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Paralia Santovas Beach, Messinia

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

Santova

Santova beach lies at Avia, about 12 kilometres south of Kalamata, on the road towards the Messinian Mani. It is a narrow shore of pebbles and coarse sand with shallow water.

It has become one of the most cosmopolitan beaches in the area, with a run of beach bars that set the tone of the place. About 700 metres long, it draws a crowd that comes for music and buzz.

It is organized, with seasonal umbrellas and sunbeds, a beach bar, a café, seasonal showers and toilets, and parking nearby.

Region
Messinia, Greece
Beach type
Sand & pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
36.94989, 22.14275

About this beach

Paralia Santovas 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 Paralia Santovas faces west, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.

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

For amenities, Paralia Santovas has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade and parking nearby.

Good to know

Does Paralia Santovas beach get windy?

Paralia Santovas 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 Paralia Santovas beach?

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

What is Paralia Santovas beach like?

A sand & pebbles beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Paralia Santovas beach have?

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

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