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Karathona Beach, Argolida
See practical info for Karathona in Argolida, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
Nafplio’s long beach
Fine pebbles with sandy patches and shallow water — ideal for families with small children — and Nafplio’s longest beach (~2-3 km), curving behind the Palamidi rock.
An organized centre with a lifeguard, but large free zones remain. Access ~4-5 km from town (parking, KTEL bus, or the Arvanitia seaside walk). Palm trees, the tiny Pontikonisi islet offshore, and a Blue Flag.
- Region
- Argolida, Greece
- Beach type
- Sandy
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 37.54168, 22.82043
- Organized beach
- Beach bar
- Sunbeds
- Parking
- Family friendly
About this beach
Karathona usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.
The shoreline at Karathona faces west, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.
Karathona has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.
For amenities, Karathona has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade and parking nearby. It has a Seatrac assisted-access unit for accessibility — confirm it is in service before travelling.
Good to know
Does Karathona beach get windy?
Karathona usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the meltemi; check live wind and waves before you go.
How do you get to Karathona beach?
Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Karathona beach like?
A sandy beach with shallow water.
What facilities does Karathona beach have?
It has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby.
Is Karathona beach wheelchair accessible?
It has a Seatrac assisted-access unit for reaching the water. Confirm it is in service before visiting.
Open the app for live recommendation score, wind exposure, waves, best time of day and nearby alternatives.
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- Gialasi Sand & pebbles - Easy road access
- Kalamaki Sand & pebbles - Easy road access
- Lepitsa Sandy - Easy road access
- Neraki Pebbles - Moderate access
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