Have fun and relax in this small beach, take an invigorating swim
in the warm water of the Argolic Gulf and enjoy a beautiful coastal walks. Nafplio’s
town beach is called Arvanitia, a beach with gravel and small rocks pleasantly
situated between Palamidi and Acronafplia, in the south end of the town. Arvanitia
is a Greek word for Albanians.
After leading
from the beach are two scenic walks. One is the Arvanitia Promenade, a seafront
walk that starts at the beach before winding around the base of Acronafplia
castle to the Port of Nafplio. The walk only takes about 20 minutes but there
are plenty of things to see on the way. Look up at the canons that point out
toward the bay from the castle’s bastions. At another way, steps lead down
to the sea and to uninterrupted views. Watch as the sun drifts down behind the
mountains on the opposite side of the bay.
A
longer walk will take you to Karathona Beach. Follow the coastal path for about
2 miles (3 kilometers) to discover a long, sandy beach lined with palm trees.
If you are feeling active then rent watersports equipment such as kayaks and
snorkeling gear. Enjoy fresh fish and seafood at one of the traditional taverns
that overlook the beach.
Arvanitia
Beach is just a 10-minute walk from Syntagma Square, in the center of Nafplio.
Parking is available at Arvanitia Square, situated above the entrance to the
beach.
The beach offers sun loungers /
parasols, a cozy cafe, toilets, dressing rooms, etc in the summer season. It is
also fun to dive and swim from the low cliffs nearby. The beach is quite steep.
The beach area was upgraded
significantly in 2014, with a substantial amount of fine gravel at the water's
edge so that it is easier to get into the water.
There is also free parking space provided in the area. On the left
of the parking lot, one can see the gravel road, connecting the Arvanitia beach
with that of Karathona. It is a route, pleasantly through greenery and
astounding views. On the right of the parking lot, the stone-paved path leads
to the small-sized shops of Nafplio port, a step away from the waves washing
themselves ashore. The name given to the route is "the Arvanitia
route" and what is offers is an amazing view of the bay of Argolida. And on summer evenings, come here to
party!
