Fava Beach(Fava)

Located in the coastal village of Vourvourou on the eastern coast of the Sithonia peninsula in Greece, Fava Beach is a long beige sand beach with many rocky portions. The beach is positioned on the shores of the Singitic Gulf and has a beautiful backdrop of many interesting rocky formations and forested mountains, which together provide incredible views of Mount Athos and the Aegean Sea.

Fava Beach does not have lifeguards or any other amenities, so plan your trip accordingly.

Fava Beach offers several fun activities, including sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, hiking, and fishing.  If you are planning to go into the water, we recommend being careful, as the water is known to have rocky bottoms. If you enjoy fishing, you may catch a variety of fish.   Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  Fava Beach is ideal for visitors looking for a tranquil beach experience, as this beach sees fewer visitors than other nearby beaches.  Dogs are allowed if they are on a leash, and it is open from sunrise until sunset.

Fava Beach does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Fava Beach is easy - the beach has a paid parking lot located at Vourvourou 630 78, which provides easy access to the beach.

Fava Beach is a perfect spot for enjoying the sunset over the Sithonia shoreline.

There are many attractions near Fava Beach.  Stone Forest in Greece is a unique natural wonder, consisting of layers of rock formations resembling trees at an altitude of 1,500 meters, formed by the erosion of limestones in an alpine environment.  The Shipwreck in Kalamitsi is positioned near Kalamitsi Beach on the Sithonia Peninsula, where divers can explore the remnants of a local ship commonly referred to as “the Turkish wreck."  The ship was cut into two pieces and separated underwater by a pointed mass of rocks, which reached a depth of half a meter below the surface.  Koukos Canyon Trail is a dog-friendly, two-mile-long, moderately challenging hiking trail that meanders through a steep and rocky Koukos Hill where hikers can explore the remains of prehistoric city walls that surround a settlement and that offer incredible views of village Sykia.  The Historical and Folklore Museum of Sarti has a gallery that displays interesting exhibits on the history and culture of the village of Sarti through historic artifacts, photographs, and related memorabilia.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, Sarti is a small coastal village on the eastern coast of Sithonia with a 3-kilometer-long shoreline where visitors can enjoy many fun activities, including swimming, fishing, snorkeling, hiking, and providing incredible views of the Aegean Sea and Mount Athos.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants within an eight-minute drive of Fava Beach.  Thymari Restaurant serves amazing Greek food.  Il Mondo Pizza has outdoor seating areas and serves incredible pizzas, salads, and pastas.  Anchor Foodbar offers an outdoor seating area and serves all-day menus, including amazing eggs, omelets, French toast, pasta, risotto, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Mandala Alter Tavern has an outdoor seating area and serves incredible Mediterranean food.  Gousto Restaurant Pool Bar offers an outdoor seating area and serves salads, pizzas, pasta, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby restaurant, Melia Restaurant serves amazing Greek food.

If you are looking for a hotel near Fava Beach, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 4-Star Afisia Villas is 35 minutes away by car and offers several amenities including an outdoor pool and outdoor seating areas.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Talizeti Apartments, which offers several amenities, including an outdoor pool and a restaurant.  Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Aristea Studios, which has a few amenities including a terrace and a restaurant.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Thalassa Boutique Hotel, which offers a few amenities including an outdoor pool, a sundeck, a garden with sun loungers, and a restaurant.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star Sarti Beach Hotel offers several amenities including two pools, a yoga room, and a restaurant with a terrace.