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About Giglio Island

Fine sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Giglio Island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

General information

The beaches of Giglio Island are mostly small and located in cozy bays. Some places have hard-to-reach bays of a bizarre shape, provoking active travelers to explore them. An important clarification - most beaches do not have natural shade, as the vegetation is either too small or completely absent, so do not forget your sun umbrella and protective products.

One of the interesting features of Giglio Island is that most of its beaches are located away from the city's bustle, and many offer unforgettable views and magnificent seascapes. Maybe this This may not be the main factor determining the choice, but you must agree that getting a tan against an amazing landscape is much more pleasant!

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Giglio Island Best beaches

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Arenella Beach

Arenella 0.1 km

8.8
Beach resort • Exceptional beauty • Picturesque • Easy access • Small free area • Crowded in season
6.8 Amenities index

Cannelle Beach

Giglio Porto 0.7 km

8.7
Large free area • Beach resort • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index

Caldane Beach

Giglio Porto 1.5 km

8.7
Beach resort • Picturesque • Bright fine sand • Small free area • Difficult access • Crowded in season
5.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Campese beach

Giglio Campese 0.1 km

8.1
Beach resort • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Small free area • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index

Cala del Lazzaretto

Giglio Porto 0.5 km

6.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Cala gypsum

Giglio Campese 1 km

5.9
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Light pebble • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • No parking
0 Amenities index

Popular types of Giglio Island beaches

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 7 beaches in the island.

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

Attraction and Infrastructure

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

  • The island's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is fine sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 7.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 4 beaches in Giglio Island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Giglio Island is less than 500 meters. 4 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 2 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 Giglio Island 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.

Some beaches in Giglio Island attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all kayakers, sup boarders, snorkeling lovers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Giglio Island is the perfect place for you. More than 3 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 3 beaches in Giglio Island are popular with snorkelers. According to our users, the best locations are: Cannelle Beach, Caldane Beach, Cala del Corvo.
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 4 beaches in Giglio Island can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Cannelle Beach, Caldane Beach.

Latest reviews on Giglio Island's beaches

Please note that lifeguards supervise 4 beaches in the island, 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 island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 29.9°C and water up to 26.2°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 11.1°C and water to 15.1°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Giglio Island? In total there are 7 beaches and the most popular is Arenella Beach.

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