The best beaches of Feodosia in Crimea
Feodosia is a wonderful resort on the south-east coast of Crimea. The favorable climate allows tourists to relax here with great comfort. It is not surprising that the city is famous for its diverse beaches, because swimming in the sea is the main entertainment of vacationers. From this article you will find out which beach areas offer noisy entertainment, where you can soak up the sun in peace and quiet, as well as read a detailed description of popular beaches and their locations.
General information about beach areas
On a map of Feodosia can be found near Simferopol, and also nearby is Kerch. You can get to the resort by any transport from any corner of the Crimea. The best time to relax here is considered the end of June and July. The city itself, as well as its surroundings (Beregovoe, Seaside and so on), is included in the so-called Greater Theodosius. Feodosia beaches include all coast from cape sv. Elijah. Fifteen kilometers of the coastal zone are divided into sections, each of which has its own name and infrastructure.
The landscapes here are not very picturesque, hills and steppes predominate, but it is this coast that is known for its "golden sands".
Most recreation areas are cultivated. Wild sites are not very many. 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 almost all recreation areas.
Admission is free everywhere. Anyone who settles in a boathouse near the sea will be able to walk freely on different beaches, choosing the best. And those 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 in winding paths, since the sea will always be next to the stop.
Important! An ordinary tourist will not be able to get only to the closed beach areas belonging to hotels and resorts. Only guests can relax there. However, the diversity 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 "Detsky", "Bounty", "Pearl", "Scarlet Sails", and of course, "Pebbles". Paid here are only services (rental equipment, visiting the shower, toilet). You can have a meal and quench your thirst in cafes or bars. For the entertainment of vacationers, various attractions are provided.
The best beaches are soft sand and a comfortable entrance to the sea. These are Golden Beach and Disco-117. The shallow water near the shore and the pleasant cover of the recreation area make your stay here unforgettable. You can retire to the "wild" territory. The lack of noisy tourists, clear water, harmony with nature - someone like this kind of vacation. Consider the beach areas of Feodosia in more detail. So you can choose the best option for yourself.
Varieties
Urban
"Central"
This is the most popular place. Another name for the beach is "Pebbles." It stretches along the busy promenade. Not far from the beach area there are catering establishments, souvenir shops, boarding houses and hotels. The size of the beach is quite large - about 1 kilometer. Coverage - small pebbles, which at the entrance to the sea turns into soft sand.
The coast is gentle, which increases the level of safety for children and senior citizens. There are canopies, changing rooms, showers, toilets. For a fee, you can rent a sun lounger and an umbrella. For children, there are entertainment areas with attractions. Adults can ride catamarans.
The disadvantage of this zone is problem with sewage system. Sometimes the rest is spoiled by unpleasant odors. In addition, some argue that the water here is dirty, which may make you sick after swimming in the sea. You can get to the promenade by taking bus number 3, 15, 40 or 40A. You need to get off at the White Acacia stop.
"Children's"
After Central is the beach, which is called the first urban. The second name is "Children's." This name was given to this zone for a reason. The shallow water here stretches several meters from the entrance to the sea, which allows the kids to safely frolic in the water off the coast. And also parents will appreciate the soft sand and impeccable cleanliness, which is extremely important for family vacations.
There are all amenities, attractions. From the pier you can go on a boat trip.
"Scarlet Sails"
This beach is called family. The relaxation area is impressive. There are nice fences, a special design style. Bright umbrellas are set neatly and symmetrically. You can stroll along even paths, relax on benches in the shade of trees or under awnings. The territory is decorated with greenery, flower beds, beautiful lanterns.
There are platforms for active games (volleyball and so on). Fun rides are arranged for children. A variety of swimming facilities are available for hire. The diving center invites you to explore the underwater world. The tour desk sells various tours. There are cafes, kiosks with various little things, a left-luggage office, Wi-Fi and even massage services.
Perfect cleanliness is observed, smoking is allowed only in designated areas. There is a rescue service and a first-aid post. Equipped with a descent for people with disabilities. Tourists who have been here praise the level of service and quality of relaxation. A bus number 106 goes to this beach from Feodosia. Exit should be at the stop "Path".
"Pearl"
This large (800 meters) and comfortable beach received such a name for a reason. The fact is that its coating can be called shell. Of course, there is also sand here, but in general the territory has an amazing pearl shade. The entrance to the water is gentle. Offshore quite shallow. Thanks to this, you can relax with children here without worrying about their safety.
There are all amenities, sanitary areas, beach equipment. For a bite to eat, check out a nearby cafe.
Bounty
Behind the beach with shells is a recreation area with an equally beautiful name - "Bounty". Despite the modest size of the territory (300 meters), the site has excellent infrastructure. Sandy beach, with floorings from the boards. Entrance to the sea is pleasant.
The information board shows the temperature indicators of water and air, offers of various excursions, the coordinates of good cafes, invitations to massage and so on. Shuttle buses No. 13, 13A and 106 go here. You should leave at the bus station stop. 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 existed for a long time, but every year it undergoes updating. There are many places, the zone is two-level. The first level is the sand-shell coast. The second level is located a little higher, under the awnings. It has a concrete coating. Come on him, climbing the stairs.
Smoking is controlled, the territory is quite clean and well maintained. From water entertainments riding on "bananas" and jet skis is offered. For a fee you can use the shower, toilet, dressing room. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available for hire. There is a first-aid post, a cafe.
The disadvantage of this recreation area is that after 18.00 the rented deck chairs have to be returned. Therefore, if you want to enjoy an evening swim, you will only have a towel at your disposal. You can get to the beach by bus from Komsomolsky Park. After the stop, you need to overcome the railway.
Private
As already mentioned, the beach areas of most hotels and pensions are closed to public visits. Entrance to the private sector is permitted only to those who live in the building. However, there are exceptions.
Sunrise
This beach belongs to the hotel-restaurant Sunrise. The plot is not too large, but well-groomed. Anyone can get here during the day for free. Pleasant sand, fun water rides, sports fields - everything has a wonderful rest. It is also allowed to enter restaurants and bars. In the evening, entrance is sometimes restricted due to club events.
"Dynamo"
This is a small sandy area belonging to the recreation center "Dynamo". The plot is small (only 300 meters), but a 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 have a bite to eat in a cozy cafe. Paid showers and toilets are available. But there are no umbrellas and sun loungers here, only hard loungers are hired, so most vacationers bring large towels with them.
A visit to this site is especially convenient for those who live near Komsomolsky Park. The recreation area is not far from it. You can also get here by bus. Getting out is worth a stop at Dynamo.
Wild
"Suvorinsky stones"
This is a fairly wide and flat area with small pebbles. The disadvantage is an uncomfortable exit to the sea. At the bottom are quite sharp stones, algae. In some places, you can even stumble on pieces of plates. On one side, the area is separated by a high concrete wall with graffiti. For family holidays this site is not at all 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 promenade.
"Gerbil"
This zone is located behind the village of Primorsky. The plot is quite large. The entrance to the water is convenient, the depth does not arrive sharply.There is no infrastructure here, so you should think in advance 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 to walk (about 3 kilometers).
Cape Chumka
This beach is also not equipped. However, many tourists like a small cove with clean and calm water. The coast is pebble. The entrance to the water is sandy-stony. Care should be taken, because in some places fragments of berth structures are visible in the water. The site is located within the city. Shuttle buses No. 1, 14, 2A and 15 go to him. You need to get out at the stop “City Hospital No. 1”.
Cape St. Elijah
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 distances. Cape St. Elijah has a rich past. This place is shrouded in legends and secrets. Here you can see the ancient lighthouse and Scythian mounds.
The coast is uneven, there are stones and hills, as well as quite flat sand and gravel sections. Infrastructure, of course, is not, therefore, observing the cleanliness of the territory is on the conscience of vacationers. To get here, you need to get to the Kafa fortress (the City Hospital stop), after which you will have to walk 2 km eastward.
Anyone driving a private car can simply upload the location coordinates to the navigator.
The best beaches
Santa Cruz
On the way to Beregovoy, you can see this well-maintained beach. It is located after the territory of the boarding house "Ukraine". A very spacious sandy area is well-groomed and clean. A large wooden frigate for games was built for little vacationers. Kids can splash around in an inflatable pool that looks like an octopus. Sun loungers with umbrellas are arranged in even rows. There are rescue and medical points, a small cafe, changing cabins.
There is a parking lot behind the fence, which allows you to drive your own transport to the beach area itself.
117 km
Next to Sunrise Beach there is another great relaxation area. Here is a beach entertainment complex with the unusual name "Club 117". In this place, crumbly sand, beautiful shells and abundant greens harmoniously combine, creating a pleasant shadow and pleasing the glance of vacationers. For a fee, you can borrow beach equipment for temporary use.
You can take part in sports games or water rides. The café offers mouth-watering dishes and refreshing drinks. There are showers, changing rooms, toilets, massage cabins.
Access to the sea is gentle, although a rocky bottom is found in some places. The water is clean.
Golden Beach
This area belongs to a camp site of the same name. It is located not far from Beregovoy, behind the Nemo Dolphinarium.. You can rent a room at a local hotel or stay at the base itself. The coast consists of golden crumbly sand and shells. The descent is gentle. Tourist houses are located right on the shore, which allows you to immediately be on the beach without obstacles.
The relaxation area is perfect for families with children. In order to ensure the safety of young holidaymakers, buoys are installed in the sea, protecting shallow sections of the sea. At 8 o’clock in the morning, the administration greets everyone with a loudspeaker, reports the weather for the day, water temperature, and everyone is invited 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 minibus number 106.
Reviews
Judging by the reviews of vacationers, the cost of services on different Feodosia beaches varies, namely:
- sun lounger rental - from 50 rubles per hour;
- going to the toilet - from 10 rubles;
- shower - from 30 rubles;
- left-luggage office services - from 50 rubles per hour.
Parking is 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 it is difficult for you to decide which of the many beach areas to choose for relaxation, you can listen to experienced tourists. They advise you to first visit one of three options: Sunrise, Scarlet Sails or 117 km.
In the next video, see an overview of the best beaches of Feodosia in Crimea.