What is the water and sand quality of the Athenian Cascades?

The coastline of Athenian Cascades is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Athenian Cascades?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Athenian Cascades, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Athenian Cascades is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Athenian Cascades good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.Athenian Cascades does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Athenian Cascades good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Athenian Cascades secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Athenian Cascades?

The bar is located right on the Athenian Cascades.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Marcs Beach Bar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Athenian Cascades?

There are 407 places to stay in the Athenian Cascades area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Athenian Cascades include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6519321&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Langebaan Beach Towers</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=580949&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Club Mykonos</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8422517&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kaliva 314 ,Club Mykonos</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9279763&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Dalton's Langebaan</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7976878&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Spacious 3 bedroom duplex, close to Club Mykonos</a></li></ul>

How far is the Athenian Cascades from parking?

The Athenian Cascades 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 Athenian Cascades?

There are 2 attractions near Athenian Cascades that are popular with travelers. The nearest are KhoiKhoi Woman Co-Op located in 3.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Athenian Cascades?

The month with the highest temperature in Athenian Cascades is February. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Athenian Cascades (Western Cape) 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.Athenian Cascades (Western Cape) 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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Athenian Cascades

Donkergat, South Africa

7.8

#28 out of 121 in Western Cape 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Langebaan • 4.5 km

Map of beach

Park 13 Bermuda Cres

9.3km

Bar Marcs Beach Bar

9 - Excellent 100m

Restaurant Thoban Chefs

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Restaurant Boesmanland Plaaskombuis

8.2 - Very good 140m

Restaurant Taverna Oceanis

9.6 - Exceptional 200m

Restaurant The Charlie Noble Restaurant

5.6 - Pleasant 260m

Restaurant Marisol Diner

6.2 - Pleasant 270m

Restaurant Dockside Cafe And Lounge

7.2 - Good 480m

Restaurant Kapstadt Brauhaus Langebaan

8.6 - Excellent 490m

Restaurant Cape Town Fish Market Langebaan

8.4 - Very good 520m

Supermarket Checkers Laguna Mall

810m

Pet Store Petshop Science Laguna Mall

840m

Tourist Attraction KhoiKhoi Woman Co-Op

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Langebaan Tourism Bureau

10 - Exceptional 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Langebaan Beach

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Stompneus Lookout

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Hoedjieskop Museum

7.6 - Very good 9.9km

Casino Mykonos Casino

280m

Amusement Park Sunnypark Fun Park Langebaan

4.5km

Historical Landmark Old S.A.Police Station and Residence

5.2km

Historical Landmark Alabama slipway

9.8km

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About

Athenian Cascades is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 28th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 103.5 km away from its center, the city of Кейптаун. It is one of the beaches of Langebaan settlement, just 4.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.5 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

3.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Langebaan • 4.5 km

Map of beach

Park 13 Bermuda Cres

9.3km

Bar Marcs Beach Bar

9 - Excellent 100m

Restaurant Thoban Chefs

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Restaurant Boesmanland Plaaskombuis

8.2 - Very good 140m

Restaurant Taverna Oceanis

9.6 - Exceptional 200m

Restaurant The Charlie Noble Restaurant

5.6 - Pleasant 260m

Restaurant Marisol Diner

6.2 - Pleasant 270m

Restaurant Dockside Cafe And Lounge

7.2 - Good 480m

Restaurant Kapstadt Brauhaus Langebaan

8.6 - Excellent 490m

Restaurant Cape Town Fish Market Langebaan

8.4 - Very good 520m

Supermarket Checkers Laguna Mall

810m

Pet Store Petshop Science Laguna Mall

840m

Tourist Attraction KhoiKhoi Woman Co-Op

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Langebaan Tourism Bureau

10 - Exceptional 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Langebaan Beach

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Stompneus Lookout

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Hoedjieskop Museum

7.6 - Very good 9.9km

Casino Mykonos Casino

280m

Amusement Park Sunnypark Fun Park Langebaan

4.5km

Historical Landmark Old S.A.Police Station and Residence

5.2km

Historical Landmark Alabama slipway

9.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Langebaan • 4.8km from center

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520m from the beach

Dalton's Langebaan

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Langebaan • 4.1km from center

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530m from the beach

8.2 Very good

The Loft House

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Langebaan • 4.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1km 13 min walk

Calypso beach

7.7 Very good

1.2km 16 min walk

Paradise beach

7.3 Good

1.8km 23 min walk

Calypso beach II

5.9 Pleasant

4.7km

Langebaan beach

8.1 Very good

7km

Shark Bay beach

8.1 Very good

8km

West coast beach

6.8 Good

8.8km

West coast beach II

7.8 Very good

9.9km

Saldanha beach

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Langebaan • 4.5km

Main locality of province

Cape Town • 103.5km

Transport

Airport

SDB • 14.2km

Bus Station

Montezuma • 70.2km

Train Station

Halt • 9.8km

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7.8 Very good

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