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Astera II
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Astera II is located on the Saronic Gulf (part of Aegean Sea) and it is in the 309th place out of 409 beaches in the Attica region 13.1 km away from its center, the city of Athens. It is one of the beaches of Cheroma settlement, just 6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with green water and black sand & pebble cover, 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.
Astera II coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
12 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Voula beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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+23
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+17
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Beach overall scores
Astera II is located in Attica within Cheroma, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"Glyfada's public beach offers complimentary umbrellas, showers, and changing rooms for visitors. The sandy shoreline is pleasant to stroll on, but be wary of the rocks that can make entering the water a bit challenging. When the waves are calm, the water may not be crystal clear, but it is still suitable for a refreshing dip and conveniently located near Athens."
Nathanial Rove
"The beach features a stunning coastline with crystal clear waters and fine sand. The sea is adorned with tiny pebbles that occasionally give way to larger ones, providing a unique experience. It is effortless to enter and exit the water, making it perfect for families with children. The local municipality generously provides free umbrellas, so all you need to do is grab your..."
Rina Kazemi
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"Glyfada's public beach offers complimentary umbrellas, showers, and changing rooms for visitors. The sandy shoreline is pleasant to stroll on, but be wary of the rocks that can make entering the water a bit challenging. When the waves are calm, the water may not be crystal clear, but it is still suitable for a refreshing dip and conveniently located near Athens."
Nathanial Rove
"The beach features a stunning coastline with crystal clear waters and fine sand. The sea is adorned with tiny pebbles that occasionally give way to larger ones, providing a unique experience. It is effortless to enter and exit the water, making it perfect for families with children. The local municipality generously provides free umbrellas, so all you need to do is grab your..."
Rina Kazemi
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- London Hotel• 6 min walk
- Caretta Athens• 8 min walk
- Prokomenes• 9 min walk
- Goody's Burger House• 10 min walk
Attractions
- Sea Turtle Rescue Ce...• 5 min walk
- Δρόμος των ποιητών• 16 min walk
- Accropolis• 21 min walk
- PIKPA naturist beach• 24 min walk
Transport
- HEW• 13km
- Antōnopoulou• 14 min walk
- SQUARE Vergoti• 10 min walk
Localities
- Cheroma• 6km
- Athens• 13.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Astera II?
Astera II has a golden sand and pebble cover. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water near the beach is blue-green. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Astera II?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Astera II, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Astera II good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Astera II does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Astera II 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 sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Astera II secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Astera II?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Astera II.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.London Hotel is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Astera II?
There are 4164 places to stay in the Astera II area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Astera II include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Astera II from parking?
The Astera II has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Astera II?
There are 4 attractions near Astera II that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Sea Turtle Rescue Centre located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Astera II?
The month with the highest temperature in Astera II is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Astera II (Attica) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Astera II (Attica) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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