What is the water and sand quality of the Sfakia beach?

Sfakia beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's relatively 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 Sfakia beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sfakia 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 Sfakia 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.Sfakia beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Sfakia 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 gentle.

Is the Sfakia beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sfakia beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kochylari Bar Restaurant is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sfakia beach?

There are 164 places to stay in the Sfakia beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sfakia beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1531398&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kouros Palace</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=414309&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kordistos Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=327841&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kokalakis Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3118464&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">APARTMENTS kokalaki</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1301936&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sevoula studios</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4983888&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Appartment Anna</a></li></ul>

How far is the Sfakia beach from parking?

The Sfakia 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 Sfakia beach?

There are 4 attractions near Sfakia beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Punkt Widokowy located in 1.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Sfakia beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sfakia 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 18°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sfakia beach (Kos 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.Sfakia beach (Kos 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.

Photo of Sfakia beach with gray sand & pebble surface

Photo of Sfakia beach with turquoise pure water surface

Sfakia beach

Kámpos, Greece

5.6

#1173 out of 1398 in Aegean 3

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand & pebble Deserted Sand & Pebbles bottom Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

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Playground Playground

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Park Katafigio Agrias Zois Kefalos - Kamila - Limiona - Sfakia

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Park Inflatable water park

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Park Kamari Beach of Kefalos

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Hiking Area Mine on the hill

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Hiking Area Start Trail to Aspri Petra Cave

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Park Πηγή Καταρίχτρα

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Park Νερόμυλος Καλάμου

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Park Profitis Ilias-Katsoundria-Mesovouno-Ampella (Ko)

7.7km

Restaurant Kochylari Bar Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Kochylari Restaurant & Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 1.2km

Restaurant Kochylari beach

9.8 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Limnionas,Hafen

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Кафе Люмиона

10 - Exceptional 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurant Limnionas

9 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Kompologaki

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Cafe Sykaminia

10 - Exceptional 2km

Restaurant Κατερίνα παραδοσιακή ταβέρνα

8.8 - Excellent 2km

Supermarket Supermarket Jim

2km

Supermarket Oasis Supermarket

2.2km

Supermarket Supermarket Tsoukalis

2.4km

Supermarket Supermarket Psilos

3km

Supermarket "Nick's" supermarket

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Punkt Widokowy

1.7km

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10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Ruins of the Basilica St. Stefanos

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9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Νησάκι Καστρί Κεφάλου

9.8 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Paradise Beach Snack Bar

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Tourist Attraction Babbel area (sulfur springs)

10 - Exceptional 2.8km

Tourist Attraction Mikrolimanos Coastal Cave

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Παρεκκλήσι Αγίου Ιωάννη Θεολόγου

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Historical Landmark Ancient Theater

5.1km

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About

Sfakia beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 862th place out of 1012 beaches in the South Aegean region 196 km away from its center, the city of Ermúpoli. It is one of the beaches of Limnionas settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

3.6 M/S

Wind

+26 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Limnionas • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground

3.1km

Park Katafigio Agrias Zois Kefalos - Kamila - Limiona - Sfakia

1.5km

Park Inflatable water park

2.9km

Park Kamari Beach of Kefalos

4.1km

Hiking Area Mine on the hill

4.5km

Hiking Area Start Trail to Aspri Petra Cave

6km

Park Πηγή Καταρίχτρα

6.1km

Park Νερόμυλος Καλάμου

7.1km

Park Vigles-Agrielia-Thymianos-Richtis-Panagia Styloti (Kefalou Ko)

7.2km

Park Profitis Ilias-Katsoundria-Mesovouno-Ampella (Ko)

7.7km

Restaurant Kochylari Bar Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Kochylari Restaurant & Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 1.2km

Restaurant Kochylari beach

9.8 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Limnionas,Hafen

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Кафе Люмиона

10 - Exceptional 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurant Limnionas

9 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Kompologaki

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Cafe Sykaminia

10 - Exceptional 2km

Restaurant Κατερίνα παραδοσιακή ταβέρνα

8.8 - Excellent 2km

Supermarket Supermarket Jim

2km

Supermarket Oasis Supermarket

2.2km

Supermarket Supermarket Tsoukalis

2.4km

Supermarket Supermarket Psilos

3km

Supermarket "Nick's" supermarket

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Punkt Widokowy

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Punkt WidokowyMAGDA

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Ruins of the Basilica St. Stefanos

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Παλαιοχριστιανικές Βασιλικές Αγίου Στεφάνου

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Νησάκι Καστρί Κεφάλου

9.8 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Paradise Beach Snack Bar

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Babbel area (sulfur springs)

10 - Exceptional 2.8km

Tourist Attraction Mikrolimanos Coastal Cave

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Παρεκκλήσι Αγίου Ιωάννη Θεολόγου

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Historical Landmark Ancient Theater

5.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

2.2km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Kordistos Hotel

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Mastichari • 3km from center

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2.5km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

APARTMENTS kokalaki

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Mastichari • 3.1km from center

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2.7km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Sevoula studios

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Mastichari • 3.1km from center

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2.8km from the beach

7.4 Good

Paradise

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Limnionas • 3.1km from center

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3km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Kokalakis Hotel

Hotel

Mastichari • 3.3km from center

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4km from the beach

7.7 Very good

Kontessa Apartments

Serviced Apartment

Mastichari • 4.2km from center

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9.8km from the beach

7.1 Good

Kouros Palace

Hotel

Mastichari • 10.8km from center

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Villa Posseidon with breathtaking private Pool

11.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Villa Posseidon with breathtaking private Pool

Entire Villa

Mastichari • 12.3km from center

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11.8km from the beach

10 Exceptional

IASONAS APARTMENTS

Inn

Mastichari • 12.9km from center

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11.9km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Diamond Deluxe Apartments Mastichari

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Located at nearest locality

Limnionas • 13km from center

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12.1km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Appartment Anna

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Mastichari • 13.1km from center

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12.8km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Olympia Mare

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Mastichari • 14.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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1.3km 17 min walk

Kohilari beach

7.3 Good

1.6km 21 min walk

Limnionas beach

6.7 Good

1.7km 23 min walk

Limnionas beach II

5.8 Pleasant

2.2km

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7.8 Very good

2.4km

Camel Beach

7.9 Very good

2.7km

Paradise Beach

8.8 Excellent

2.8km

Paralia Kefalos

6.9 Good

3.3km

Lagada Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Limnionas • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Ermoupoli • 196km

Transport

Airport

KGS • 10.2km

Bus Station

Yilsa Manzara Evleri • 36.5km

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Vojta K.

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

The place is absolutely amazing and the accommodation is top-notch. It offers a sense of tranquility and utmost comfort.

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Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

The place is absolutely amazing and the accommodation is top-notch. It offers a sense of tranquility and utmost comfort.

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Sfakia beach

Kámpos, Greece

Playground Playground

Park Katafigio Agrias Zois Kefalos - Kamila - Limiona - Sfakia

Park Inflatable water park

Park Kamari Beach of Kefalos

Hiking Area Mine on the hill

Hiking Area Start Trail to Aspri Petra Cave

Park Πηγή Καταρίχτρα

Park Νερόμυλος Καλάμου

Park Vigles-Agrielia-Thymianos-Richtis-Panagia Styloti (Kefalou Ko)

Park Profitis Ilias-Katsoundria-Mesovouno-Ampella (Ko)

Restaurant Kochylari Bar Restaurant

Restaurant Kochylari Restaurant & Beach

Restaurant Kochylari beach

Restaurant Limnionas,Hafen

Restaurant Кафе Люмиона

Restaurant Restaurant Limnionas

Restaurant Kompologaki

Cafe Sykaminia

Restaurant Κατερίνα παραδοσιακή ταβέρνα

Supermarket Supermarket Jim

Supermarket Oasis Supermarket

Supermarket Supermarket Tsoukalis

Supermarket Supermarket Psilos

Supermarket "Nick's" supermarket

Tourist Attraction Punkt Widokowy

Tourist Attraction Punkt WidokowyMAGDA

Tourist Attraction Ruins of the Basilica St. Stefanos

Tourist Attraction Παλαιοχριστιανικές Βασιλικές Αγίου Στεφάνου

Tourist Attraction Νησάκι Καστρί Κεφάλου

Tourist Attraction Paradise Beach Snack Bar

Tourist Attraction Babbel area (sulfur springs)

Tourist Attraction Mikrolimanos Coastal Cave

Tourist Attraction Παρεκκλήσι Αγίου Ιωάννη Θεολόγου

Historical Landmark Ancient Theater

About

Weather

Limnionas, Aegean, South Aegean

Playground Playground

Park Katafigio Agrias Zois Kefalos - Kamila - Limiona - Sfakia

Park Inflatable water park

Park Kamari Beach of Kefalos

Hiking Area Mine on the hill

Hiking Area Start Trail to Aspri Petra Cave

Park Πηγή Καταρίχτρα

Park Νερόμυλος Καλάμου

Park Vigles-Agrielia-Thymianos-Richtis-Panagia Styloti (Kefalou Ko)

Park Profitis Ilias-Katsoundria-Mesovouno-Ampella (Ko)

Restaurant Kochylari Bar Restaurant

Restaurant Kochylari Restaurant & Beach

Restaurant Kochylari beach

Restaurant Limnionas,Hafen

Restaurant Кафе Люмиона

Restaurant Restaurant Limnionas

Restaurant Kompologaki

Cafe Sykaminia

Restaurant Κατερίνα παραδοσιακή ταβέρνα

Supermarket Supermarket Jim

Supermarket Oasis Supermarket

Supermarket Supermarket Tsoukalis

Supermarket Supermarket Psilos

Supermarket "Nick's" supermarket

Tourist Attraction Punkt Widokowy

Tourist Attraction Punkt WidokowyMAGDA

Tourist Attraction Ruins of the Basilica St. Stefanos

Tourist Attraction Παλαιοχριστιανικές Βασιλικές Αγίου Στεφάνου

Tourist Attraction Νησάκι Καστρί Κεφάλου

Tourist Attraction Paradise Beach Snack Bar

Tourist Attraction Babbel area (sulfur springs)

Tourist Attraction Mikrolimanos Coastal Cave

Tourist Attraction Παρεκκλήσι Αγίου Ιωάννη Θεολόγου

Historical Landmark Ancient Theater

Stays nearby

Hotel

Entire Apartment

Entire Apartment

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Hotel

Serviced Apartment