Continent |
Europe |
Country |
Italy |
Next Big City |
Taranto |
Next Town |
Lecce, Torre Chianca |
|
Type: |
Ocean |
Rider Ability: |
Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Parking |
Water
Type: |
Shallow, Flat, Chop |
Hazards: |
None |
Quality: |
Crystal clear |
Best Tide: |
Tide independent |
Beautiful, clear water. Flat to choppy water. Shallow access.
Beach
Type: |
Sand |
Size: |
Medium |
Hazards: |
None |
Beach Users: |
June, July, August |
Sandy beach, packed with tourists during summer.
Weather
Spring:
|
Shorty |
Summer:
|
Shorts |
Fall:
|
Shorty |
Winter:
|
Normal |
Good weather all year. Spring to autumn warm air and water. In winter a wetsuit is needed.
Wind
Best Months: |
No information |
Wind Type: |
No information |
Best Direction: |
S, SW, W, NW |
Main Direction: |
No information |
Best in NW, W, S and SW. The bay curves, so several directions work.
How to get there
Transport |
Car |
Access
|
Short walk |
From Lecce west to Porto Cesareo and here a bit further north to Torre Chianca.
Extra information
Many tourists on the beach during summer.
Nightlife