Spiaggia Libera Il Laghetto

Spiaggia Libera Il Laghetto is a well-known free beach located in Torre del Greco, a city in the Naples province of Italy. The beach is known for its tranquility and relaxing atmosphere, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists. The beach is accessible via a path that runs alongside the walls of the train tracks, leading to a set of stairs that descend to the beach. The beach is characterized by its small size and crystal clear waters, which are populated with small fish. The beach is also notable for its black sand and the typical vegetation of the Tyrrhenian coast that surrounds it. A notable feature of the beach is a Saracen tower, which is connected by a bridge to the marshy land behind the railway bed. In recent years, the beach has seen some changes due to strong storm surges and a rise in sea level. These changes have resulted in the beach shrinking in size and an increase in vegetation growth. There has also been an issue with waste being deposited on the beach, particularly near the cliffs behind it. Despite these challenges, the beach continues to be a beloved spot for those seeking a quiet and relaxing bathing experience. The beach is maintained by the local bar during the summer months. However, there have been calls for the municipality to take a more active role in preserving and caring for this unique beach. Parking at the beach is economical, although the path leading to the beach has been described as dirty and unsafe due to a lack of maintenance. Despite these issues, many visitors find the beach to be a wonderful and almost intimate place, with a community of polite and nice beachgoers.