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Afales beach
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About
Afales beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 152th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 142.8 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Platreithias settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks 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, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Afales 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.
27 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ithaki beach, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Platreithias, Peloponnese, Western Greece, Ionian, Ioanian Islands
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Afales beach (Ioanian Islands) is located outside the Platreithias 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 Ithaca island and the correct question is not how to get to Afales beach, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.
User reviews
"A stunning beach on Ithaki island awaits you, boasting small, pristine white pebbles that lend the water a striking blue hue. However, this may not be the ideal destination for families with young children. Accessible solely by boat, there are no amenities such as sunbeds or a canteen, so it is wise to bring your own supplies, including water, food, and an umbrella."
Nikolai Vasilopoulos
"The beach was simply breathtaking and extraordinary! We reached there by boat and I am not sure if there is a roadway, but it is a destination that should not be missed. Ithaki, we are head over heels in love with you! ♥️"
Lena K.
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"A stunning beach on Ithaki island awaits you, boasting small, pristine white pebbles that lend the water a striking blue hue. However, this may not be the ideal destination for families with young children. Accessible solely by boat, there are no amenities such as sunbeds or a canteen, so it is wise to bring your own supplies, including water, food, and an umbrella."
Nikolai Vasilopoulos
"The beach was simply breathtaking and extraordinary! We reached there by boat and I am not sure if there is a roadway, but it is a destination that should not be missed. Ithaki, we are head over heels in love with you! ♥️"
Lena K.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Yefuri Restaurant• 10 min walk
- Gephýri• 11 min walk
- Extraterrestrial• 14 min walk
- Myrtia Ithaca• 17 min walk
Attractions
- Pyramids• 13 min walk
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- Plaza• 2.8km
Transport
- EFL• 40.5km
- Sami Bus Station• 23.8km
- Agios Andreas• 98.1km
Localities
- Platreithias• 680m
- Corfu• 142.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Afales beach?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. 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 rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Afales beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Afales 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 Afales beach good for swimming?
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.
Afales beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Afales 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Afales beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Afales beach?
Afales beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Afales beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Afales beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Yefuri Restaurant is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Afales beach?
There are 203 places to stay in the Afales beach area.
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How far is the Afales beach from parking?
The Afales beach has no parking spot
Are there any attractions nearby Afales beach?
There are 4 attractions near Afales beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pyramids located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Afales beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Afales beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Afales beach (Ithaca 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.Afales beach (Ithaca 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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