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ℹ️Practical info — Xlendi
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- The bay gets cast in deep shade by late afternoon; plan your swimming and sunbathing for the morning.
- Park in the large free car park just before the steep descent into the bay to avoid narrow traffic jams.
- Climb the stairs on the right side of the bay (Carolina Cave side) for a remarkable panoramic view of the fjord.
- If you want to take a boat trip to the nearby caves, book directly with the operators at the small pier.
- The seafront restaurants are very popular at sunset; booking a table in advance is highly recommended.
🍽 Food
Order this rich, garlicky traditional soup at one of the established waterfront seafood restaurants.
A staple of the bay, best enjoyed with a sea view and a cold local beer.
Grab a cone from the ice cream parlors right behind the main promenade for a sweet cooldown.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Sold in small cloth bags at souvenir stands along the bay front.
If you forgot your snorkeling gear, the small shops near the beach have plenty of reasonably priced options.
A paved coastal path leads away from the busy bay to the historic watchtower, offering peace and great views.
Accessible via stairs carved into the cliff, it's a cooler, quieter spot away from the main sandy beach.
Water temperature…
Xlendi is a pretty seaside village in southwest Gozo, located within a deep, fjord-like bay flanked by towering limestone cliffs. Originally a small fishing community, Xlendi has evolved into a popular resort destination while retaining much of its maritime character. Guarding the bay's entrance is the Xlendi Tower, a defensive fortification built in 1650 during the reign of the Knights of St. John to deter pirate raids. A notable natural feature is the Kantra Valley, which runs down to the sea and is recognized for its unique Mediterranean flora. Coastal paths lead to various sea caves, including Caroline Cave, which is historically linked to local legends regarding the protection of nuns. Xlendi Bay has a significant underwater ecosystem, making it a prominent hub for diving and snorkeling activities. Despite modern tourism development, the bay's geology and abundant fossil remains continue to be of scientific importance.
- Location: Malta
- Top sights: Underground Floor Mill · Torri tax-Xlendi · Carolina Grotto
- Nearby: Żebbuġ, Gozo (5 km)
- Population: ~1.627
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May–Jul.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 15 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 17 |
| Rain mm | 74 | 67 | 53 | 35 | 17 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 63 | 83 | 92 | 83 |
Geography
Facts
- Xlendi is administratively part of the municipality of Munxar.
- Xlendi Tower is the oldest of the four surviving Lascaris towers on Gozo.
- Caroline Cave was endowed by Caroline Cauchi in the 17th century.
- Punic and Roman anchors and pottery have been recovered from the bay's floor.
- The surrounding cliffs rise to a height of approximately 140 meters.
- The village church is dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
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