Places
Beach·Easy·Family·Popular
Le Castella
Calabria
This beach sits within Italy's largest marine protected area, the Riserva Marina di Capo Rizzuto, with an Aragonese castle standing on a rocky islet connected to shore by a narrow causeway. Posidonia seagrass meadows just offshore support a rich variety of fish, making it popular with snorkellers as well as sunbathers. The shallow, clear water and gentle slope make it especially suitable for families with children.
Duration
2.5 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+10 m
Best season
May – September
Highlights
- Aragonese castle on a causeway islet
- Italy's largest marine protected area
- Shallow, family-friendly water
With your dog
Sandy beach beside a marine reserve; dogs on leash near protected zones.
