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Firiplaka beach
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Firiplaka beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 207th place out of 1022 beaches in the South Aegean region 96.2 km away from its center, the city of Ermoupoli. It is one of the beaches of Provatas settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.
Firiplaka beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
Not everyone can get to this beach. To reach it, you have to follow a dangerous mountain path, not recommended for children and elderly people. Parking is located directly on the beach.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Fyriplaka beach, which has a rating of 9.7.
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Firiplaka beach (South Aegean) is located outside the Provatas 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 Milos island
User reviews
"Questa zona della spiaggia di Faliraki è dedicata al naturismo.
Oltre il faraglione e alcuni scogli, inizia una lunga spiaggia che permette di liberarsi, senza problemi, dei costumi.
Mi permetto di sconsigliarla a chi non intende godere appieno della libertà data dal naturismo."
Michele Caliari
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"Questa zona della spiaggia di Faliraki è dedicata al naturismo.
Oltre il faraglione e alcuni scogli, inizia una lunga spiaggia che permette di liberarsi, senza problemi, dei costumi.
Mi permetto di sconsigliarla a chi non intende godere appieno della libertà data dal naturismo."
Michele Caliari
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
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Vathy 0.1 km
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Platys Gialos 0.2 km
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Achivadolimni 0.5 km
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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 Firiplaka beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Firiplaka 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.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- LOCO• 8 min walk
- Golden Milos Beach B...• 14 min walk
- Muses• 15 min walk
- Milos Events Venue• 17 min walk
Attractions
- Chapel of Agios Ioan...• 19 min walk
- Saint Sostis• 21 min walk
- Gerakas Beach• 25 min walk
- Achibadolimni lake• 2.6km
Transport
- MLO• 3.4km
- Firostefani Bus Stat...• 90.9km
Localities
- Provatas• 1.2km
- Ermoupoli• 96.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Firiplaka beach?
Firiplaka 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 Firiplaka beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Firiplaka beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Firiplaka 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.
Firiplaka beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Firiplaka beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Firiplaka beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Firiplaka beach secluded and good for relaxing?
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.
What are the key audiences of Firiplaka beach?
Firiplaka beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- FKK / Naturists
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Firiplaka beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Firiplaka beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.LOCO is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Firiplaka beach?
There are 608 places to stay in the Firiplaka beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Firiplaka beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Firiplaka beach from parking?
The Firiplaka 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 and the path to beach is only for experienced travellers. Not recommended for children or senior people.
Are there any attractions nearby Firiplaka beach?
There are 4 attractions near Firiplaka beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Chapel of Agios Ioannis located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Firiplaka beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Firiplaka beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Firiplaka beach (Milos island) 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.Firiplaka beach (Milos island) 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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