What is the water and sand quality of the beach cape Matapan?

The coastline of beach cape Matapan is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at beach cape Matapan?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the beach cape Matapan, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the beach cape Matapan good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.beach cape Matapan 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.

Is the beach cape Matapan 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the beach cape Matapan 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.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of beach cape Matapan?

beach cape Matapan can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Wild camping lovers </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of beach cape Matapan?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on beach cape Matapan.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Marmari Paradise Restaurant is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the beach cape Matapan?

There are 68 places to stay in the beach cape Matapan area.Some of the best hotels in the area of beach cape Matapan include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1266798&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tainaron Blue Retreat</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=172899&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Porto Mani Suites</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=277808&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kyrimai Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6253504&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Perimenis Seaside House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=413529&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kyrimi</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6536348&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Παραδοσιακος πυργος</a></li></ul>

How far is the beach cape Matapan from parking?

The beach cape Matapan 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 you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby beach cape Matapan?

There are 4 attractions near beach cape Matapan that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Páliros located in 1.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit beach cape Matapan?

The month with the highest temperature in beach cape Matapan is August. Its average value reaches 33°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 17°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

beach cape Matapan (Peloponnese Region) 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.beach cape Matapan (Peloponnese Region) 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.

Photo of beach cape Matapan with gray sand surface

Photo of beach cape Matapan with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of beach cape Matapan with small bay

Photo of beach cape Matapan with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of beach cape Matapan located in natural area

beach cape Matapan

Mianaí, Greece

6.8

#578 out of 1071 in Peloponnese, Western Greece, Ionian 4

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand Sand bottom Short mountain trail Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Marmari • 0.1 km

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Hiking Area Παραλία Μικρό Μαρμάρι

80m

Hiking Area Μονοπάτι φάρου Ταινάρου

2.6km

Park ΠΡΟΤΟΜΗ ΜΑΝΙΑΤΙΣΣΑ

6.3km

Restaurant Marmari Paradise Restaurant

9 - Excellent 280m

Restaurant Ippocambos Restaurant

8 - Very good 1.2km

Restaurant Akrotiri Taverna

8.6 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Taverna Porto

6.2 - Pleasant 1.2km

Bar Cafe Bar Spilia [[Laconia Peloponissos]] (Portokagio,Laconia,Peloponnisos)

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Akron Tenaro

8.6 - Excellent 2.4km

Restaurant Ασπάλαθος-Aspalathos

9 - Excellent 3.3km

Restaurant ΤΟ ΚΑΣΤΡΟ

8.8 - Excellent 4.2km

Restaurant Elaía

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Páliros

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Castle of Achillion

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Βράχος Σίσυφου

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Roman Baths

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Κάποι

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Cape Tainaron Lighthouse

4.2km

Tourist Attraction Kypárissos

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Αρμενόπετρα ή Καραβόπετρα

5.6km

Tourist Attraction Friatsi Beach

10 - Exceptional 7.2km

Historical Landmark Cave of Hades (Gates Of Hades)

2.7km

Historical Landmark Vatheia

3.4km

Historical Landmark Ancient Kenipolis

5.5km

Historical Landmark Ancient Kainepolis

5.5km

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About

beach cape Matapan is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 205th place out of 401 beaches in the Peloponnese region 121 km away from its center, the city of Tripoliçe. It is one of the beaches of Marmari settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

3.3 M/S

Wind

+26 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Marmari • 0.1 km

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Hiking Area Παραλία Μικρό Μαρμάρι

80m

Hiking Area Μονοπάτι φάρου Ταινάρου

2.6km

Park ΠΡΟΤΟΜΗ ΜΑΝΙΑΤΙΣΣΑ

6.3km

Restaurant Marmari Paradise Restaurant

9 - Excellent 280m

Restaurant Ippocambos Restaurant

8 - Very good 1.2km

Restaurant Akrotiri Taverna

8.6 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Taverna Porto

6.2 - Pleasant 1.2km

Bar Cafe Bar Spilia [[Laconia Peloponissos]] (Portokagio,Laconia,Peloponnisos)

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Akron Tenaro

8.6 - Excellent 2.4km

Restaurant Ασπάλαθος-Aspalathos

9 - Excellent 3.3km

Restaurant ΤΟ ΚΑΣΤΡΟ

8.8 - Excellent 4.2km

Restaurant Elaía

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Páliros

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Castle of Achillion

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Βράχος Σίσυφου

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Roman Baths

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Κάποι

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Cape Tainaron Lighthouse

4.2km

Tourist Attraction Kypárissos

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Αρμενόπετρα ή Καραβόπετρα

5.6km

Tourist Attraction Friatsi Beach

10 - Exceptional 7.2km

Historical Landmark Cave of Hades (Gates Of Hades)

2.7km

Historical Landmark Vatheia

3.4km

Historical Landmark Ancient Kenipolis

5.5km

Historical Landmark Ancient Kainepolis

5.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

22.3km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Mylos villa Mani

Akrotainaritis Rooms

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Gerolimenas • 9.2km from center

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9.3km from the beach

6.4 Pleasant

Akrotainaritis Apartments

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.5 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

380m 5 min walk

Connected beach

Marmari beach

8.3 Very good

830m 11 min walk

Connected beach

Marmari beach II

5.9 Pleasant

1.2km 16 min walk

Porto Cayo beach

6.9 Good

1.3km 17 min walk

Neoria beach

6.7 Good

1.8km 23 min walk

Vathi beach

6.4 Pleasant

1.9km 24 min walk

Vathi beach II

6.1 Pleasant

2.3km

Kalamos beach

5.8 Pleasant

2.6km

Tainaro beach

6.1 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Marmari • 200m

Main locality of province

Tripoli • 121km

Transport

Airport

KIT • 51.4km

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beach cape Matapan

Mianaí, Greece

Hiking Area Παραλία Μικρό Μαρμάρι

Hiking Area Μονοπάτι φάρου Ταινάρου

Park ΠΡΟΤΟΜΗ ΜΑΝΙΑΤΙΣΣΑ

Restaurant Marmari Paradise Restaurant

Restaurant Ippocambos Restaurant

Restaurant Akrotiri Taverna

Restaurant Taverna Porto

Bar Cafe Bar Spilia [[Laconia Peloponissos]] (Portokagio,Laconia,Peloponnisos)

Restaurant Akron Tenaro

Restaurant Ασπάλαθος-Aspalathos

Restaurant ΤΟ ΚΑΣΤΡΟ

Restaurant Elaía

Tourist Attraction Páliros

Tourist Attraction Castle of Achillion

Tourist Attraction Βράχος Σίσυφου

Tourist Attraction Roman Baths

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Κάποι

Tourist Attraction Cape Tainaron Lighthouse

Tourist Attraction Kypárissos

Tourist Attraction Αρμενόπετρα ή Καραβόπετρα

Tourist Attraction Friatsi Beach

Historical Landmark Cave of Hades (Gates Of Hades)

Historical Landmark Vatheia

Historical Landmark Ancient Kenipolis

Historical Landmark Ancient Kainepolis

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Weather

Marmari, Peloponnese, Western Greece, Ionian, Peloponnese

Hiking Area Παραλία Μικρό Μαρμάρι

Hiking Area Μονοπάτι φάρου Ταινάρου

Park ΠΡΟΤΟΜΗ ΜΑΝΙΑΤΙΣΣΑ

Restaurant Marmari Paradise Restaurant

Restaurant Ippocambos Restaurant

Restaurant Akrotiri Taverna

Restaurant Taverna Porto

Bar Cafe Bar Spilia [[Laconia Peloponissos]] (Portokagio,Laconia,Peloponnisos)

Restaurant Akron Tenaro

Restaurant Ασπάλαθος-Aspalathos

Restaurant ΤΟ ΚΑΣΤΡΟ

Restaurant Elaía

Tourist Attraction Páliros

Tourist Attraction Castle of Achillion

Tourist Attraction Βράχος Σίσυφου

Tourist Attraction Roman Baths

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Κάποι

Tourist Attraction Cape Tainaron Lighthouse

Tourist Attraction Kypárissos

Tourist Attraction Αρμενόπετρα ή Καραβόπετρα

Tourist Attraction Friatsi Beach

Historical Landmark Cave of Hades (Gates Of Hades)

Historical Landmark Vatheia

Historical Landmark Ancient Kenipolis

Historical Landmark Ancient Kainepolis

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.5 (Good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Marmari • 200m

Tripoli • 121km

Transport

KIT • 51.4km

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