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Afandou Beach
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About
Afandou Beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 61th place out of 1022 beaches in the South Aegean region 315.8 km away from its center, the city of Ermoupoli. It is one of the beaches of Afantou settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and light fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Afandou 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.
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.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Traganou Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Afandou Beach is located in South Aegean within Afantou, 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 coast of the Rhodes 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.
User reviews
"The vast expanse of the beach is adorned with natural rocks, providing a picturesque view of the sea. The water here is known to deepen quickly, which might not be a favorable aspect for children. However, the beach offers a stunning sunrise view that is sure to leave you mesmerized."
Lira Vanea
"Ah, the beach. A place where one can bask in the glory of the sun and observe the wonders of the marine life below. This particular beach boasts crystal clear blue water, perfect for those who want to take a peek at the underwater world. The sand and small pebbles are a unique mixture, but fear not, for the latter allows one to sit without getting sand in their swimwear. How..."
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User reviews
"The vast expanse of the beach is adorned with natural rocks, providing a picturesque view of the sea. The water here is known to deepen quickly, which might not be a favorable aspect for children. However, the beach offers a stunning sunrise view that is sure to leave you mesmerized."
Lira Vanea
"Ah, the beach. A place where one can bask in the glory of the sun and observe the wonders of the marine life below. This particular beach boasts crystal clear blue water, perfect for those who want to take a peek at the underwater world. The sand and small pebbles are a unique mixture, but fear not, for the latter allows one to sit without getting sand in their swimwear. How..."
Flora3#
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Giannis' Bar• 8 min walk
- Flora Greek Taverna• 11 min walk
- Nimar Villaggio• 11 min walk
- Katholiki Restaurant• 12 min walk
Attractions
- Traganou Caves• 2.5km
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- Anthony Quinn Bay• 4.3km
Transport
- RHO• 15.3km
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- PrimaSol Miraluna Se...• 33.8km
Localities
- Afantou• 1.7km
- Ermoupoli• 315.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Afandou Beach?
The Afandou Beach is covered with light 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 Afandou Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Afandou Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Afandou Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Afandou 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. So the overall recommendation of the Afandou Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Afandou 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 very smooth.
Is the Afandou Beach 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Afandou Beach?
Afandou Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Afandou Beach?
The bar is located right on the Afandou Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Giannis' Bar is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Afandou Beach?
There are 1215 places to stay in the Afandou Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Afandou Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Afandou Beach from parking?
The Afandou 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 Afandou Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Afandou Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Traganou Caves located in 2.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Afandou Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Afandou Beach is August. Its average value reaches 35°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Afandou Beach (Rhodes island) 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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