Capo Vaticano beach

Capo Vaticano is a popular coastal area in Calabria, Italy. There are three beaches within a walking distance from each other. Praia Focu is a beautiful secluded cove in the rocks to the north. Grotticelle is the famous beach of Calabria attracting a lot of visitors to Capo Vaticano. In fact, it is not better than other beaches nearby, but small and overcrowded. Santa Maria is similar to Grotticelle, but much longer, and is the most comfortable. Shore and seabed: sand, stones. [edit]

Coordinates: 38.616621, 15.835964

Hotels [edit]

Strange, but hotels in Capo Vaticano are even more expensive in comparison with Tropea. During the high season, the average room's rate is US$200-250 per night. However, occasional budget accommodation options (from US$30) are also available.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Lamezia Terme international airport (SUF). Next take a train to the station of Ricadi and walk to the sea in half an hour or hire a taxi.

When to go [edit]

The best time for a beach holiday in Capo Vaticano is a warm period in the summer half of the year.

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