Puglia, Italy

Lovers Beach

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.

Experience the serene beauty of Lovers Beach, where you can find the perfect place to stay and enjoy the unique charm of its natural caves and clear waters.

Despite these challenges, many find Lovers Beach to be a special and beautiful place.

What to do at Lovers Beach?

Amenities

Lovers Beach amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

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.

Where to Stay near Lovers Beach?

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.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Lovers Beach?

Latitude: 40.0147953 / Longitude: 18.0202701

Lovers Beach is located in Puglia. The following map of Lovers Beach shows the exact location.

Lovers Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
Today at Lovers Beach is not ideal for sunbathing. Expect some rain showers, so it's worth bringing an umbrella. The maximum air temperature will be 15.2 °C. The wind will be strong, and the sea temperature is 14.4 °C, so swimming is not recommended. The waves are moderate. The cloud cover will be significant, limiting sunshine.
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Air

Low / High10.8°C/15.2°C
Feels Like (High)11.8°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature14.4 °C
Wave Height1.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance68%
Rainfall1 mm
Rain Duration4 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:03/16:56
Sunshine Hours5.6 hrs
UV Index3.05
Cloud Cover89%
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Wind

Speed30.8 km/h
Gusts50 km/h
DirectionS

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