Mezzavalle, Beach in Riviera del Conero, Italy
Mezzavalle is a beach along the Adriatic near Portonovo with fine gravel shores and clear waters beneath white limestone cliffs. It stretches along a protected coastal section shaped by the Conero mountain range.
The beach sits within Conero National Park, established in 1987 to protect the natural coastal landscape of the Marche region. This protected status has shaped its development since then.
Local people come here for traditional summer gatherings, viewing it as a refuge from crowded tourist spots. This habit has shaped the beach's quiet character and kept it distinct from nearby commercial areas.
Access requires about a 15-minute descent using two possible routes: a longer, gentler path or a shorter, steeper trail, both starting from the parking area. The terrain difficulty varies depending on which route you choose.
The beach intentionally has no facilities, allowing visitors to experience the coastline in its natural state. This preserves the feeling of an untamed Mediterranean shore, even though it sits within a mountain park.
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