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Petrochori beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 26th place out of 401 beaches in the Peloponnese region 86.8 km away from its center, the city of Tripoli. It is one of the beaches of Petrochori settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and brown sand, 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, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Despite the fact that a significant part of the beach is occupied by resorts, there is still a fairly large area with free access. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, 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. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Voidokilia beach, which has a rating of 8.8.
Petrochori beach (Peloponnese) is located outside the Petrochori 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 Petrochori 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Petrochori 1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access
Petrochori 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Gialova 2.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Bright sand
Gialova 3.5 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Rikia 1.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Gialova 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Gialova 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Vatias 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Agia Kyriaki 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Methoni 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown sand
Foiniki 1.9 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 Petrochori beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Petrochori 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.
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The coastline of Petrochori beach is covered with brown sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For sunbathing and relaxing, Petrochori beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Petrochori beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Petrochori beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
The bar is located right on the Petrochori beach.
There are 177 places to stay in the Petrochori beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Petrochori beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Petrochori beach 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.
There are 1 attractions near Petrochori beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Old Navarino Fortress located in 2.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Petrochori beach is August. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 10°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Petrochori beach (Peloponnese Region) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Petrochori beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
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Anafonitria 2.7 km
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Chalikounas 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Barbati 0.1 km
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Agia Thekli 1.8 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Glyfada 0.1 km
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Tsilivi 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Laganas 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Dassia 0.4 km
Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Sidari 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
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