Quaranta Remi Beach, Gaeta: How to Reach by Kayak

The beach

Your day by the sea

The spiaggia dei Quaranta Remi is the most mysterious and wild of Gaeta’s seven beaches: a small cove nestled between high limestone cliffs, where absolute silence reigns. There are no roads, no facilities, and hardly anyone around: it is reached mainly by sea, and that is precisely what makes it special.

At a glance

Location: between Fontania and Ariana, enclosed by cliffs
Access: mainly by sea — kayak, SUP, or boat
Type: natural cove, no beach clubs
Sea: deep turquoise water in a completely natural setting
Facilities: none — bring everything with you and take everything back
Ideal for: kayak and SUP excursions, those seeking quiet

The name: forty strokes of the oar

The name comes from local tradition: quaranta remi (forty oars) was the distance separating this cove from inhabited areas, measured in strokes of the oar. It is a name that tells the whole story — a place that has always been reached only by sea, far enough to remain off everyone’s usual route.

How to get there

Access is mainly by sea: by kayak or SUP when the sea is calm, or on one of the boat tours departing from Gaeta. There is no easy access from land, and there are no public parking lots or paid parking spaces (strisce blu) nearby: it is precisely this difficulty that has preserved it from mass tourism.

Those who make the crossing are well rewarded: the water boasts an intense turquoise rarely found elsewhere along the coast, the cliffs seal the cove off from the rest of the world, and the landscape looks as though it has remained untouched by time.

What to bring

You will find nothing on site: no beach bars, no rentals, no organized shade. Bring plenty of water, a hat, sunscreen, water shoes for the rocks, and a dry bag if you arrive by kayak or SUP. And remember the golden rule of wild coves: everything you bring in, you take back out.

When to go

Early morning, when the sea is calmest: this is the best time for the crossing by kayak or SUP and for enjoying the cove in total quiet. From June to September the water is at its best; always check sea conditions before heading out, as the cove offers neither shelter nor alternative exit routes.

Nearby beaches

Along the surrounding coast you will find Fontania, with the remains of a Roman villa, and the golden bay of Ariana. For the full picture, check out the guide to the seven beaches of Gaeta.

How do you reach spiaggia dei Quaranta Remi?

Mainly by sea, by kayak, SUP, or on a boat excursion from Gaeta. It is a small cove with no easy access by land and no public parking lots or paid parking areas (strisce blu) nearby.

Are there facilities at Quaranta Remi?

No, none: it is an unspoiled natural cove. You need to bring water and your own gear, as nothing is available on site — and remember to take everything back with you, including all trash.

Why visit Quaranta Remi?

For the cliffs, the turquoise water, and the silence: it is the beach in Gaeta that most rewards those looking for a secluded spot, in a setting that feels untouched by time.

Where does the name Quaranta Remi come from?

From local tradition: forty strokes of the oar was the distance separating the cove from inhabited areas. Since time immemorial, this place has been reached by sea.

Is Quaranta Remi suitable for children?

No: access is only from the sea, and there are no facilities or sheltered spots on site. With children, Serapo—with its shallow waters—or the protected bay of San Vito are much better choices.

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