The Spiaggia di Guvano, or simply known as Guvano Beach, is located in the picturesque Corniglia village in the northern region of La Spezia, Italy and is one of three beaches of Corniglia.
Described as a beautiful unspoiled beach of consisting of pebbles, mediterranean flora and turquoise waters.
Getting to the beach is not easy as it requires a long trek. Walking from the village of Corniglia to Guvano was a 15-minute walk was closed on an order of the town of Vernazza as it was deemed unsafe. The same document states that the whole area is subject to the risk of landslides and that stopping in the whole area should be avoided. Meanwhile, the path that leads from Corniglia to Vernazza diverting to Guvano (following the hand-written sign
Free Beach, more or less half of the route) has worsened. The hour and a quarter walk required following this route, thus, has become particularly inaccessible.
However you can by heading to Corniglia marina rent a canoe to discover Spiaggia di Guvanoin few minutes.
Good to Know
- Beach Type Beaches and Coves
- Facilities Unspoilt, undeveloped, and natural Guvano beach has no services whatsoever.So bring decent footware to access the beach (unless travelling by boat) and plenty of refreshments.
- Nudist Status Tolerated / Clothing Optional
- Ease of Access Difficult if using the hiking trail.
Getting There
- Town / County / State Corniglia, Vernazza, La Spezia, Liguria, Italy.
- Zip / Postal Code 19018
- Directions By water,Guvano beach is easy to access. Rent a boat in Moneglia at Cala Elte Sra. The rail tunnel which people once used is closed due concerns of landslides. There is another route to the beach which can still be accessed. From the village of Vernazza, you will follow a hiking trail known as the "blue trail". It is not recommended for beginner hikers since it consists of steep descents. The hike from the village takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Descent to the beach quite difficult in places you have to go through dense thickets and bushes, and the path is fairly steep.
Coordinates
- Latitude 44.125549
- Longitude 9.703244
- Sea Level (In Meters) 1
