How to successfully visit all the beaches around Sarti?
Sarti is considered by many as an ideal place to stay during the summer on Sithonia, both because of its beautiful town beach and the incredibly beautiful beaches that surround it. Despite the long journey to Sarti and the frequent wind that causes waves, we couldn’t list any other negatives for Sarti, and there are plenty of positives.
What does Sarti offer?
Sarti is one of the largest towns on Sithonia. It is located on the eastern coast, and the road from Vourvourou to Sarti leads through a winding path through a picturesque landscape of tall hills covered with coniferous forests. The town is on a flat area and has all the amenities needed for a pleasant summer stay.
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- Pedestrian zone, small square, shops, restaurants, taverns
- Promenade along the sea
- Long and wide sandy beach (where there is never a crowd)
- Playgrounds for children
- Accommodation for all budgets (accommodation in the strict center, but also a bit away from the crowds yet close to the beach)
All in all, we can’t think of anything missing in Sarti. Write to us in the comments if you think otherwise.
With this text, we want to help you make a plan to visit the beaches near Sarti within a distance of up to 30 km south and north of the town. Some of these beaches are among the most beautiful beaches in Sithonia and even in the whole of Halkidiki. As we mentioned, the town beach in Sarti is 3 km long, sandy, with gradually increasing depth in old Sarti and shallower waters in new Sarti. Its downside is the frequent waves.
Beaches north of Sarti
Check the list of beaches with a brief description north of Sarti in the following text.
Achlada Beach – First aid when there are waves
The first aid when there are waves on the town beach in Sarti is Achlada Beach. It is a small beach consisting of two coves that can be reached on foot. This beach is not representative of Sithonia, but it can be useful on windy days. There is parking space behind the beach. The beach has a beach bar, but there is also enough space for those who want to set up their own equipment.
Camp and Platanitsi Beach – Turquoise sea and the popular Africaffe
Three and a half kilometers north of Sarti is the Platanitsi camp, within which is the beach of the same name. This beach is windy at the same time as Sarti, so it should be avoided on those days. It is a beach with coarser sand and gradual depth, without shallows. The entrance fee for an all-day stay is around 5€ per person if you want to enter the camp by car. If you decide to park your car in front of the camp in the parking lot and walk to the beach, you will not have to pay the entrance fee. The beach is very beautiful, especially when the sea is calm. The color of the sea is turquoise. The beach is crowded during July and August, but it is large enough. There is a well-known café on the beach, Africaffe, which plays good and loud music. This beach, due to the lack of shallows, may not be among the best for families with small children, but it is excellent for the younger population. It is close to the main road, so it is best to just stop and see if it suits you and then decide whether to stay or move on. Once you enter the beach and the camp, you can use the toilets, showers, and cabins located there.
Orange Beach – One of the most beautiful beaches in northern Greece
Soon after Platanitsi beach, we come to the famous Orange beach. It is about 6 km away from Sarti. This beach is well-known. Beautiful sea color, very fine sand, long shallow waters, large crowds in the season. This beach is one of the most beautiful in northern Greece. You can choose whether to go to the northern part of the beach, which has a café and sunbeds, or the southern part, which consists of several smaller, beautiful coves. We recommend the southern part with the coves, but be sure to arrive early to secure a spot. You should arrive at the beach no later than 9 o’clock. Bring your beach equipment, water, and food. There is a large parking area next to the beach.
Mega Portokali Beach – Hidden turquoise gem through the forest
About half a kilometer from Orange beach (along the main road) is Mega Portokali beach. There is a small sign for a turn, as well as a canteen just above the beach. The path to the beach leads through the forest, and in the last part of the path, you need to descend about 30 meters down a very steep path. You can also reach this beach from Orange beach through the forest. The beach is narrow, but the water is unreal, and we recommend that you visit this beach, even if only to see it from a height if you do not want to descend to it. There is a very long shallow area in the water (up to the waist of an adult), and the sea is turquoise and very clear. There is parking space in the forest above the beach.
Dukina (Paradise) Beach – Unreal coves for early morning
Just about half a kilometer from Mega Portokali beach separates you from another unreal beach. Greeks call it Paradise beach, while we call it Dukina. There is no marked turn from the main road to this beach, so it is a good idea to enter the coordinates
- Lat.40.1255400 and Long.23.9640592 for the turn into your device.
If you do not have a GPS device, there is an expansion for parking next to the main road where there are always a few parked cars that can guide you. You can park your car in that expansion or drive another 100 meters on a dirt road and then park. From there, you have to walk to the beach and follow the path that is steep in places and leads through low vegetation. It takes about 10 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the beach, but it is worth it because the beach is one of the most beautiful in Sithonia. Turquoise water, clear sea, fine sand. There is a beach bar and sunbeds and umbrellas set up in one cove, and partially in the next one. There is a little space to leave your things in the second cove, and since this part of the coast has several coves, we suggest you take a walk, and you will immediately find a few more beautiful coves. If you arrive early, you can have them just for yourself. In the canteen, you can order a drink or something to eat, but we recommend that you bring your own if you plan to stay all day.
Armenistis Beach – Spacious beach of a famous camp
Armenistis beach is located 15 kilometers from Sarti. The beach is beautiful, wide, and long but belongs to the camp. The entrance fee is 7€ per person with one drink and a sunbed on the beach or 6€ without a drink and sunbed. It is a very nice beach, but since it is often crowded, cars park along the main road, which is quite far from the beach, so we are not sure if it should be a mandatory stop for you. You can also bring your own equipment.
Oneirou (Manassu) Beach – Complete and fancy ambiance
About 4 km after Armenistis and 19 km from Sarti is the Oneirou beach. Within this beach, there is the Manassu restaurant and bar, for which this beach is famous. The bar and restaurant are elegantly designed, in light tones, and are an excellent choice for those who like a complete beach service. The beach itself is average, with gradual depth, coarser sand, and stones in the water. The bar provides parking for guests.
Rodia Beach – Pebble beach with natural shade
Rodia beach is located just a kilometer after the Oneirou beach towards Vourvourou and 20 km from Sarti. There is a 2 km long road from the main road to reach the beach. The beach has plenty of natural shade, a bar, a kiosk with fast food and pizza, and parking. The beach is pebbly and excellent for larger groups and those who love a natural environment. The depth is gradual, but there are no shallows for children.
Bahia Beach – Hidden corner among high rocks
Bahia is 23 km north of Sarti. Soon after turning at the Bahia beach sign, you will come to a barrier and the entrance to the Porto Elea camp, and you continue to the right on a dirt and winding road for another 2 km. The beach has some natural shade from the rocks and is in a very interesting environment between high rocks. This beach is recommended only for those who love louder music and fully organized beaches, with not much space for beach equipment. There is a small parking lot at the beach, which can be full during the season, but you can park along the road near the beach.
Zografou Beach – Emerald sea in lush greenery
The turnoff for Zografou beach is the same as for Bahia beach, and you drive the same road, except this beach belongs to the Porto Elea camp, where the entrance fee is 3€ per person. There is no bar on the beach that offers light meals. There is space for guests with their equipment. The beach is nestled among high rocks and lush greenery, and the sea has a beautiful emerald color. The beach has parking.
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And so we come to Vourvourou and Fava and Karidi beaches.
Fava Beach – Wild and non-commercial beach for cove lovers
Fava is 30 km away from Sarti. There are signs on the main road for the beach that read Fava, but you can also find it on navigation and enter the following coordinates Lat.40.1846896 and Long.23.8181817 to find it easier. You can approach the beach by car for about 50m. The beach is sandy with pebbles, wild, so it is necessary to bring your equipment and water. The beach consists of several coves, does not have a long shallow area, and waves are common. If you like less commercial beaches, you will enjoy Fava.
Karidi Beach – Perfection with fine sand for families with children
At about 31 kilometers from Sarti is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sithonia, Karidi beach. It is a sandy beach with very fine sand and a long shallow area. Unlike Fava, the sea in this part is always calm. The beach is perfect for families with children. It is not organized, so be sure to bring your equipment, food, and water (there are fast food kiosks). The beach has a large parking lot in the background. It is crowded during the season, so you should arrive early to secure a good spot in the shade.
Behind Vourvourou, there are several other excellent beaches belonging to Ormos Panagias. These include:
All are beautiful and organized, with Lagonisi standing out for its beauty, while Trani Ammouda is known for its spaciousness.
As you can see, within a 30 km range to the north, there are a large number of beaches you can visit if you are staying in Sarti. If you had to narrow down your choice, do not miss: Orange, Mega Portokali, and Karidi. Lagonisi and Trani Ammouda are also among the most beautiful on the peninsula if they are not too far for you.
Bahia, Rodia, Zografou, and Oneirou beaches are a little further from the main road, all are in an interesting environment, and they are excellent for younger people and diving enthusiasts. Karidi, Orange, Lagonisi, and Mega Portokali beaches are more suitable for families with children due to the shallows.
Beaches south of Sarti
South of Sarti, there are a large number of beaches that are also among the most beautiful in Sithonia. So let’s go south in order.
Platania Beach – Wide beach without large crowds
Platania is located 1.5 km from Sarti. It is a wide, sandy beach, and apart from being shorter, it is very similar to the town beach in Sarti. There is plenty of parking space in the background, and there is never a crowd on the beach. The beach is organized.
Goa Beach – Unusual ambiance with a recognizable bar and parties
Goa is only 3 km away from Sarti. There is a dirt road about 200m long from the main road to reach it. Goa is located in a very interesting environment, between high and interesting rocks. The coast is pebbly, and there are rocks and pebbles in the water. There are no shallows. We recommend this beach for younger people and those who prefer quieter beaches. The beach has an excellent bar that plays nice music and offten organize parties in the night. There is a mini van from center of Sarti for this beach. There is no crowd on the beach, and there is plenty of parking space.
Agridia Beach – Small and quiet oasis for cove lovers
Agridia beach is 5 km away from Sarti. It is reached by a dirt road that is not ideal for low cars. Behind the beach, there is parking. The beach is small and in a quiet cove, with a small beach bar, sunbeds, and umbrellas. It is a sandy beach with a gradual depth, perfect for those who love small and less popular coves. Part of the beach is available to guests with their equipment.
Valti Beach – Perfect choice for a non-commercial vacation
Just a kilometer after Agridia beach and 6 km from Sarti is Valti beach. Less visited, uncrowded, sandy beach with plenty of space for visitors with their equipment. Perfect for lovers of non-commercial beaches.
Griavas Beach – Spacious neighbor of Valti beach
Seven kilometers from Sarti is Griavas beach. It is very similar to Valti beach, and they are within walking distance of each other.
Sykia Beach – Spacious beach with the Blue Flag
Sikia beach is 8 km away from Sarti. It is a long, very wide sandy beach with clear water. It holds the Blue Flag. Perfect for families with small children due to the shallows and fine sand. There is never a crowd on this beach. Only a small part of the beach is organized.
At 9-10 km from Sarti to the south, we come across three similarly beautiful beaches:
These are small, sandy, organized beaches with shallows. The last one, Tourkolimnionas, is the most beautiful with very fine sand and excellent shallows for children.
Klimataria Beach – Jewel of Sithonia with a long shallow area
Through a shorter path along the cliff, we reach Klimataria beach, 12 kilometers from Sarti. In our opinion, one of the most beautiful in Sithonia. The beach has parking space but is quite crowded during the season. Fine sand, long shallow area, and very clear sea are the main features of this beach. There are several restaurants by the beach, and sunbeds are provided with a drink. Check the exact location here.
Tigania Beach – Exotic atmosphere and hidden coves
About 13km from Sarti is Tigania Beach. To get there, follow the sign for the Blue Sea or Tigania Beach beach bar. You can see these signs written by hand on the road. The beach consists of three bays, one of which is nudist. The other two bays that are right next to the bar look exotic and very pleasant to stay in. With soft music in the bar on this beach, you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. You can order light meals at the bar. Access to the beach is a bit problematic, so caution is required, and it is best to park higher above the beach and go down to it.
Kriaritsi – A wide turquoise expanse behind the labyrinth
A little over 13km from Sarti, through the famous labyrinth of roads, you come to Kriaritsi beach. To get there more easily, follow the signpost to Paradisos campsite, which is located right on the beach. Navigation also works well, so you can find the beach on Google Maps and type in the route to it and it will take you there. The beach is long and wide. The beach is often windy and not crowded. The sea is turquoise, and there is plenty of parking space in the hinterland of the beach. Only a small part of the beach is landscaped.
Kalamitsi – A top-notch sea experience that you must experience
Just 15km from Sarti is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sithonia and in the whole of Halkidiki. It is Kalamitsi beach. Fine sand, clear and transparent sea. This beach needs to be experienced. It is arranged, but there is enough space for visitors with their own equipment. There is a nudist beach near the central beach.
Thalatta – A well-maintained beach at a modern campsite
Thalatta beach is located within the campsite of the same name, just a few hundred meters from Kalamitsi beach. It is a beautiful, sandy beach, similar to Kalamitsi, and the entrance fee is €3 per person. The campsite also has parking, a swimming pool, a restaurant, a bar, umbrellas and sun loungers…
About 30km from Sarti is the town of Toroni with several beautiful beaches including the town beach. The beaches around Toroni are: Destenika Tristinika Aretes They are all similar to each other, with slightly coarser sand, gradual depth, clear and calm sea and all are excellent. They are not crowded and are made for relaxation.
Although all the beaches south of Sarti are very beautiful, to narrow down your choice we suggest you definitely visit the beaches: Tourkolimnionas, Klimataria and Kalamitsi. If you like less popular beaches: Agridia and Tigania.
One serious note: It refers to the fact that during the waves, swimming on the beach in Sarti, especially in its central part, is strictly avoided. As much fun as swimming in the waves is, and as little as the number of drownings is compared to the thousands of people who visited Sarti this year, caution is really necessary in this case.
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