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Paralia Marathonisi Beach, Zakynthos
See practical info for Paralia Marathonisi in Zakynthos, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
The turtle-shaped islet of the bay
An uninhabited islet in the Bay of Laganas that, seen from above, resembles a turtle — hence "Turtle Island". It is an important nesting site within the Marine Park.
It has two beaches: a sandy one (a nesting area, largely cordoned off) and a pebbly one, better for swimming. Reach it only by boat (~15 min) from Keri or Laganas, often combined with a turtle-watching trip.
- Region
- Zakynthos, Greece
- Beach type
- Sandy
- Access
- Boat access only
- Coordinates
- 37.68747, 20.86851
- Quiet
About this beach
Paralia Marathonisi has partial shelter in the maistros — 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 Marathonisi faces north, so it usually has natural cover from north-easterly, north-westerly and westerly winds.
Paralia Marathonisi has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water.
Good to know
Does Paralia Marathonisi beach get windy?
Paralia Marathonisi has partial shelter in the maistros — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the maistros; check live wind and waves before you go.
How do you get to Paralia Marathonisi beach?
Access is boat access only. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Paralia Marathonisi beach like?
A sandy beach with shallow water.
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