St. Peter's Pool, Natural swimming pool near Marsaxlokk, Malta
A natural swimming basin carved by the sea into circular limestone formations, accessible via rough stone steps cut into the cliff face, with flat rock platforms surrounding the turquoise water providing space for sunbathing and entry points.
Centuries of wave action against Malta's southeastern coast gradually shaped this sheltered basin in the limestone bedrock, which served as a refuge for fishermen from Marsaxlokk before becoming a popular swimming destination in the mid-20th century.
Generations of local swimmers and divers have used the limestone formation as an informal gathering point, with younger visitors learning safe jumping techniques from experienced divers who know each ledge and water depth.
A 35-minute walk from Marsaxlokk follows an exposed coastal path with no shade, or water taxis depart from the fishing village harbor; expect crowds on weekends and summer days, making early morning visits more comfortable.
Water depth varies significantly depending on the jumping platform, with some areas shallower than 10 feet (3 meters) while other sections reach depths beyond 25 feet (8 meters), which local jumpers know precisely before leaping from specific rock ledges.
Location: Marsaxlokk
GPS coordinates: 35.83290,14.56250
Latest update: December 1, 2025 13:59
Malta combines thousands of years of history with varied coastal landscapes across a compact island area of 122 square miles (316 square kilometers). The capital Valletta contains major structures including the Co-Cathedral of St. John with its Caravaggio paintings, the National Museum of Archaeology, and the 18th-century Manoel Theatre. The city displays baroque architecture and military installations from the Knights of Malta period. The Neolithic temple complexes rank among the world's oldest freestanding stone structures. Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra near Qrendi date from around 3600 to 3200 BC, while the Ġgantija temples on Gozo are even older. The Ħal-Saflieni Hypogeum in Paola is an underground necropolis with multiple chambers. The Tarxien temples show decorated stone blocks and reliefs. The coastline offers different formations: the Dingli Cliffs reach 830 feet (253 meters) in height, while the Blue Grotto near Qrendi features sea caves with turquoise water. The Blue Lagoon on Comino has shallow, clear water. Golden Bay near Mellieħa is a sandy beach. Fort Rinella in Kalkara preserves an 1884 Armstrong gun. The medieval town of Mdina and the Citadel in Victoria on Gozo display fortress architecture from different periods.
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