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Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis, Athens area

See practical info for Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis in Athens area, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

An upscale organized beach with an ancient temple

About 400 m of fine sand with shallow, clear water — one of the most upscale organized (private, paid-entry) beaches on the Athens Riviera, set among pines. It has operated as a beach since 1959.

Its distinctive feature: the Temple of Apollo Zoster (6th c. BC) sits within the beach grounds — the name "Zoster" is tied to the myth of Leto loosening her belt (zoster) here.

Region
Athens area, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
37.80924, 23.77337

About this beach

Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis 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.

Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis is oriented towards the west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Camping Varkiza, ~2342 m).

Good to know

Does Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis beach get windy?

Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis 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 Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis beach?

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

What is Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Astir Beach / Asteras Vouliagmenis beach have?

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

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