Wied il-Għasri — Għasri (Gozo)

What is Wied il-Għasri?

Wied il-Għasri is a steep-sided valley on the northern coast of Gozo that narrows to a slim channel where it meets the sea. The effect is almost fjord-like: high rock walls frame a strip of water leading to a small pebble beach tucked at the head of the inlet.

Where is Wied il-Għasri?

The inlet lies on the north coast near the villages of Għasri and Żebbuġ (Gozo). A country road leads towards it, and a flight of steps descends to the cove.

Landscape and character

The valley was cut by water draining to the sea, and over time the coast eroded into the narrow, sheltered channel seen today. Because it is enclosed, the water inside is usually calm and clear, while the open sea beyond can be rough. A nearby salt-pan coast and the surrounding cliffs add to the wild setting. The clear, sheltered water makes the inlet a well-known spot for snorkelling and scuba diving, including cave dives along the coast.

What to see at Wied il-Għasri

• The narrow inlet framed by high rock walls.
• The small pebble cove at the head of the channel.
• Snorkelling and diving in the sheltered, clear water.
• Coastal walks and the nearby salt pans.

Significance

Wied il-Għasri is one of the most distinctive and photogenic spots on Gozo's coast, and a favourite of divers and snorkellers seeking sheltered, clear water away from the busier beaches.

Visiting Wied il-Għasri

The inlet is free to visit but reached by a steep flight of steps down to the cove, and there are no facilities. The little beach is pebbly. The sheltered water is usually calm, but conditions outside the inlet can change quickly, so judge the sea carefully before swimming or diving. Bring water and sun protection.