The best beaches of Feodosia in Crimea
Theodosia is a beautiful resort on the south-eastern coast of Crimea. The favorable climate allows tourists to relax here with great comfort. It is not surprising that the city is famous for a variety of beaches, because swimming in the sea is the main entertainment of holidaymakers. In this article, you will learn which beach areas offer noisy entertainment, where you can soak up the sunshine in peace and tranquility, and also get acquainted with a detailed description of popular beaches and their locations.
General information about beach areas
On the map, Feodosia can be found near Simferopol, and Kerch is also nearby. You can get to the resort on any transport from any corner of the Crimea. The best period for rest here is the end of June and July. The city itself, like its surroundings (Beregovoe, Primorskoye, and so on), is included in the so-called Great Theodosia. Feodosia beaches include all the coast from Cape St. Ilya. Fifteen kilometers of the coastal zone are divided into sections, each of which has its own name and infrastructure.
Landscapes here are not too picturesque, hills and steppes prevail, but this coast is known for “golden sands”.
Most recreation areas are domesticated. There are not many wild sites.. The disadvantages of local beaches include their location along the railway (within the city) and along the highway to Kerch (in the vicinity). The advantage is the availability of virtually all recreation areas.
Entry everywhere is free. Anyone who settles in the boathouse near the sea, will be able to freely walk on different beaches, choosing the best. And the one who will live in another area will be able to get to any of them by bus or minibus. He will not have to wander along winding paths, since the sea will each time end up near the bus stop.
Important! An ordinary tourist will not be able to get only to the closed beach areas belonging to hotels and sanatoriums. Only guests of the rooms can relax there. However, the variety of beaches open to all comers can already cause confusion.
The beaches within the city are sandy. Some have impurities of small pebbles and shells. These are artificially created and fully equipped recreation areas. This group includes the beaches “Children's”, “Bounty”, “Pearl”, “Scarlet Sails”, and of course, “Pebbles”. Only services are paid for here (inventory rental, shower, toilet). You can eat and quench your thirst in cafes or bars. For the entertainment of tourists there are various attractions.
The beaches with soft sand and a comfortable entrance to the sea are considered the best. This is the "Golden Beach" and "Disco-117". The shallow water depth at the shore and the pleasant coverage of the recreation area make the stay here unforgettable. You can retire in the "wild" territory. The absence of noisy tourists, clear water, harmony with nature - someone just likes this kind of rest. Consider the beach area of Feodosia in more detail. So you can choose for yourself the best option.
Varieties
Urban
"Central"
This is the most popular place. Another beach name is "Pebbles". It stretches along a busy promenade. Not far from the beach area are catering establishments, souvenir shops, buildings of boarding houses and hotels. The size of the beach is quite large - about 1 kilometer. The covering is small pebbles, which at the entrance to the sea turns into soft sand.
The shore is shallow, which increases the level of safety for children and pensioners.There are awnings, changing rooms, showers, toilets. For a fee, you can hire a sun lounger and umbrella. For children, there are entertainment areas with attractions. Adults can ride catamarans.
The downside of this zone is problem with sewer system. Sometimes rest spoil unpleasant odors. In addition, some argue that the water here is dirty, because of which the appearance of ailments after swimming in the sea. You can get to the embankment by taking bus number 3, 15, 40 or 40A. You need to get off at the stop "White Acacia".
"Children's"
After Central beach is located, which is called the first urban. The second name is “Children's”. This name was given to this zone by chance. The shallow water here stretches for a few meters from the entrance to the sea, which allows children to frolic safely in the water near the shore. Also, parents will be pleased with the soft sand and impeccable cleanliness, which is extremely important for family holidays.
There are all amenities, attractions. From the pier you can go on a boat trip.
"Scarlet Sails"
This beach is called family. The seating area is impressive. There are nice fences, a special design style. Bright umbrellas are set neatly and symmetrically. You can walk along smooth paths, relax on benches in the shade of trees or under sheds. The territory is decorated with greenery, flower beds with beautiful lanterns.
There are playgrounds for active games (volleyball and so on). For children are happy rides. In the rental issued various means for swimming. Diving Center invites you to explore the underwater world. The tour desk sells various tours. There are cafes, kiosks with various trifles, luggage storage, Wi-Fi and even massage services.
Perfect cleanliness is observed, smoking is allowed only in designated places. There is a rescue service and medical center. Equipped with a descent for people with disabilities. Tourists who have been here, praise the level of service and quality of rest. To this beach from Feodosia the bus No. 106 goes. You should get off at the stop "Track".
"Pearl"
This large (800 meters) and comfortable beach has received such a name not by chance. The fact is that its cover can be called shell rock. Of course, there is sand here too, but on the whole the territory has an amazing pearl shade. The entrance to the water is shallow. The coast is quite small. Thanks to this, you can relax with children without worrying about their safety.
There are all amenities, sanitary zones, beach equipment. Grab a snack at a nearby cafe.
"Bounty"
Behind the beach with shells there is a recreation area with a no less beautiful name - “Bounty”. Despite the modest size of the territory (300 meters), the site has excellent infrastructure. The beach is sandy, with floorings of boards. Log into the sea is pleasant.
The information board indicates the temperature indicators of water and air, offers various excursions, coordinates of good cafes, invitations for massage, and so on. Shuttle taxis number 13, 13A and 106 are coming here. You should get off at the bus station. Then you just need to cross the railway over the bridge, and you will find yourself at the entrance to the territory of the "paradise" beach area.
"Cote d'Azur"
This beach has been around for a long time, but every year it is updated. There are many places, a two-level zone. The first level is the sandy-shell coast. The second level is located slightly higher under the eaves. It has a concrete coating. Come on him, climbing the stairs.
Smoking is controlled, the area is quite clean and well appointed. From water entertainment is offered riding on the "banana" and jet skis. For a fee, you can use the shower, toilet, dressing room. Sun beds and umbrellas are available for hire. There is a first-aid post, a cafe.
The disadvantage of this recreation area lies in the fact that after 6:00 pm, the sunbed chairs rented have to be handed back. Therefore, if you want to enjoy the evening swim, only a towel will remain at your disposal.You can get to the beach by bus from Komsomolsky Park. After stopping you need to overcome the railway.
Private
As already mentioned, the beach areas of most hotels and resorts are closed for mass visits. Entry into the private sector is allowed only to those who live in the building. However, there are exceptions.
Sunrise
This beach belongs to the hotel-restaurant Sunrise. The site is not too large, but well maintained. Anyone can get here in the afternoon for free. Pleasant sand, fun water rides, sports fields - everything has a wonderful rest. And also allowed to go to restaurants and bars. In the evening, sometimes the entrance is limited due to club events.
"Dynamo"
This is a small sandy area belonging to the recreation center "Dynamo". The site is small (only 300 meters), but sufficient width allows you to accommodate a decent number of tourists. Admission is free, the water is clean, the slope is gentle. You can change clothes in a free booth, and a snack - in a cozy cafe. There are paid showers and toilets. But there are no umbrellas and chaise lounges here, only hard deck chairs are available for hire, so most of the guests bring large towels with them.
It is especially convenient to visit this site for those who live near Komsomolsky Park. Recreation area is not far from it. You can also get here by bus. You should get off at the Dynamo bus stop.
Wild
"Suvorin stones"
This is a fairly wide and flat area with small pebbles. The disadvantage can be called uncomfortable access to the sea. At the bottom there are quite sharp stones, algae. In some places you can even stumble on pieces of slabs. On the one hand, the territory is separated by a high wall of concrete with graffiti. For family holidays, this site is not suitable. But the company of young people, as well as those who do not like the hustle and bustle of popular beach areas, sometimes spend time here.
The territory is located near the Komsomolsky Park. You can get here through the embankment.
"Gerbil"
This zone is located behind the village of Primorsky. The plot is quite large. The entrance to the water is comfortable, the depth does not come abruptly. There is no infrastructure here, so you should think in advance about what you will be lying on and so on. Catering establishments are far from here, therefore, going to such wild places, better to bring water and some food. You can get to the place by bus number 106.
You need to get off at the last stop. Then the tourist will have a walking tour (about 3 kilometers).
Cape Chumka
This beach is also not equipped. However, many tourists like a small cove with clear and calm water. Pebble beach cover. The entrance to the water is sandy-stony. You should be careful, because here and there fragments of mooring structures can be seen in the water. The site is located within the city. Shuttle taxis No. 1, 14, 2A and 15 are traveling to it. You need to get off at the “City Hospital No. 1” bus stop.
Cape St. Elias
This site is far from the city. However, those who want to admire the picturesque scenery away from the bustling city, are not afraid of distance. Cape St. Elias has a rich past. This place is shrouded in legends and secrets. Here you can see the ancient lighthouse and Scythian burial mounds.
The coast is uneven, there are both stones and hills, and quite smooth sand and pebble segments. There is no infrastructure, of course, therefore the cleanliness of the territory is on the conscience of the holidaymakers. To get here, you need to get to the fortress Kafa (stop "City Hospital"), then have to walk 2 km to the east.
Anyone who drives a private car can simply load the coordinates of the terrain into the navigator.
Best beaches
"Santa Cruz"
On the way to the Coastal you can see this comfortable beach. It is located after the territory of the boarding house "Ukraine". Very spacious sandy area is well-kept and clean. For small campers built a large wooden frigate for games.. Kids can splash in an inflatable pool that looks like an octopus. Sun loungers with umbrellas lined up in straight rows. There are rescue and medical facilities, a small cafe, cabanas.
Behind the fence there is a parking that allows you to drive up to the beach area by private transport.
"117 km"
Next to the beach, Sunrise has another great seating area. Here is a beach entertainment complex with the unusual name "Club 117". This place harmoniously combines crumbly sand, beautiful shells and abundant greenery, creating a pleasant shade and pleasing the view of holidaymakers. For a fee, you can borrow beach equipment.
You can take part in sports games or water rides. Cafes offer mouth-watering meals and refreshments. There are showers, changing rooms, toilets, massage cabins.
Sea access is shallow, although in some places there is a rocky bottom. The water is clean.
Golden Beach
This zone belongs to the camp site with the same name. It is located near the Coast, behind the Dolphinarium "Nemo". You can rent a room at a local hotel or stay at the base. The coast consists of golden, crumbly sand and seashells. The slope is gentle. Tourist houses are right on the beach, which allows you to immediately be on the beach without obstacles.
The recreation area is perfect for families with children. In order to ensure the safety of small vacationers in the sea, buoys are installed protecting the shallow areas of the sea. At 8 o'clock in the morning over the loudspeaker, the administration welcomes everyone, reports the weather for the day, the temperature of the water, and also invites everyone to do group warm up exercises. It is worth noting that due to the popularity of this place the beach is often crowded. In this case, the tourist will have to rest in the neighboring territory.
You can get to the recreation center and its beach area by taxi No. 106.
Reviews
Judging by the reviews of holidaymakers, the cost of services at various Feodosia beaches varies, namely:
- chaise lounge rent - from 50 rubles per hour;
- toilet visit - from 10 rubles;
- opportunity to take a shower - from 30 rubles;
- luggage storage services - from 50 rubles per hour.
Parking are both paid and free. Along the Kerch highway are free parking. This is just the area that combines several good beaches with "golden" sand. If you find it difficult to decide which of the many beach areas to choose for recreation, you can listen to experienced tourists. They advise first of all to visit one of three options: Sunrise, “Scarlet Sails” or “117 km”.
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