San Nicola Arcella

Do you dream of experiencing the sea at San Nicola Arcella, in the province of Cosenza? You are in the right place! The municipality of San Nicola Arcella welcomes you to an unspoilt, Blue Flag coastline and a breathtaking landscape.

The jewel in the crown? The Great Arch of San Nicola Arcella, carved into the natural rock of the so-called Saracen Cave, which delimits a cove to be discovered at the foot of the historic centre.

The Arco Magno beach (San Nicola Arcella) owes its name to the presence of the large rock arch that protects it from the sea, making it a unique bay in a stretch of great underwater interest. This small corner of the sea in San Nicola Arcella was a mooring point for the Saracen pirates and faces the Rock of Scorzone.

In the Middle Ages, to escape the Turkish incursions, the town of San Nicola Arcella retreated into the hills, where the present-day historical centre is located, gathered around the Mother Church and its alleys. From the numerous panoramic overlooks, in particular from the viewpoint of Corso Umberto I, one can enjoy the view of the entire Riviera dei Cedri and of one of the symbolic monuments of the municipality of San Nicola Arcella, the legendary Crawford Tower.

The famous American writer Lord Francis Marion Crawford fell in love with this fortress. In the 19th century, he stayed at the ancient Saracen tower that took his name. From this centuries-old tower, the writer found inspiration for his stories, some of which were set in the municipality of San Nicola Arcella, such as For the Blood is the life.

The lidos in San Nicola Arcella? The beach is equipped with every comfort, perfect for those who wish to spend their summer holidays with family and children.