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About Southern Federal District

Pebbly beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Southern Federal District. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

General information

Long straight beaches dominate the coast of Southern Federal District. Large spaces mean you can always find a comfortable place to relax. That is why travelers appreciate these places so much. One of the disadvantages of this type of beach is the scarce natural shade, so if you choose to relax on the wild part of the coast, be prepared to be alone with the scorching sun without the opportunity to take cover in a cool shade.

Most beaches of Southern Federal District are located within the boundaries of settlements, so natural landscapes are not so frequent here. Lovers of beauty are better off focusing on studying the local traditional architecture and interesting features of life. But wherever you are, if you can get up early and see the morning sea, then a portion of beauty is always guaranteed to you.

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Southern Federal District Best beaches

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Naturist beach

Vasili beach

Flotskoe 2.4 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Crowded in season • Distant parking
6.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Sanmarin Beach

Anapa 1.5 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Nemetskaya Balka beach

Osypenko 2.5 km

8.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Crowded in season • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Good for party

Praskoveevki beach

Praskoveyevka 2.4 km

8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Turquoise pure water
7.7 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Dzhubga beach

Dzhubga 0.9 km

8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Krinitsa Beach

Krinitsa 0.4 km

8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Crowded in season • Aqua socks necessarily • Distant parking
7.3 Amenities index

Popular types of Southern Federal District beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 332 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Southern Federal District.

For pet lovers, and even more so for dog owners, the first question always arises whether it is possible to take your pet to the beach since entry with it, in most cases, can be prohibited.

Southern Federal District is an exception in this case, since on average there are more pet-friendly beaches than nearby region. According to our data there are 21 beaches which have guaranteed access with pets, a full list of beaches can be found on this page. So you will be sure that you and your pet will have a great time under the gentle sun.

Good news for those who like to merge with nature completely. Southern Federal District offers 6 naturist (FKK) beaches , some of which are located in very secluded places. Such pearls can only be found by an advanced traveler, so for your confident navigation, we have prepared a list of them. Remember sunscreen, since most of beaches are completely natural, there is no infrastructure for several kilometers around.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Southern Federal District, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is pebble of gray color.
  • Since many beaches are pebbly, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 249.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Southern Federal District is less than 500 meters. 311 beaches are relatively easy to access, 14 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 5 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Southern Federal District beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Hundreds of beaches in Southern Federal District attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all sup boarders, snorkeling lovers, kite surfers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Southern Federal District is the perfect place for you. More than 52 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Kite or windsurfing. We know firsthand how difficult it is sometimes to find the right place for your favorite activity, especially if it is kite or windsurfing. So if you are a fan of these activities, then Southern Federal District may be the right choice for you, as there are over 43 beaches popular among kiters and windsurfers. There will be a fair wind, we are sure!
  • Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 47 beaches in Russia that are popular with snorkelers, of which 47 beaches are in Southern Federal District. According to our users, the best locations are: Vasili beach, Nemetskaya Balka beach, Praskoveevki beach.

Do you love an active lifestyle but would prefer something other than water activities? Then on the beaches of Southern Federal District you can actively spend time playing volleyball. Although this region does not have the privileged status of the volleyball capital of Russia, it may well compete for this title because there are about 45 beaches where you can play volleyball.

For campers, important information is the availability of campsites in the region. There are such places near the 58 beaches of Southern Federal District. 28 of them are a kind of wild camp, formed spontaneously by lovers of this type of recreation and did not have an infrastructure. 30 of them are official campsites, with all the necessary (showers, toilets, shops, cafes).

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Please note that lifeguards supervise 186 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is July - air temperature during this time warms up to 30.6°C and water up to 27.3°C in August. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 2.5°C and water to 1.4°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Southern Federal District? In total there are 332 beaches and the most popular is Vasili beach.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Southern Federal District?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Southern Federal District, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 332 beaches in total, of which about 40 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Southern Federal District:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Southern Federal District?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Southern Federal District, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

See also: View all beaches in Southern Federal District and create your selection by features.

What are all easy accessible beaches in Southern Federal District?

Most of the beaches located in Southern Federal District are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Southern Federal District by access:

See also the categories:

Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Southern Federal District:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Southern Federal District?

How to find uncrowded beaches in Southern Federal District?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Southern Federal District by occupancy.

Popular categories:

If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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How to view all beaches by amenities details in Southern Federal District?

How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Southern Federal District?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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