Capo Vaticano

Cape Ricadi, Calabria, Italy

What to expect

Capo Vaticano is a wide bathing place in the Municipality of Ricadi in Calabria, Italy. The 'Cape' is formed by a particular white-grey granite, which is examined worldwide for its geologic characteristics. The coast of Capo Vaticano starts from Santa Maria beach up to Tonicello beach, with suggestive bays like Praia I Focu and Grotticelle. The maximum altitude of the cape is about 124 metres. Capo Vaticano is considered the ideal place to have a climate suitable for growing the Red onions of Tropea

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This family's experience:

Activities: We drove to Grotticelle Beach and enjoyed the sea. We had a coffee there and went into the crystal-clear sea. There were so many fish!

Highlights: The beaches here are among the most beautiful in Calabria! It was a great beach for snorkeling with children! ✨