BeachesFree entry
Maratea (Potenza)
Castrocucco Beach
The Castrocucco beach, known in dialect as «d’a Gnola», is the largest on the coast of Maratea: a long stretch of sand at the foot of the Serra di Castrocucco hills, forming a small bay that is also used as a little harbour. Just a few steps away flows the river Noce, which marks the border between Basilicata and Calabria.
- Opening hoursFree beach; beach clubs open in summer.
- AdmissionFree entry.
- WhereCastrocucco – Maratea (PZ)
What to see
- The Castle of Castrocucco, an ancient medieval stronghold that overlooks the beach and today is one of the most interesting abandoned villages to visit.
- La Secca beach, a little further north, with rocks and the islet «u Tuppu» covered in Mediterranean scrub, near the Palazzo Labanchi baronial palace and the archaeological area.
- The sea, ideal for swimming and water sports, in a more open stretch of the coast.
Useful information
- The beach is reached by road, is suitable for children and has free access; there are beach clubs and the car park is either free or paid.
- Some beach clubs rent boats for exploring the coast.
- For other beaches, read the Basilicata beaches guide.
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