Baia dei Saraceni, Mediterranean bay in Varigotti, Italy
The curved shoreline extends between limestone cliffs and features golden sand meeting turquoise Mediterranean waters along the Ligurian coast.
The bay received its name from the Saracen pirates who used this natural inlet as a strategic base during their Mediterranean raids in medieval times.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing methods passed down through generations, using small wooden boats to catch anchovies and sea bream.
The beach requires a 10-minute walk down stone steps from the parking area on Via Aurelia, with limited facilities available during summer months.
Between the months of June and September, the position of the setting sun creates a natural light show reflecting off the crystalline waters.
Location: Finale Ligure
GPS coordinates: 44.18416,8.40739
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:21
Italy's coastline features beaches with clear Mediterranean waters, from small coves to long sandy shores. Each location offers specific characteristics: sand or pebbles, natural rock formations, marine caves, and different water depths. These beaches span multiple regions, from Liguria to Sicily, representing Mediterranean coastal landscapes. Some require boat access or hiking trails, while others provide complete beach services.
San Paragorio
2.2 km
Co-cathedral
2.4 km
San Lorenzo old church
166 m
Sant'Anna
2.4 km
San Michele Arcangelo
2.2 km
Santa Giulia e Santa Margherita
1.9 km
San Lazzaro
1.8 km
Santa Maria del Rio
2.5 km
Spiaggia dei Pescatori
2.4 km
Torre Pagliano
2.3 km
Torre Ganduglia
2.4 km
Torre Toso
2.4 km
Torre di Papone
2.6 km
Torre delle Streghe
990 m
Torre dei Quattro Canti
2.4 km
Teatro Luigi Defferrari
2.4 km
Torre Saracena
249 m
Torre del Comune
2.5 km
Castrum of Varigotti
269 m
Casa Pagliano
2.3 km
Palazzo del Comune
2.5 km
Antro dei Falsari
1.6 km
Malpasso beach
518 m
Casa Garzoglio
2.5 km
Casa Vivaldo
2.5 km
Casa Repetto
2.4 km
Eremo del Capitano d'Albertis
1.8 km
Ex stazione semaforica di Capo Noli
1.4 kmReviews
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