Spiaggia dei Fossili is a less frequented beach located on the west side of Balestrate. It is known for its golden sand, which is filled with a multitude of very small fossils along the shoreline. This gives the beach its unique name, which translates to 'Fossil Beach'.
The beach is a good alternative to the more crowded beaches in the area, offering a quiet and serene environment. However, it is important to note that the access road to the beach can be a bit challenging to navigate, and parking space is limited.
Despite its natural beauty, Spiaggia dei Fossili has been noted for its littering problem, with plastics and waste often found scattered across the beach and in the water. Visitors are therefore encouraged to bring a trash bag and help keep the beach clean for everyone to enjoy.
To get to Spiaggia dei Fossili, one can start from the Lo Squalo restaurant, go right and follow the shoreline. This path leads directly to the beach, which is somewhat hidden from the main road.
Spiaggia dei Fossili amenities include parking.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its golden sand and crystal clear sea, as well as the presence of unique fossil shells. The beach is also appreciated for being less crowded compared to others. However, visitors complain about the significant littering problem, with garbage and waste, including plastics, frequently found on the beach and in the water.
Visitors to Spiaggia dei Fossili often stay in the nearby town of Balestrate, which offers a variety of accommodations ranging from hotels to vacation rentals. Many also choose to explore the nearby cities of Palermo and Castellammare del Golfo, combining beach visits with cultural and historical experiences.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 38.060535 / Longitude: 13.0232855
Spiaggia dei Fossili is located in Sicily. The following map of Spiaggia dei Fossili shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 17.2°C/23°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 24.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 19.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 3% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:59/20:08 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.2 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.1 |
| Cloud Cover | 30% |
| Speed | 16.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 28.8 km/h |
| Direction | SE |
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