Beaches

Few regions in the Mediterranean offer such a variety of beaches as the Municipality of Monemvasia. Over 50 of them are easily accessible by road; others are small, hidden-away coves demanding to be discovered by the more adventurous.

Whether sand or pebble, busy or isolated, all have crystal clean waters, and many have been awarded Blue Flags, an indication of a high standard of maintenance.

There is a choice between the east coast, on the Myrtoon Sea, or the west coast on the Gulf of Laconia. Or head for land’s end at legendary Cape Maleas and the beaches of Vatika.

Directions are given to every beach as well as suggestions as to which are best when strong winds are blowing.

“Harahia” beach

“Harahia” beach

The pebble beach of Harahia, with its crystal clear waters, is one of the largest beaches in the muncipality of Monemvasia. Its northern end is particularly isolated and impressive.

Visitors might like to collect salt from the rocks at the side of the beach.

There is a canteen right on the beach.

 

good choice for…

Perfect for getting away from it all. Collectors of coloured pebbles will enjoy the wide variety along the shore.

 

winds…

Provides shelter from northerly and north-easterly winds.

Location:
Prophitis Ilias near Aghios Nikolaos, Neapoli
Information:
Take the road to Agios Nikolaos from Neapoli. Drive for 7 km and before arriving to “Profitis Elias” village, turn right towards “Koraka”. The beach is 500 metres after the turn.

There is parking space near the beach.

The same road continues to the beaches of Limni and Rismari.

 

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‘Archangelos’ beach

One of the area’s most attractive spots for bathing can be found right in the heart of the picturesque village of Archangelos. Umbrellas and sunbeds are available free of charge at this family-friendly beach which has been awarded the Blue Flag.

There are cafe-bars close by.

 

good choice for…

This beach is ideal for families.

 

winds…

Provides shelter from all but northerly winds.

Location:
Archangelos, Asopos
Information:
Archangelos beach is in the settlement of the same name and is the port for the village of Daimonia. It accessible from two different directions:

– On the Papadianika-Neapoli road, turn right 10 km after Papadianika at the coastal church of Aghia Marina and follow the shoreline through the settlement alongside Daimonia beach.

– Approaching from Neapoli, turn left down towards the coast at the sign for Archangelos, three kilometers after Elika. There is plenty of parking space on the coast behind the beach for cars and coaches.

 

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