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Agia Eleni beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 3th place out of 348 beaches in the Thessaly region 99.8 km away from its center, the city of Larissa. It is one of the beaches of Koukounaries settlement, just 1.3 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 spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear 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, partygoers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Agia Eleni beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. 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, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
25 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Troulos beach, which has a rating of 8.3.
Agia Eleni beach (Thessaly) is located outside the Koukounaries 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 coast of the Skiathos island 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 Agia Eleni 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, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Gray sand
Koukounaries 0.6 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Achladias 0.2 km
Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Panormos 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine pebble
Panormos 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Koukounaries 1.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Koukounaries 1.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Koukounaries 0.9 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Troullos 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Troullos 1.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Liri 2.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Kolios 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Rodia 2.5 km
What to do in Agia Eleni beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Agia Eleni beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
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 Agia Eleni beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Agia Eleni 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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Agia Eleni beach has a gray 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.
For sunbathing and relaxing, Agia Eleni beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Agia Eleni beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
Activities available on the ground:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Agia Eleni 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.
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.
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 bar is located right on the Agia Eleni beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Agia eleni canteen is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
There are 713 places to stay in the Agia Eleni beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Agia Eleni beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Agia Eleni 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 4 attractions near Agia Eleni beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Koukounaries Viewpoint located in 2 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Agia Eleni beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Agia Eleni beach (Skiathos island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Agia Eleni 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, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque
Paralia Metochiou 5.4 km
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Glyfada 2.6 km
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Niki 3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty
Paralia Chiliadou 1.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque
Vitala 5.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque
Paralia Chiliadou 2.8 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water
Isiomata 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright shell sand
Tsakei 3.6 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Stegna 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine sand
Elafonisi Beach 0.2 km
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