Ramla Bay
Ir-Ramla l-Ħamra
The red-sand beach on Gozo's north coast, where legend says the sea goddess Calypso held Odysseus.
Ramla Bay is the largest and most popular beach on Gozo, with distinctive orange-red sand and a backdrop of a valley filled with bamboo and sugarcane. There is no large hotel development. On the western cliffs, the “Calypso Cave” is believed to be where the goddess Calypso held Odysseus for seven years in the Odyssey. The clifftop overlooks the whole bay, though the cave itself is closed due to the danger of falling rocks. In summer there are simple snack bars and sunbed rentals. Take bus 302 from Victoria or drive; the journey takes about 20 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ġgantija Temples
- Xwejni Salt Pans
- Gozo & Cittadella
- Blue Lagoon, Comino
- Basilica of Ta' Pinu
- Dwejra Bay & Inland Sea
- Mellieħa Bay (Għadira Bay)
- Popeye Village