Lovers Beach is a picturesque beach located between Gallipoli and Leuca. The beach is characterized by a mix of sand and rocks, with the coast featuring a beautiful pine grove just before the beach. The beach is also known for its natural small caves that can provide shade, making it a unique spot for beachgoers.
The water at Lovers Beach is noted for its extreme cleanliness and clarity, making it ideal for activities like swimming and snorkeling. However, visitors should be mindful of their surroundings as there can be some litter despite the presence of waste baskets.
The beach has some areas that are rocky, but there are also parts with sand, including sand hills about 20m into the sea. The beach can have a significant amount of seaweed on the shore due to the rocks and wind direction.
As for amenities, it's important to note that there are no sun shades provided, so visitors often seek shade under the rocks or in the small caves. Regarding parking, there is a parking place by the road, but it's noted that parking in the area can be challenging and potentially more expensive.
Despite these challenges, many find Lovers Beach to be a special and beautiful place.
Lovers Beach amenities include parking.
Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty of the beach, with its clean, clear water, sandy and rocky coast, and unique features like small caves and a pine grove. Many visitors also find the beach special and memorable, with some even choosing it as a place for significant life events. However, complaints are made about the excessive seaweed, unfriendly parking, and lack of cleanliness from beachgoers.
Beach enthusiasts heading to Lovers Beach often choose to stay in the nearby towns of Gallipoli or Leuca, where they can find a variety of accommodation options. Many visitors include Lovers Beach as part of a broader itinerary exploring the scenic coastline and charming towns of Puglia.
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Latitude: 40.0147953 / Longitude: 18.0202701
Lovers Beach is located in Puglia. The following map of Lovers Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 26.5°C/35.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 37.9°C |
| Sea Temperature | 28.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.3 m |
| Rain Chance | 3% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:41/20:08 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 11.8 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.1 |
| Cloud Cover | 32% |
| Speed | 15.8 km/h |
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| Gusts | 27.7 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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