Paradisos beach, Sithonia
To the left of Neos Marmaras, viewed from the sea, is Paradisos beach. On the way from Thessaloniki, you come across this beach, right at the entrance to Neos Marmaras. The name of the beach, which is becoming more and more popular with tourists. Paradisos is semi-sandy, semi-gravelly, with a bit of natural shade. As there are not many bars with loud music, the beach is dominated by the enchanting sound of the waves.
Paradise is the recipient of a blue flag awarded by the European Union for clean sea, beach and surroundings.
Paradisos beach is somewhat narrower, with a shallow water for children. The beach is tidy and ideal for families. In the hinterland there are accommodations, but not in large numbers, so this beach is usually crowded and you can enjoy peace of mind. From the beach you can watch the beautiful sunsets and swim and enjoy until dark.
Sand is both on the coast and in the water for the most part. The beach is mostly visitors with their own equipment even though the beach is well maintained and has parasols and deck chairs.
The beach is easily reached by a paved road after turning off the main road through Sithonia, the so-called A entrance to Neos Marmaras. After about 100 meters it turns right again from the road that leads straight into the city. Shortly after the turn, you arrive at the beach. At first glance, it does not promise anything spectacular, but with a leisurely stroll along the entire length behind the beach, you begin to blend in with the peace that prevails there. That way, you can get to any part of the beach by car, but very slowly, as it is more of a pedestrian zone.
On one side is a long and narrow pebbly beach, and on the other side of the road are a series of small nice hotels and villas with apartment accommodations. In front of each villa there is a cafe with chairs in the shade where you can find refreshment at any time. Everything is silent with barely perceptible background music.
At the beginning of the beach you can place your umbrella, and there may be some shade under the tree. The rest, a fairly long stretch of beach, is reserved for sun loungers, usually a particular hotel in the background. Often you can settle there for free if there are seats available. There are no crowds on the beach, so you can definitely find the place you want for yourself. The narrow beach allows you to be close to the water and enjoy the view in front of you, or to stare and relax in a quiet and peaceful environment.
Entering the water is a little tricky because of the larger rocks and quickly reaches deep, but after a short swim, the foot can touch the sandy bottom. The water is clear and the natural environment is rewarded with a blue flag. There are also several tavernas on the beach with excellent service.
In the evening, a special magic is felt, when you can watch the sun go down for a long time, and when darkness falls you are enchanted by the dim lights in the great and glittering sea.
