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Alypa Beach, Lakonia

See practical info for Alypa in Lakonia, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

The hidden cove that charmed Hollywood

Alypa is a small, hidden cove on the eastern coast of Lakonian Mani, with white pebbles and a narrow shoreline. It historically served as a little landing point for the area, well away from the crowds.

The beach gained international recognition when it was chosen as a filming location for the American film 'Tempest' (1982), directed by Paul Mazursky, whose cast included John Cassavetes and Susan Sarandon. A small pier survives at its northern end, welcoming boats.

This is a non-organized beach of white pebbles; access is by a local paved road that reaches close to the cove. A taverna operates nearby, but you should not expect full facilities, so it is worth coming prepared.

Region
Lakonia, Greece
Beach type
Pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
36.56707, 22.47709

About this beach

Alypa 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.

The shoreline at Alypa faces east, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Alypa has pebbles underfoot.

For amenities, Alypa has food nearby.

Good to know

Does Alypa beach get windy?

Alypa 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 Alypa beach?

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

What is Alypa beach like?

A pebbles beach.

What facilities does Alypa beach have?

It has food nearby.

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