Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, Greece

Chelonaria Beach

Chelonaria Beach is a sandy beach known for its clear, crystal waters, beautiful nature, and impressive rock formations. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in the area and is popular during the summer months. The beach is also family-friendly, making it a great choice for those with children. Amenities at the beach include a beach bar, sunbeds, and umbrellas.

Explore accommodation options near Chelonaria Beach and enjoy its stunning rock formations and family-friendly atmosphere.

One unique feature of Chelonaria Beach is the presence of sea turtle eggs. This has led to calls for more organized protection measures to ensure the safety and survival of the turtles. However, despite these concerns, the beach remains open to the public.

What to do at Chelonaria Beach?

Amenities

Chelonaria Beach amenities include loungers.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty of the beach, particularly its clear, crystal waters, beautiful nature, impressive rock formations, and excellent sand. The presence of sea turtles, especially baby ones, adds to the beach's charm. However, visitors express concern about the lack of protection for the sea turtles and their eggs.

Where to Stay near Chelonaria Beach?

Visitors to Chelonaria Beach often stay in the nearby town of Kyparissia, which offers a range of accommodation options from hotels to cozy guesthouses. Many also choose to stay in Kalo Nero, a charming village just a short drive from the beach, allowing easy access to both the beach and local attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Chelonaria Beach?

Latitude: 36.9203843 / Longitude: 21.9321693

Chelonaria Beach is located in Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian. The following map of Chelonaria Beach shows the exact location.


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Chelonaria Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today is an excellent day to visit Chelonaria Beach. Expect very high temperatures, with a maximum of 39.1 °C. The skies will be almost clear, offering plenty of sunshine. The sea temperature is a comfortable 26.1 °C, ideal for swimming, and the waves are calm. Be sure to apply sunscreen, as the UV index will reach a high of 8.35. The light breeze will offer a small amount of relief from the heat.
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Air

Low / High28.8°C/39.1°C
Feels Like (High)40.8°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature26.1 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:33/20:44
Sunshine Hours13.0 hrs
UV Index8.35
Cloud Cover3%
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Wind

Speed16.5 km/h
Gusts27.7 km/h
DirectionNW

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