{"id":64500,"date":"2026-10-31T07:03:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T07:03:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/?post_type=approfondimento&#038;p=64500"},"modified":"2026-10-31T07:03:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T07:03:51","slug":"santa-margherita-ligure-beaches","status":"publish","type":"approfondimento","link":"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/santa-margherita-ligure\/beaches\/","title":{"rendered":"Santa Margherita Ligure beaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The beaches of <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/santa-margherita-ligure\/\">Santa Margherita Ligure<\/a> are small, made of pebbles and coarse sand, and almost all have facilities. Free stretches exist but are few and fill up early in summer. The water is clean, though: in 2026 the Blue Flag covers four stretches, including the bay of Paraggi. Here is where to go, what is free, how to get there without a car and how to choose.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Type:<\/strong> pebbles, gravel and coarse sand; some rocky shore<\/li>\n<li><strong>Blue Flag 2026:<\/strong> yes, for Punta Pedale, Zona Milite Ignoto, Scogliera Pagana and Paraggi<\/li>\n<li><strong>Free beaches:<\/strong> few, mostly on the seafront towards Portofino<\/li>\n<li><strong>The prettiest:<\/strong> the bay of Paraggi, about 3 km from the centre<\/li>\n<li><strong>Without a car:<\/strong> train to the station, then on foot, by bus or by boat<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> May to September; July and August are crowded<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The town beaches on the seafront<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-2-1024x576.webp\" class=\"wp-image-19007\" alt=\"Harbour and seafront of Santa Margherita Ligure\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-2-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-2-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-2-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-2-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-2.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Santa Margherita&#8217;s shoreline runs in front of the harbour and the palm-lined promenade with its old grand hotels. The bottom is pebbles and gravel, with patches of coarse sand. Almost all the stretch near the centre is leased to beach clubs with sunbeds, showers and a bar: if you want a front-row spot in July or August, book ahead.<\/p>\n<p>A few public stretches remain between the beach clubs. The best known is the Ghiaia beach, pebbles on the seafront towards Portofino: handy for a swim without going anywhere, but small. Free areas and their size change from season to season, so check the signs or ask the tourist office.<\/p>\n<h2>Blue Flag 2026<\/h2>\n<p>According to the FEE list (see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bandierablu.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bandierablu.org<\/a>), Santa Margherita Ligure has four Blue Flags in 2026: Punta Pedale, Zona Milite Ignoto, Scogliera Pagana and Paraggi. The award looks at water quality, services and environmental management. Water quality can still change from day to day: after heavy rain there may be a temporary swimming ban. Check the municipality&#8217;s notices or the ARPAL data before you go.<\/p>\n<h2>Paraggi and the coves towards Portofino<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/a-piedi-da-santa-margherita-ligure-a-Portofino-2-Elisabetta-Frega-Free-Soul-on-The-Road-1024x682.webp\" class=\"wp-image-30999\" alt=\"Seaside villas along the walk from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/a-piedi-da-santa-margherita-ligure-a-Portofino-2-Elisabetta-Frega-Free-Soul-on-The-Road-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/a-piedi-da-santa-margherita-ligure-a-Portofino-2-Elisabetta-Frega-Free-Soul-on-The-Road-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/a-piedi-da-santa-margherita-ligure-a-Portofino-2-Elisabetta-Frega-Free-Soul-on-The-Road-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/a-piedi-da-santa-margherita-ligure-a-Portofino-2-Elisabetta-Frega-Free-Soul-on-The-Road.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>The municipality&#8217;s most famous beach is not in town. Paraggi is a hamlet of Santa Margherita, a former fishermen&#8217;s and millers&#8217; village about 3 km from the centre, halfway to Portofino. The bay is tiny: pale sand for about a hundred metres and green water, mostly taken up by beach clubs. In summer it is full by the morning.<\/p>\n<p>Past Paraggi, towards Portofino, there are other quieter coves reached on foot from the pedestrian path. It is a protected, much-loved area: respect the rules and take your rubbish with you. For Paraggi, the bay of Portofino and the other coves of the peninsula, see the guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/portofino\/beaches\/\">beaches of Portofino<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Getting to the beaches without a car<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Santa-Margherita-Ligure.webp\" class=\"wp-image-30363\" alt=\"Harbour and colourful buildings of Santa Margherita Ligure\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Santa-Margherita-Ligure.webp 1024w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Santa-Margherita-Ligure-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Santa-Margherita-Ligure-768x560.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>The centre is a few minutes from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino station, on the Genoa\u2013La Spezia line. You can walk to the town beaches. For Paraggi you have three options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bus.<\/strong> AMT line 782 links the station with Paraggi and Portofino; in high season it runs every 15\u201320 minutes until the evening and takes about 20 minutes. Timetables and tickets at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amt.genova.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">amt.genova.it<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>On foot.<\/strong> About 3 km of promenade and coastal footpath. Check for closures after storms before you set out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boat.<\/strong> The Servizio Marittimo del Tigullio connects Santa Margherita with Portofino and San Fruttuoso: seasonal timetables, weather permitting, so check the operator&#8217;s website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By car the road to Paraggi is narrow and gets stuck in traffic in summer. Parking in Santa Margherita is mostly paid and hard to find in August: it is better to come by train or bus.<\/p>\n<h2>Practical tips<\/h2>\n<p><strong>When to go.<\/strong> May, June and September are best: pleasant sea, fewer people. July and August are packed from the morning. Before you leave, check the <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/santa-margherita-ligure\/weather\/\">weather in Santa Margherita Ligure<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to bring.<\/strong> Water shoes: pebbles and rocks get hot and slippery. Bring water and a beach towel, especially if you choose a free stretch.<\/p>\n<p><strong>With children.<\/strong> Pebbles are hard to walk on with little ones: bring water shoes for them too and pick a stretch with facilities close by.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dogs.<\/strong> Rules change every season and depend on the beach club. Check the municipal ordinance or the signs at the entrance. More ideas in the guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/liguria-dog-beaches\/\">dog-friendly beaches in Liguria<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other beaches nearby.<\/strong> To the west is <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/rapallo\/\">Rapallo<\/a>, with its <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/rapallo\/beaches\/\">beaches<\/a>; to the east <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/camogli\/\">Camogli<\/a>, with the pebble beach in front of the colourful houses. To plan your moves around the area see the guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/tigullio-gulf\/\">Gulf of Tigullio<\/a>. For a walk to the village, read <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-levante\/santa-margherita-ligure\/santa-margherita-to-portofino\/\">from Santa Margherita to Portofino<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions about the beaches of Santa Margherita Ligure<\/h2>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Are the beaches of Santa Margherita Ligure sandy or pebbly?<\/summary>\n<p>Mostly pebbles and gravel, with patches of coarse sand. Paraggi has pale sand, but the bay is small.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Are there free beaches in Santa Margherita Ligure?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, but few: the public stretches are mostly on the seafront towards Portofino, like the Ghiaia beach. In summer they fill up early.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Does Santa Margherita Ligure have a Blue Flag in 2026?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, for four stretches: Punta Pedale, Zona Milite Ignoto, Scogliera Pagana and Paraggi.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Is Paraggi beach in Santa Margherita or in Portofino?<\/summary>\n<p>Paraggi is a hamlet of the municipality of Santa Margherita Ligure, about 3 km from the centre, on the road to Portofino.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>How do you get to Paraggi without a car?<\/summary>\n<p>By AMT bus 782 from the station, by boat or on foot along the coast. In summer the bus is the most practical.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Which is the best beach for a day by the sea?<\/summary>\n<p>It depends on what you want. For convenience, the seafront stretches; for the loveliest water, Paraggi. In high season arrive early or book a sunbed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Santa Margherita Ligure&#8217;s beaches: seafront, free stretches, Blue Flag 2026, Paraggi and how to get there without a 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