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Paralia Varkizas Beach, Athens area

See practical info for Paralia Varkizas in Athens area, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

A family beach on the Riviera

About 800 m of coarse sand with scattered pebbles and a shallow, gently sloping seabed — family-friendly — between Glyfada and Vouliagmeni. It has both free stretches and the large organized Varkiza Resort (paid entry).

One of the riviera’s biggest beach complexes, with bars, watersports, courts and a playground.

Region
Athens area, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
37.81992, 23.80962

About this beach

Paralia Varkizas is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. 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.

Paralia Varkizas is oriented towards the south, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Paralia Varkizas has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Paralia Varkizas has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Camping Varkiza, ~1807 m).

Good to know

Does Paralia Varkizas beach get windy?

Paralia Varkizas is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. 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 Paralia Varkizas beach?

Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.

What is Paralia Varkizas beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Paralia Varkizas beach have?

It has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby.

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