Natural peaks and cliffs in Noto

Beaches and Gorges

The coast and countryside around Noto: sandy coves inside the Vendicari reserve, the long beach at Lido di Noto, and the deep limestone gorge of Cavagrande with its green pools.

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Calamosche Beach

A small sandy cove between two rocky headlands at the southern edge of the Vendicari reserve, reached by a short walk.

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Vendicari Beach

Long sandy beaches inside the Vendicari nature reserve, backed by lagoons where flamingos and herons gather in season.

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Cava Grande del Cassibile

A deep limestone canyon north of Noto, with a steep path down to clear river pools for swimming in summer.

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Cavagrande Waterfalls

Small waterfalls and green rock pools at the bottom of the Cavagrande gorge, a popular summer swimming spot.

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Lido di Noto

Noto's main seaside resort, a wide sandy beach with beach clubs and free stretches, about 15 minutes by car from town.

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