Mavrovouni Beach
Παραλία Μαυροβουνίου
A long sandy beach stretching several kilometres south of Gytheio, with a sea turtle nesting area and kitesurfing; the best swimming beach on the east side of Mani.
Mavrovouni Beach extends about 6 km south from the southern outskirts of Gytheio. It is one of the few long sandy beaches on the Mani Peninsula, with beach bars and restaurants in the northern section and a quieter southern section. It is a nesting ground for loggerhead sea turtles, and in summer parts of the beach are fenced off with markers. At night, do not use bright lights or leave umbrella holes in the sand. The wind often picks up in the afternoon, attracting kitesurfing enthusiasts. It is about 25 minutes' drive from Areopoli.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Gytheio & Marathonisi Island
- Dimitrios Shipwreck
- Kelefa Castle
- Oitylo
- Limeni
- Areopoli Old Town
- Diros Caves (Vlychada)
- Tigani Peninsula & Castle of Maina