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Vathiavaly beach
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Vathiavaly beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 4th place out of 166 beaches in the Western Greece region 100.6 km away from its center, the city of Patras. It is one of the beaches of Barko settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and white fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Vathiavaly beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Vathiavaly 2 beach, which has a rating of 8.6.
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Vathiavaly beach (Western Greece) is located outside the Barko settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Vathiavaly beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is fantastic, with crystal clear waters that are perfect for snorkeling. Additionally, it's easily accessible, making it a great spot for a day trip."
L. J.
"This beach is truly amazing with crystal clear waters that are simply breathtaking. Additionally, it is easily accessible, making it a great spot for a day trip or a weekend getaway."
Vasilios Casimir
User reviews
"The beach is fantastic, with crystal clear waters that are perfect for snorkeling. Additionally, it's easily accessible, making it a great spot for a day trip."
L. J.
"This beach is truly amazing with crystal clear waters that are simply breathtaking. Additionally, it is easily accessible, making it a great spot for a day trip or a weekend getaway."
Vasilios Casimir
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Barko 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Green pure water
Palairos 1.6 km
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Perigiali 0.8 km
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Nydri 0.3 km
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Mikros Gialos 0 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Agios Nikitas 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Ponti 0.8 km
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Kondarena 3 km
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Vasiliki 2.5 km
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Agios Nikolaos Niras 2.5 km
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Vathiavaly beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Vathiavaly beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- George's Beach Caban...• 4km
Transport
- PVK• 18.1km
- bus station• 55.8km
- Suburban Rail Statio...• 99.8km
Localities
- Barko• 1.6km
- Patras• 100.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Vathiavaly beach?
The Vathiavaly beach is covered with white small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Vathiavaly beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Vathiavaly beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Vathiavaly beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Vathiavaly beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Vathiavaly beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Vathiavaly beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vathiavaly beach?
The bar is located right on the Vathiavaly beach.
There are 1 restaurants nearby.George's Beach Cabana is the closest place located 4000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Vathiavaly beach?
There are 1213 places to stay in the Vathiavaly beach area.
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How far is the Vathiavaly beach from parking?
The Vathiavaly beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Vathiavaly beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Vathiavaly beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Vathiavaly beach (Western Greece) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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