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

Karthea 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 Karthea beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Karthea 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 Karthea beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Karthea beach is partially protected from waves.There are some boats in the bay.

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

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Karthea beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.Ο Νότης is the closest place located 3900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Karthea beach?

There are 152 places to stay in the Karthea beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Karthea beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2476523&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Anamar Kea</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1911638&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sea & Stone Villas</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8396009&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Zen Blue Mills</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3458641&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vourkari Village</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3263990&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Emelia</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2329910&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elea Koundouros</a></li></ul>

How far is the Karthea beach from parking?

The Karthea beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Karthea beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 16°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Karthea beach (Kea 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.Karthea beach (Kea 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 Karthea beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Karthea beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Karthea beach with spacious multi bays

Photo of Karthea beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Karthea beach located in natural area

Karthea beach

Chavouna, Greece

6.8

#575 out of 1398 in Aegean 3

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

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Located outside the settlement

Chavouna • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area karthea Trail

1.9km

Park Kato Meria (Keas)

2km

Hiking Area Ēliobasilema

6.9km

Park Agios Seris

8.4km

Restaurant Ο Νότης

9 - Excellent 3.8km

Restaurant Το Καμπί

8.4 - Very good 4.4km

Restaurant ZERÂT KEA

8.6 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Alas

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Greek Restaurant Το Εξοχικό της Μαργαρίτας

8.4 - Very good 5.4km

Restaurant Páppus House

9.8 - Exceptional 6.1km

Restaurant Christoforos tavern - sunseteria

8.2 - Very good 6.4km

Restaurant Lygaria Farm & Kitchen

9.4 - Excellent 8.2km

Restaurant Το Σπίτι στη Χώρα

8.2 - Very good 8.7km

Supermarket Μίνι Μάρκετ "ΟΙ ΠΟΊΣΣΕΣ"

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Αβυθου

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Άγιος Αιμιλιανός

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Πλατεία Ιωάννη Καραγιάννη

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Ormos Pisa

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Sarakiniko

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Upper parking-Spring

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Upper parking Ioulis

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Πλατεία Ιουλίδας

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Σκάκι Ιουλίδας

10 - Exceptional 8.9km

Historical Landmark Doric Temple of the Pythian Apollo

90m

Historical Landmark Ancient Theatre of Carthaea

120m

Historical Landmark Archaeological Site of Karthaia

180m

Historical Landmark Akra Tamelos

6.2km

Historical Landmark ΚΑΣΤΡΟ αρχαιολογικός χώρος

9.2km

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About

Karthea beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 465th place out of 1012 beaches in the South Aegean region 55.5 km away from its center, the city of Hermupolis. It is one of the beaches of Chavouna settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Chavouna • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area karthea Trail

1.9km

Park Kato Meria (Keas)

2km

Hiking Area Ēliobasilema

6.9km

Park Agios Seris

8.4km

Restaurant Ο Νότης

9 - Excellent 3.8km

Restaurant Το Καμπί

8.4 - Very good 4.4km

Restaurant ZERÂT KEA

8.6 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Alas

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Greek Restaurant Το Εξοχικό της Μαργαρίτας

8.4 - Very good 5.4km

Restaurant Páppus House

9.8 - Exceptional 6.1km

Restaurant Christoforos tavern - sunseteria

8.2 - Very good 6.4km

Restaurant Lygaria Farm & Kitchen

9.4 - Excellent 8.2km

Restaurant Το Σπίτι στη Χώρα

8.2 - Very good 8.7km

Supermarket Μίνι Μάρκετ "ΟΙ ΠΟΊΣΣΕΣ"

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Αβυθου

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Άγιος Αιμιλιανός

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Πλατεία Ιωάννη Καραγιάννη

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Ormos Pisa

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Sarakiniko

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Upper parking-Spring

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Upper parking Ioulis

8.7km

Tourist Attraction Πλατεία Ιουλίδας

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Σκάκι Ιουλίδας

10 - Exceptional 8.9km

Historical Landmark Doric Temple of the Pythian Apollo

90m

Historical Landmark Ancient Theatre of Carthaea

120m

Historical Landmark Archaeological Site of Karthaia

180m

Historical Landmark Akra Tamelos

6.2km

Historical Landmark ΚΑΣΤΡΟ αρχαιολογικός χώρος

9.2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

4.6km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Elea Koundouros

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Chavouna • 2.7km from center

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4.8km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Sea & Stone Villas

Resort Villa

Koundouros • 2.9km from center

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5.2km from the beach

Luxe Villa Eleni, massive pool, 3' from Koundouros beach

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Chavouna • 3.3km from center

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5.3km from the beach

Koundouros Beach Studio (2)

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Chavouna • 3.3km from center

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5.8km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Koundouros Vacation Homes

Entire House

Koundouros • 3.9km from center

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5.8km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Zen Blue Mills

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Chavouna • 3.9km from center

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10.6km from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

Pelagini

Entire Apartment

Fotimari • 9.4km from center

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11.8km from the beach

OWL’S NEST/THE GREY COTTAGE

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Chavouna • 11.6km from center

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11.9km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Vourkari Village

Entire Apartment

Fotimari • 11.3km from center

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12.6km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Emelia

Entire House

Fotimari • 12.2km from center

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Minimal Apartment with a swimming pool and sea view in Koundouros

4.5km from the beach

5.5 Pleasant

Minimal Apartment with a swimming pool and sea view in Koundouros

Entire House

Koundouros • 2.6km from center

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4.9km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Anamar Kea

Hotel

Koundouros • 2.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.3 (Pleasant)

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Koundouros beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Chavouna • 1.9km

Main locality of province

Ermoupoli • 55.5km

Transport

Airport

ATH • 53.9km

Bus Station

ΓΑΛΑΖΙΑ ΑΚΤΗ • 48.7km

Train Station

Old train station Markopoulo • 50.6km

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