Marathias Beach is a remote beach located at the end of a 3km dust road. Despite its distance from the main road, it is a popular destination for locals and sea-faring visitors. The beach is known for its tranquility, particularly during the peak season, as it remains relatively uncrowded.
The beach's natural characteristics include a sandy, clean shoreline with a soft sand bottom, devoid of rocks. The water at Marathias Beach is shallow and typically waveless, making it an excellent choice for families with children. However, the water quality may vary, with some reports of it being dirty or foamy.
Access to Marathias Beach can be challenging due to the poor condition of the road leading to it. It is recommended for visitors to use a bike or a 4x4 vehicle, or any vehicle with good ground clearance, to reach the beach.
Despite its natural beauty, Marathias Beach is unmanaged and lacks amenities such as showers or beach bars. Additionally, parking may be limited due to the space being occupied by locals' tents. It's important to note that the beach's condition may improve during high tide.
Marathias Beach amenities include parking.
Visitor reviews highlight the tranquility and unspoiled nature of the beach, with its lack of crowds even during peak season, and its clean, sandy terrain being particularly appreciated. The shallow, waveless water and soft sand bottom make it an excellent choice for families with children. However, visitors complain about the poor condition of the access road and occasional issues with water cleanliness.
Latitude: 39.9473324 / Longitude: 23.9330468
Marathias Beach is located in Macedonia and Thrace. The following map of Marathias Beach shows the exact location.
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