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Paralia Kato Nisi Beach, Lakonia

Paralia Kato Nisi beach, Lakonia, Greece
Paralia Kato Nisi — Amalia1984, CC BY-SA 4.0

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

Golden sand and cedars facing Mani

Kato Nisi beach, also known as Panagia, lies on the western side of Elafonisos, in Lakonia, facing the coasts of Mani. It is a long strip of fine golden sand, around 1,200 metres, spread out before dunes and a rare cedar forest.

Above the sand stands the picturesque chapel of Panagia, which gives the beach its second name. Small rocky islets rise within the bay; according to local tradition, the area was linked to the Cyclopes and the islets were called the 'Cyclops' stones'. In winter, rainwater collects to form a small lake that locals call Limnitsa.

Access is by road and there is parking nearby, while seasonal facilities operate in sections. Cafes and tavernas are in the area, and there is shade on parts of the beach.

Region
Lakonia, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
36.49248, 22.94192

About this beach

Paralia Kato Nisi has partial shelter in the meltemi — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. 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 Paralia Kato Nisi faces north-west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and westerly winds.

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

For amenities, Paralia Kato Nisi has an organised beach, sunbeds, natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby.

Good to know

Does Paralia Kato Nisi beach get windy?

Paralia Kato Nisi has partial shelter in the meltemi — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. 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 Kato Nisi beach?

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

What is Paralia Kato Nisi beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Paralia Kato Nisi beach have?

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

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