Bad news for tourists and Italian citizens eagerly awaiting the arrival of summer: this year, Italian beaches will be a bit less accessible due to increasing restrictions on free beaches. The prices of Italian beach resorts have been steadily increasing for years, with an estimated rise of 5.2% compared to last year.
As a result, free beaches are becoming more popular and crowded . On the one hand, there is a greater influx of visitors, and on the other hand, some of the most lovely free beaches now also require reservations. It might seem like an obstacle course, but here I’ve gathered a list of the most beautiful limited-access beaches , so you’ll be prepared for your Italian summer! Baia delle Zagare (Puglia) It’s a corner of paradise on the Apulian coast: surrounded by greenery , with sheer rocky cliffs , crystal-clear water , and above all, complete privacy .
Spending a day here has become a true luxury. The municipality has set a maximum limit of 20 daily accesses to respect and protect the environment. Diving in here is a bit like winning the lottery (more or less).
How to access It may seem paradoxical, but you’ll need to snag a ticket distributed every morning at the tourist office in Mattinata. It seems to be more difficult than expected, so good luck! How to get there To reach Baia delle Zagare , I strongly recommend not improvising but driving to the destination. For convenience, the Hotel “Baia delle Zagare” offers its parking lot for a daily fee of 1.