The wind generously blows brightly colored hills and heather bushes. The water is clean, transparent, sand turns into pebbles. The pastoral nature, with grazing goats in the offing, sloped cypress trees, is as unpretentious as the people living here. Here are excellent conditions for sunbathing on the beach, swimming along the impressive coastline, exploring the underwater world, the ruins of the Byzantine states, local customs, enjoying the gifts of the sea. Below you will find the rating of the best beaches in this island chain.
Located in the eastern part of the island and is a favorite vacation spot for tourists and residents of mainland Greece who come to Aegina. Marked with a Blue Flag. Next to it there is the old church of Santa Marina, in whose honor the beach and the village next to it are named.
Located in the western part of the island of Aegina, only five kilometers from its capital. The beach is divided into two parts by an improvised stone breakwater, to which fishing boats moor. From here you can go sea fishing or take a walk to the three small islands opposite Marathonas. By the way, they not only delight the eye with their beauty, but also protect the bay from seasonal winds.
The beach is located in the northernmost part of Aegina island, ten kilometers from the capital. Nearby is the busy port town of Suval, whose name comes from special containers for storing water carved into the rocks. Previously, they were used as baths with mineral water coming from a source nearby. Suvala is now famous for its thermal spas, which are considered one of the best in Europe.
Located in the western part of the island of Hydra, two kilometers from the island’s capital of the same name, where ferries from mainland Greece arrive. You can walk to the beach along a picturesque coastal path or ride on a donkey, while admiring the scenery. Also, a water taxi runs from the port directly to Vlychosa.
Located in the western part of the island of Hydra within walking distance from the port of the same name. It differs from beaches in the usual sense of the word, as it is a sheer cliff, which houses bars, restaurants and beach loungers under awnings. A stone staircase leads down from them, along which you can go down to the amazingly blue, transparent sea and rocky shore.
Located in the south of the island of Salamis next to the village of Peristeria. One of the cleanest and most beautiful beaches of the island. It is divided into two parts by a protruding pier, on which a small church of St. Nicholas lurks. In honor of her, the northern part of the beach is called St. Nicholas Beach Peristeria. This area is not equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas, but there are showers and toilets, and the coastline is regularly cleaned from debris and algae. There is a small tavern and a bar with drinks on the beach.
Mandraki is a sand and pebble beach located 2 km from the city of Hydra on the island of the same name. On its territory there are sun loungers, toilets, sun umbrellas, changing cabins and relaxation areas. There is a water sports center that trains tourists in surfing, water skiing and water volleyball. Here you can rent equipment and find out about the best places for outdoor activities.
Located in the western part of the island two kilometers from the village of Perdika and is one of the best in Aegina. This beach is even included to the list of attractions of the island due to its beauty and stunning sunsets that will remain in your memory for a lifetime.
Located in the north of the Greek island of Aegina. Not so long ago, there was only a small fishing village, and now the surroundings of the beach have become a favorite vacation spot for tourists and locals with developed resort infrastructure.
Avra, or, as it is also called, Colona is the closest beach to the island's capital, is located north of the port of Aegina. But not only because of its convenient location, it attracts a lot of tourists every year. Directly above the shore a huge column stands left from the ancient temple of Apollo, thanks to which the beach got its second name. The presence of this grandiose historical object creates a unique atmosphere and allows you to fully experience the indescribable color of ancient Hellas.