
BeachesFree entry
Maratea (Potenza)
Santa Teresa Beach
Santa Teresa Beach, also known as «Cala ‘i Don Carlo» and often mistakenly called «Calaficarra», is the most popular beach in Marina di Maratea. It is a long stretch of sand, pebbles and rocks, formed by the joining of three small beaches linked together by the advancing coastline.
- Opening hoursFree beach; beach clubs open in summer.
- AdmissionFree entry.
- WhereMarina di Maratea (PZ)
What to see
- The Falchetto rock (scoglio del Falchetto), in the middle of the beach, where peregrine falcons nest.
- The small caves (piccole grotte) (small caves) opening into the cliff on the north side.
- The sea, with seabeds that drop quickly from shallow to deep water.
How to get there
It is the most convenient of the Marina di Maratea beaches, as it is easy to reach by car; the car park is paid. Marina is also served by train and bus.
Useful information
- Access is free and there are beach establishments with facilities. The beach is suitable for children.
- Just to the north, the Black Beach (Cala Jannita) is the most spectacular spot in the area.
- Nearby: the Cristo Redentore (Christ the Redeemer) on Monte San Biagio, and Maratea’s harbour.
- All other beaches are listed in the guide to the beaches of Basilicata.
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