Spiaggia di Portonovo

The beach is nice and has large stones. Despite being out of season, it is crowded with people.

The pebble beach is truly lovely and is located within a national park. If you arrive early, you can easily find parking for your car at a rate of 0.80 euros per hour or 5 euros for the entire day. There are a few restaurants that offer fresh fish. You have the option to choose between a paid or free beach, depending on your preference. Once you step into the water, you'll find sand beneath your feet. The view is absolutely breathtaking and is arguably one of the finest on the east coast of Italy. Additionally, you can enjoy a hot shower for just 50 cents, although the toilet facilities do require payment. Close to the beach, you can take a leisurely stroll around the expansive lake.

Unfortunately, the water near the shore was not clear and was polluted. Throughout the day, there were bubbles floating on the water. The beach is comprised of rounded stones and pebbles, which are not difficult to walk on. However, it is advisable to wear proper sandals or shoes for walking on the rocks. Once you go about 2 meters into the water, you will find fine sand. The stones are almost white, which gives the water a clear blue color. Due to its narrow width, the beach tends to be crowded during August, with people being in close proximity to each other. There are two beach resorts and restaurants available. The beach resorts offer pedal boat rental services. Finding a parking space can be quite challenging. I recommend arriving early in the morning or in the early afternoon.

I had a delightful time at the beach today. The scenery here is absolutely stunning. The sight of the mountain and forest merging with the Adriatic is truly awe-inspiring. It's incredible to see that there are still untouched beaches, which are also remarkable (you should definitely visit one of them). I came here a week after the flood in northeast Italy, so the water wasn't the usual shade of blue or clear - it appeared more green and murky. However, I noticed the same water condition at every beach along the Marche region this week. Just to highlight the difference, I added a photo with a blue umbrella. I want to assure you that the photos haven't been edited in any way.

What an absolutely stunning beach! It may be a bit crowded, but the best places always attract a lot of people. You can truly enjoy the tranquility, relaxation, and the wonders of Mother Nature here. It's truly a wonderful experience. To get to this beach from Ancona city, it only costs 4 euros for a round trip on the bus. Additionally, there is a complimentary shuttle service available to take you down to the beach.