Basilicata has two tiny coasts: 30km of Tyrrhenian (Maratea — rocky coves, dramatic, empty) and 35km of Ionian (Metaponto — wide sand, Greek temples behind the dunes). Both are among the least visited coastlines in Italy.
Black pebble beach in a cove below the Christ statue. Crystal water. Boat from Maratea port or walk.
Black sand cove accessible by boat. The most secluded beach on the Basilicata coast.
The longest beach on the Maratea coast. Sandy, stabilimenti available. The easiest access.
Wide sand, shallow water, pine forest behind. The Greek temples of Metaponto 5 min inland. Family beach.
The southernmost Ionian beach in Basilicata. Long sand, Blue Flag, calm. Camping available.