top-notch, with delicious regional dishes and fresh fish served daily. The animation team was not overly intrusive and the young staff members were full of energy. The only downside, which is not specific to the hotel but rather the entire stretch of coast, is the lack of a traditional seafront promenade due to the slightly overhanging nature of the area. Other than that, everything was excellent.

Ciro' Marina beach
4 Kellan Hartman

We noticed the seafood spaghetti at the table next to us and decided to order it as well. However, we were disappointed to see that our meal seemed to be just one portion split into two. There were only two mussels and one shrimp, and the amount of spaghetti was not enough. After spending 32 euros on two spaghetti dishes and two drinks, we were still hungry.

Fossa-Solfara Mare II
10 Liana Marquez

This Lido is perfect for those seeking a peaceful and rejuvenating vacation.

Zambrone beach
10 Lorenzo Romano (retroman71)

This beach is simply amazing! The sea is reminiscent of the Caribbean, and although it may not seem like it from the shore, renting a pedal boat from Lido Azzurra will take you to paradise. The structure is well-maintained, affordable, and the lifeguards are incredibly friendly. After overcoming the submerged rocks just a few meters from the shore, you'll find yourself surrounded by a vast expanse of crystal-clear blue water with a depth of approximately 6-7 meters and white sand that seems to stretch on forever. Diving here is like being transported to another world!

Grotticelle Beach
10 Nicolae Radulescu

This beach is definitely a must-visit! For a mere 3 euros, you can take a short hike of 10-15 minutes to reach the grotto. Although the journey may require some effort, the breathtaking view from the top is definitely worth it. Although the local authorities have become stricter recently, prohibiting the use of fins, swimming under the arch, and bringing towels, don't let that stop you from experiencing the beauty of this place. If you take the left path, you can even discover a mini arch without any interruptions. So, don't let anyone bring you down and make sure to visit this amazing spot!

Please note that lifeguards supervise 164 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 31.2°C and water up to 28.4°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 11.3°C and water to 15.6°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Calabria? In total there are 248 beaches and the most popular is Caminia Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Calabria?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Calabria, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 248 beaches in total, of which about 67 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Calabria:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Calabria?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Calabria, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Calabria?

Most of the beaches located in Calabria are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Calabria by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Calabria:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Calabria?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Calabria?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Calabria by occupancy.

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Which beaches in Calabria are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Calabria?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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