Mezzaluna Beach
Puglia · Salento · Adriatic coast · Carovigno

Mezzaluna Beach

A curved sandy bay at Carisciola, protected at the sides by low rocky stretches and close to Torre Santa Sabina.

What to know

Characteristics of the place and practical guidance for a responsible visit.

Identity of the place

Its name comes from the crescent shape of the shore; it is distinct from the nearby Isoletta and Scoglio del Cavallo.

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Landscape and surface

A sandy bay framed by low rocks, with free areas and seasonal services that become busy in summer.

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Sea and seabed

The central entry is mainly sandy and generally gradual; rocks and uneven surfaces may occur near the sides.

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Access

Reach it from the local streets and signed pedestrian access points; traffic can be heavy in summer.

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Parking and services

Parking and seasonal services are available in the surrounding resort, but spaces can fill quickly in summer.

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Wind and conditions

Onshore winds can increase waves and make the seabed harder to read; always supervise children.

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Recommended for

Families, visitors who prefer sand and anyone looking for a beach close to the resort.

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Check access, signs and sea conditions before setting out.

Less suitable for

Anyone seeking complete isolation, guaranteed space or an entirely rock-free seabed.

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Check access, signs and sea conditions before setting out.

What to bring

Water, sun protection, light shade for free areas and rock shoes for the sides.

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Check access, signs and sea conditions before setting out.

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Visit other beaches in the same seaside resort (Carovigno Seaside Resorts)

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Specchiolla Beach

The main beach of Specchiolla alternates light sand and low rocks, with free sections and seasonal services.

Morgicchio Beach and Pine Grove

A sandy stretch between Specchiolla and Pantanagianni, recognised by the nearby pine grove, low dunes and rocky outcrops.

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Pantanagianni Grande Beach

The larger sandy bay at Pantanagianni offers a recognisable shore and generally gradual entry, with free and equipped sections.

Pantanagianni Piccola Beach

A smaller public sandy cove than the main bay, framed by low rocks and with limited space.

Camerini Beach

A compact sandy bay in the centre of Torre Santa Sabina, close to the seafront and overlooked by the coastal tower.

Santa Sabina Tower and Harbour

The sixteenth-century star-shaped tower overlooks an ancient landing place and is the historic symbol of the Carovigno coast.

Scoglio del Cavallo

A small cove with an emerging rock traditionally associated with the shape of a horse, between sand and low rocky stretches.

Isoletta Beach

A small cove named after the rocky outcrop in front of the shore, with small sandy spaces and water among the rocks.

Grotta del Moro

A natural coastal cave with an entrance close to the sea, whose accessibility depends on waves, water level and direct conditions.

Ponte Sgarrato

A coastal limestone formation shaped like a partially open natural bridge, created by fractures and marine erosion.

Gola Beach

A narrow rocky inlet at the northern end of Torre Santa Sabina, valued for its scenery and access to the sea between rocks.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to help plan your visit.

Where is Mezzaluna Beach?
At Carisciola, immediately north-west of central Torre Santa Sabina.
What kind of place is Mezzaluna Beach?
Its name comes from the crescent shape of the shore; it is distinct from the nearby Isoletta and Scoglio del Cavallo.
What is the sea like at Mezzaluna Beach?
The central entry is mainly sandy and generally gradual; rocks and uneven surfaces may occur near the sides.
How do you reach Mezzaluna Beach?
Reach it from the local streets and signed pedestrian access points; traffic can be heavy in summer.
Who is the visit recommended for?
Families, visitors who prefer sand and anyone looking for a beach close to the resort.