Îles Éoliennes

Meilleures plages des Îles Éoliennes

Best Beaches

The Aeolian Islands offer a diverse coastal landscape shaped by intense volcanic activity. This selection highlights the archipelago's unique geological features, from the deep black sands of Vulcano and Stromboli to the white pumice shores of Lipari. Many locations, such as Spiaggia delle Acque Calde and Spiaggia Fumarole, feature geothermal activity with underwater vents and thermal waters. These sites range from remote gravel coves like Cala Junco, situated below prehistoric ruins, to the dramatic volcanic craters of Salina.

Best Beaches — Carte

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Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere

Volcanic beach on Vulcano characterized by fine black sand and shallow waters. It faces the Baia di Ponente and is known for its sunset views.

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B

Spiaggia delle Acque Calde

Also known as Fumarole Beach, this area features geothermal activity where hot gas vents bubble through the sea floor, naturally heating the water.

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C

Spiaggia Scari

A pebble beach located near the main port of Stromboli. It offers a direct view of the Strombolicchio sea stack and the volcano's slopes.

D

Spiaggia bianca

Located on Lipari, this beach is defined by turquoise waters and a white seabed, a result of historical pumice mining in the surrounding cliffs.

E

Spiaggetta di Cala junco

A natural rock pool on Panarea surrounded by high cliffs. The site is overlooked by the remains of a prehistoric village dating to the 14th century BC.

F

Valle Muria

Situated on the southern coast of Lipari, this beach is framed by volcanic cliffs and caves. It is accessible via a steep trail or by boat.

G

Spiaggia Fumarole

Located on Panarea, this beach features volcanic steam vents that emerge from the sand and heat the shallow waters.

H

Spiaggetta degli Zimmari

The only sandy beach on the island of Panarea, distinguished by its reddish-colored sand and shallow seabed.

I

Spiaggia del Postino

Located in Pollara on Salina, this beach sits within a collapsed volcanic crater and served as a filming location for the 1994 film Il Postino.

J

Spiaggia Ficogrande

The largest beach on Stromboli, featuring black volcanic sand and pebbles with views of the uninhabited islet of Strombolicchio.

K

Spiagga della Papesca

Set against a backdrop of abandoned pumice quarries on Lipari, this beach is characterized by white rocks and light-blue water.

L

Spaggia delle Punte

A remote pebble beach on the island of Alicudi, accessible via a coastal path from the main pier.