Fontane Bianche beach in Syracuse

La Fontane Bianche beach it is one of the most famous coastal stretches among many Syracuse beaches, mainly known for being the Sicilian place that recalls in all respects the scenographic splendor of the Caribbean, while remaining just 15 km from the historic center of Syracuse and Ortigia.

The name of this beach is due to the massive presence of natural pools, the White Fountains, to be precise, which are formed by real ones fresh water springs, which, in addition to embellishing this already splendid landscape, also offer additional solutions for anyone who wants to fully experience the seaside experience that only places like the Fontane Bianche beach can offer.

Characteristics of the Fontane Bianche beach in Syracuse

The entire Fontane Bianche beach is characterized by having gods really very shallow waters, so much so that for several meters it is possible to walk on a water table of just a few centimeters, making this place one of the best for anyone looking for a seaside resort also suitable for children, who will be able to play and have fun with greater safety.

During the summer, the waters of this beach are usually warm, making your stay in this place even more pleasant and relaxing, as diving into them will be like living an almost therapeutic experience. The Fontane Bianche beach is made up of a fine sand beach which extends for about 2 km, developing more in length than in width. In this stretch of beach, both stretches of free beach than others occupied by bathing facilities able to offer every type of comfort to bathers, from sunbeds to umbrellas, through entertainment and restaurant services.

What to do at the Fontane Bianche beach in Syracuse

Given the clarity of its waters, the Fontane Bianche beach is the favorite place for fans of snorkeling, who can immerse themselves at the water's edge to admire its seabed, characterized by veins of sand that mix with the rocks and sporadic stretches of marine vegetation. The rock formations present in the seabed emerge in some points, creating spectacular small stacks, easy to reach, which make this place even more detailed.

The Fontane Bianche beach is often a party place, thanks to the various bathing establishments that organize themed events and party on the beachnot only during the day but also in the evening. The presence of many refreshment points allows bathers to be able to taste all the gastronomic excellences of Syracusan cuisine comfortably on the beach.

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How to get to the Fontane Bianche beach in Syracuse

The Fontane Bianche beach is located close to Cassibile, a town in Syracuse which is entirely crossed by the State Road 115, from which it is possible to take the crossroads that leads up to this wonderful coast.

The proximity to Cassibile and, more generally, to the city of Syracuse itself, makes the Fontane Bianche Beach one of the simplest places to reach, not only with your own means but also with the many Sicilian bus lines that cross the entire island to also arrive in Syracuse. Those arriving in Sicily by plane, on the other hand, can land at Catania's Fontanarossa Airport, about 60 km away.

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