Looking at the coast of Attica for long beaches to take a comfortable swim without being affected by the crowds, you will find that you have many good choices. Clear waters and golden sand await you and your family for a relaxed and pleasant one-day stay.
Large beaches, even an hour away from the center of Athens, offer you what you need in the heat of the summer. In most cases, you also find parking very comfortable.
So if you don’t want to choose a more deserted and remote beach, you can visit a more spacious and spread out beach and have a great time without feeling surrounded by lots of people. Here are four of the very good options you have.
Psatha beach
One of the most popular beaches of Attica will delight you. It is located under the dense pine forest of Mount Patera, in the Corinthian Gulf, and is ideal for families. It is about 1 hour from Athens, and as soon as you arrive, you will encounter clean, crystal clear waters and pebbles that sparkle under the Attic sun. Because it is long, it leaves no room for crowding; you will surely enjoy your dives, and it will become your hangout easily for all that it offers. Ideal beach for your Sunday stroll.
Charakas Beach
Harakas beach is huge and specifically one of the largest in Attica. It’s shallow, with sand and plenty of space. It is located on the border of the Municipalities of Lavrio and Keratea, 65 km from the center of Athens. It is undoubtedly a wonderful beach with enough peace, suitable for your first dives. The waters of Haraka are crystal clear, and the beach is endless for children to enjoy. In the summer, you will certainly go more than once or twice.
Brexiza Beach
It is a beach that has been awarded for the last 10 years with a Blue Flag. The long beach of Brexiza in Nea Makri is named after the archaeological site – a temple dedicated to the Egyptian Gods – and is an excellent choice for a quick visit with the children. Sandy and comfortable, it takes you on a journey to exotic places with the impressive palm trees that cool it with their shade. On the boardwalk by the beach, you can also walk or run with your bike.
Legraina Beach
Heading towards Sounio and just before you reach the idyllic Temple of Poseidon, you will meet the equally idyllic beach of Legreina with the blue waters and the special landscape. It is an extremely spacious beach, in length and width, without crowds and facilities, with everything you need and the children to enjoy your swim, while keeping the necessary distances from the other swimmers
Equip yourself with a good mood and get ready for a dip next to your house…
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best uncrowded beaches in Attica include Psatha Beach, Charakas Beach, Brexiza, and Legreina. These beaches are spacious and spread out, offering clear waters and golden sand while remaining less crowded than central Athens beaches. Most are located within an hour of Athens city center and offer comfortable parking facilities.
The beaches in Attica vary in distance from Athens. Psatha Beach is approximately 1 hour away, Charakas Beach is about 65 km from the center, Brexiza in Nea Makri is easily accessible, and Legreina is located on the way towards Sounio. All are conveniently reachable for a comfortable day trip.
Yes, Brexiza Beach in Nea Makri is an excellent family-friendly choice. It has been awarded a Blue Flag for the last 10 years, features sandy shores, shade from impressive palm trees, and includes a boardwalk where you can walk or bike. The beach is ideal for children and offers all necessary facilities.
Charakas Beach is one of the largest beaches in Attica, featuring shallow waters and sandy shores with plenty of space. Located 65 km from Athens on the border of Lavrio and Keratea municipalities, it offers crystal clear waters, is extremely spacious, and provides the perfect environment for children's first swimming experiences.
Legreina Beach, located on the way towards the Temple of Poseidon in Sounio, is extremely spacious in both length and width. It features blue waters, special landscapes, and remains uncrowded while offering all necessary facilities, making it ideal for swimmers wanting maximum space and distance from other beachgoers.
