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Petra beach
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About
Petra beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 14th place out of 398 beaches in the Northern Aegean region 41.2 km away from its center, the city of Mytilene. It is one of the beaches of Petra settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and light 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, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Petra beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, showers, toilets. .
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.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Paralia Anaxos, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+22
oC
+15
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2.8
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Beach overall scores
Petra beach is located in Northern Aegean within Petra, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Lesbos island, 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.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.1 (Pleasant)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Molyvos 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
Molyvos 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Anaxos Skoutarou 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Black sand & pebble, Blue pure water
Tsonia 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Agios Georgios 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Molyvos 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Ampelia 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light pebble
Kechrada 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water
Skala Sykamineas 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Kalo Limani 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light pebble
Langada 0 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Kampos 0.8 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Cavo Christo Retaura...• 2 min walk
- Yako Beach Bar• 3 min walk
- بيترا• 3 min walk
- Break• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Ippos• 26 min walk
- Mólybos• 3.1km
- Crossroad Stypsi-Pet...• 3.3km
- Οθωμανικό Λουτρό Μήθ...• 3.8km
Transport
- MJT• 47.4km
- Gül Sitesi• 39.1km
- Aliağa• 91km
Localities
- Petra• 880m
- Mytilene• 41.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Petra beach?
Petra beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. 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 Petra beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Petra beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Petra beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Petra beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
Is the Petra 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 sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Petra beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Petra beach?
Petra beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Petra beach?
The bar is located right on the Petra beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cavo Christo Retaurant/Beach Bar is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Petra beach?
There are 185 places to stay in the Petra beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Petra beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Petra beach from parking?
The Petra 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Petra beach?
There are 4 attractions near Petra beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Ippos located in 2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Petra beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Petra beach is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 10°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Petra beach (Lesbos island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Petra 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.
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