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From wide, golden-sand beaches to secluded, hidden coves,Argentario beaches for every taste: whether easily accessible or wild anduntouched, they are all surrounded bypristine natureand overlookcrystal-clear waters.
Cala del Gesso is considered one of the most beautiful and picturesque coves on theArgentario and owes its name to the chalk quarries that once existed in this area.
Given the beauty of the surroundings, it is undoubtedly the most popular coveArgentario though getting there involves a fairly challenging hike with a significant elevation gain.
The entrance is located at km 5.900 of Provincial Road 65, about 350 m from the turnoff that leads from Via Panoramica to Via dei Pionieri.From the pedestrian entrance at the large gate, take a route that combines a local road and a trail, requiring about a 20- to 25-minute walk. The route is divided into two parts: a paved section that is not accessible by car (about 80% of the route) and a trail section (the remaining 20%).
The cove is sheltered, and just off its coast risesthe Argentarola, a small islet that harbors a one-of-a-kind underwater cave, where numerous scuba diving activities take place.
Features: a mix of pebbles and rocks.
Type: public beach
Exposure: western winds.
Accessibility: about a 20-25 minute walk
By boat from Porto S. Stefano: 18–20 minutes.
