Simos Beach, Elafonisos
Elafonisos, Greece
Two sandy bays on Elafonisos separated by a narrow sandy spit, with shallow turquoise water and dunes backed by sea cedar. Reach the island by the short ferry from Pounta, and stay on the marked paths to protect the dunes.
- Nearest town
- Elafonisos, Greece
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 36.4670, 22.9400
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June, September and December. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Simos CampingCampsite3 km from Simos Beach, ElafonisosTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- ΣίμοςMotorhome stopover4 km from Simos Beach, ElafonisosMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · MonemvasiaMotorhome stopover7 km from Simos Beach, ElafonisosMotorhomes
All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Simos Beach, Elafonisos?
Simos Beach, Elafonisos is in Elafonisos, Greece, at GPS 36.4670, 22.9400. It is about 27 km from Monemvasia.
Can you camp near Simos Beach, Elafonisos?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Simos Camping, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Simos Beach, Elafonisos?
Simos Beach, Elafonisos is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Peloponnese south: Monemvasia, Sparta, Mystras and the Mani.
What is there to see near Simos Beach, Elafonisos?
Places worth a stop nearby: Monemvasia (26 km), Vathia Tower Village (41 km), Cape Tainaron (42 km) and Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach (47 km).
When is the best time to visit Simos Beach, Elafonisos?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)