Beaches in Patras and the surrounding areas

Discover the best seaside locations in Patras

In Patras and the surrounding locations, one can find many beautiful seaside locations to enjoy the Greek sun and the beautiful sea. There are many options ranging from golden sandy beaches to blue-grey rocky ones.

The closest beach to the city center is called Plaz and attracts many residents of Patras on a daily basis.

Beaches which are located to the West of Patras, like Kalogria, Kato Achaia, Lakkopetra and Gianniskari, are warm sandy beaches with shallow waters. At the East side of Patras there are beaches with cold, deep waters and rocky coast. Agios Vasillios, Dimorigopoulos, Psathopirgos & Rodini are good examples of such beaches.

Unfortunately, there aren’t any “Blue Flag” beaches in the Municipality of Patras, but several can be found in nearby locations. The nearest “Blue Flag” beaches West of Patras (and very close to Araxos Airport) are Kalogria, Lakkopetra and Tigania beach, while on the East side,  Aliki, Digeliotika and Punta.

Patrasinfo.com presents the region’s most popular seaside locations. Get a beach towel, sunglasses, a good sunscreen and let yourself go at the relaxing sound of sea waves.