Punta Nera, Mediterranean beach in Carloforte, Italy
Punta Nera is a beach on the southeast coast of San Pietro island, stretching with fine light sand and framed by natural rock cliffs. These cliffs form a natural breakwater that shapes the cove.
Archaeological excavations in a nearby cave revealed artifacts from human settlements reaching back to around 3000 BCE. These findings show the region was inhabited in prehistoric times.
The beach keeps its natural character without shops or tourist facilities, showing how local island communities live along the coast. Visitors experience the simple, everyday rhythm of a place where traditional practices remain part of daily life.
Access to the cove is straightforward with parking available near the beach. Even during summer months it remains moderately busy, making for a relaxed visit.
A natural stone barrier divides the cove into two distinct sections, each offering different experiences depending on the tides. This formation has developed over centuries through wave action.
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