Christmas means snow, a fireplace, and a cozy atmosphere. For everyone! Not for everyone! Winter swimming has its audience, and some are looking for their destinations to spend the holidays in their way. In their favorite place: the sea. Our country also offers many options for winter swimmers either in mainland Greece or on an island even near Athens. Everyone can choose the one that suits him best.
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Christmas destinations for winter swimming!
Kalamata
One of the most favorite winter-summer destinations that rightly wins the appreciation and love of winter swimmers. Kalamata has everything you want to have a good time during the Christmas holidays but at the same time make your dive. It is no coincidence that if you find yourself on the beach in winter, you will see many enjoying swimming in its waters.
Kalamata is an alternative Christmas destination, which means that on the plus side, you will find good prices in accommodation and restaurants while you can find where to stay even by closing last minute.
If you have planned a vacation in Kalamata, it is worth seeing:
- Travel to Kalamata: The charismatic metropolis of Greece
- One of the most beautiful houses in the Mediterranean is located in Kardamili
- Vathia: The tower town in Mani that belongs to four families
For winter swimming in Crete
Crete may be the top destination for winter swimmers in all areas, due to climate and good temperature. In the mountainous villages of Crete, they may drink raki and eat traditional appetizers next to the stove, but on the beaches, winter swimmers do not stop swimming all year round.
The mild climate of the island helps those who do not love very low temperatures in their winter bath. On the plus side, apart from the beaches is the fact that Christmas in Crete is special. Events, customs and traditions come alive and await visitors. The choices in areas and villages are many and if you have several days at your disposal, you can divide the days between different prefectures.
If you have planned a vacation in Crete, it is worth seeing:
- Crete in winter: 5+2 things you can enjoy better
- Mitata: The impressive ancient mountain lodgings in Crete
- Apokoronas Chania: Dozens of unique villages that combine mountain and sea
Aegina island
Nearby and all-time classic destination all year round. It comfortably enters the list of Destinations for winter swimming since surely one of the beaches can become their refuge for winter dives. Kavouropetra is one of the beaches chosen by winter swimmers on the island.
Aegina comes alive at Christmas as many of those who live in Athens and maintain a home on the island visit it to spend these days. It may not be a very popular tourist destination for the winter but if you are a winter swimmer, you will find what you are looking for.
If you have planned a vacation in Aegina, it is worth seeing:
- Travel to Aegina: Beautiful beaches, good food, nightlife and vintage atmosphere
- The legend with the 365 churches in the unknown castle town of Attica
- The beach... Choris ammoudia (without sand)
Rhodes
Last but not least in the order of the article, Rhodes Island has been classified as one of Europe's best choices for winter swimmers. It is a choice that you better make if you have more days at your disposal, as it has a lot to see and do beyond visiting the beaches for swimming.
Rhodes, too, since it is mainly a summer destination, can offer very good services at lower prices in winter and enjoy the holidays in luxury but at an affordable cost. What is certain, however, is that you will promise to return here in the summer.
If you have a vacation planned in Rhodes, it is worth seeing:
- Rhodes – Old Town: The different beauty of the island of the Knights in winter
- Filerimos: The ancient Acropolis is awe-inspiring and travels you back through the centuries
- Villa de Vecchi: The Famous Tenants and a Special Story – Stunning images
Winter swimming: The multiple benefits
Put winter swimming in your life - always in moderation and after you feel good about doing it. It helps from cardiovascular function to sleep quality. Some of the benefits of winter swimming are:
- The immune system is strengthened
- Energy levels increase
- Traffic is improved
- Inflammation is reduced
- Metabolic function is improved
- Improves mood
- The body's resistance to colds increases
- Better musculoskeletal flexibility
- Better stress management
- Feeling freshness of the skin
- Improved sleep quality
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