Full guide to the beaches of Procida: which to choose and how to find them
If you arrive at Procida for the sea, don't just look for the most famous beach on social media. The bays of the island work differently depending on the time, wind and how long you want to walk. Some are comfortable and equipped, others are larger and wilder, others are still small and perfect for a regenerating bath in the air.
Procida is not an island of great continuous sandy stretches: it is a microcosm of coves, short stretches of coastline, volcanic seabeds and passages that change face with the change of light. Here is the complete mapping of all the shores of the island to choose the perfect one for your day.
Western Versant: late sun and large spaces
This side of the island is the longest, receives sunlight throughout the day and is perfect for those who want to enjoy the sea until sunset.
Chiaiolella: the simplest and most complete choice
The beach of Chiaiolella (also called Ciracci) is the most frequented, because it unites the sea to a walk full of bars, bathing establishments and restaurants. His strength lies inincredible practicality: access is linear, the services are all at hand and the backgrounds gently degradate, making it ideal for those travelling with children. From here, you can also admire a wonderful view ofislet of Vivara.
Ciraccio: more space, nature and relaxation
It is the natural continuation of the Chiaiolella, from which it is separated only from two majestic tuff plows. The beach of Ciraccio is more wild and quiet: here you breathe more space, there is less visual crowding and the beating is wider, great to avoid the lime of the central hours. It houses wide stretches of free beach and enjoys the sun until the last ray.
Northern Versant: convenience and logistics in Marina Grande
Ideal for those who visit the island on day, for those travelling without a car or for a regenerating bath at the beginning or end of the trip.
Silurence: comfort at hand
It is located in a few minutes walk from the port of Marina Grande (side cliffs/grotes). It is a extremely strategic choice, equipped with plants and bars. Very loved by local families, has as a symbol the "Scoglio del Cannone", from which guys and tourists love to dive. It allows you to make a beautiful bathroom without planning bus trips.
Language beach: pebbles and deep sea
Located at the opposite end of Marina Grande (late hydrofoils), the beach of the Language. Unlike the others, is not made of sand but pebbles and is completely free. The sea here is open, the waters are immediately deep and an intense blue, ideal for those who love to swim. Look straight to the mainland and the Procida channel.
Versante Orientale e Meridionale: hidden bays and postcard views
Here the sand is dark and volcanic, the rock ribs protect from the wind and the views open on the Murata Land and the Corricella.
Beach of Chiaia and access to Via dei Bagni
Set in the centre of the island, La Chiaia is one of the most spectacular beaches and sheltered by the wind. You can only reach by foot or by sea through two historic accesses that ideally divide the beach:
- The famous staircase of Piazza Olmo (186 steps) that takes you to the right side of the bay.
- The suggestive lapse of Via dei Bagni, a pedestrian street enclosed between the dry walls that slopes towards the sea and which gives its name to this specific side of the beach.
The fatigue of the descent (and the next lift) is rewarded by a fine black sand language with a breathtaking view of the village of Corricella. Il sole qui va via nel primo pomeriggio, quindi è una spiaggia perfetta da vivere durante la mattina.
Spiaggia del Pozzo Vecchio (o Spiaggia del Postino)
Situata sul versante nord-occidentale, sotto il cimitero dell’isola, questa baia a forma di ferro di cavallo è famosa in tutto il mondo per essere stata il set del film “Il Postino” con Massimo Troisi. La spiaggia del postino è caratterizzata da una sabbia vulcanica scurissima che contrasta con l’acqua turchese. È quasi interamente libera (c’è solo un piccolo stabilimento con chiosco) e conserva un’atmosfera intima e selvaggia.
Per i veri esploratori: le scogliere
Se alla sabbia preferite la roccia e cercate la massima tranquillità, l’isola offre due punti alternativi:
- Le Rocce del Faro: Situate sotto il faro dell’isola, sono grandi piattaforme di tufo comode per stendere l’asciugamano. Il mare qui è subito profondo, ideale per lo snorkeling.
- Le Scogliere del Carbonchio: Una zona impervia e selvaggia, difficile da raggiungere via terra, adatta quasi esclusivamente a chi si sposta in barca e cerca isolamento totale.
Consigli pratici del blogger: come orientarsi con i venti
A Procida, per trovare il mare perfetto, bisogna guardare il vento:
- Se soffia il Maestrale (da Nord-Ovest), le spiagge più riparate e piatte saranno la Chiaia (lato Via dei Bagni) and the Lingua.
- Se soffia lo Scirocco (da Sud-Est), la scelta migliore sono Chiaiolella, Ciraccio e Pozzo Vecchio.
Il consiglio smart: Ricordate che i trasporti sono gestiti dai bus EAV (le linee L1, L2 e C1 vi porteranno vicino a quasi tutti gli accessi delle spiagge, compreso l’imbocco di Via dei Bagni), ma muoversi a piedi permette di scoprire scorci unici. Abbinate sempre la spiaggia al borgo che volete visitare, riducendo al minimo gli spostamenti per godervi la vera lentezza procidana.
