Spiaggia del Gongolo

Italy, Brancaleone, CalabriaofficialVerified from sources 2025-01

Il Gongolo is a wild beach on the Ionian coast of Calabria, known among Italian naturists for its tranquility. The beach is made of smooth pebbles and stones, with clear and deep blue waters. The environment is completely natural and non-touristy.

4score /5

Key facts

Statusofficial, signposted
Ground and seabedfull nudism
LengthNone
Accesslibero
Servicesnessuna
Season01-06 β†’ 30-09
Verified from sources2025-01
Coordinates37.9519, 16.1022

Status can change: municipal rules and bathing seasons vary every year. Check the signs on site.

Our scores

  • Nature and scenery 4.5Very quiet and rarely crowded; Clear and deep waters; Unspoiled landscape
  • Cleanliness 4Very quiet and rarely crowded; Clear and deep waters; Unspoiled landscape
  • Ease of access 4Il Gongolo is a wild beach on the Ionian coast of Calabria, known among Italian naturists for its tranquility. The beach is made of smooth pebbles and stones, with clear and deep blue waters. The environment is completely natural and non-touristy.
  • Services 3.5nessuna
  • Atmosphere and peace 4Il Gongolo is a wild beach on the Ionian coast of Calabria, known among Italian naturists for its tranquility. The beach is made of smooth pebbles and stones, with clear and deep blue waters. The environment is completely natural and non-touristy.
  • Space and crowds 3Pebble beach (not sandy); No infrastructure

Our verdict

Who it's for

coppie, single

Who should skip it

Pebble beach (not sandy); No infrastructure

Practical tip

Ideal to visit in June or September when the heat is less intense.

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