Plimiri Beach Rhodes

Plimiri beach can be found in the south-eastern part of the wonderful Rhodes Island between the towns of Lahani and Kattavia. The capital Rhodes Town is to the north at a distance of eighty five kilometers while less than twenty to the south another famous coast, the beach of Prasonisi where the Aegean Sea meets the Mediterranean Sea and kite surfers meet to have fun in this discipline.

Enclosed in a beautiful bay, Plimiri beach has a four kilometer long sandy shore surrounded by gentle sand dunes and a luxuriant vegetation of trees that offer moments of respite during the hottest hours, soft gravel with pebbles in some points , crystalline and transparent waters, a sea that goes from blue to turquoise from the depths that descend slowly for the first few meters from the shore. Given its position it can be subject to the winds that usually blow on the Greek Islands, in fact together with the beautiful beach of Prassonissi it is one of the most popular places for water sports lovers where Aeolus is the protagonist.

It is equipped with a few sunbeds and umbrellas and being in any case a small number, the rule of first come, first served, applies as always. For those who love freedom, instead, they can choose their own corner, spread out a towel and enjoy a wonderful day at the beach. For the shade no problem, you may prefer one of the many trees that reach down to the beach.

From the point of view of refreshment, being the remote and very wild Plimiri beach, you can delight your taste buds in the typical and unique tavern "Plimiri Fish Restaurant" where you can taste excellent fresh fish dishes and recipes of traditional Greek cuisine. https://plimmirifishrestaurant.com/

If, on the other hand, you want to stay in contact with nature in this small corner of paradise that is still untouched and original, organize yourself by buying everything you need in some mini markets before reaching the beach.

In recent years, a small marina has been built on Plimiri beach where, if you are among the lucky ones, you can dock your boat and stop to taste some specialties in the tavern which is very popular with locals and visitors to the Rhodes island for the quality of the food served.

Even during the high season it is never overcrowded, on the contrary you will find your space without too much difficulty. Surely the reasons why it is not so beaten by mass tourism is the distance from the main tourist resorts where travelers are mostly concentrated and also due to the presence of the winds, so if you decide during your holiday in Rhodes to go towards the part further south and spend a few hours rather than a whole day right here, first consult the weather and above all the forecast for the wind.

If you want to explore the area a little, going south you will come across increasingly deserted and untouched beaches such as, for example, Agios Georgios beach, also called Agios Pavlos beach, which can be reached by a dirt road between Kattaia and Gennadi passing by an ancient monastery built by the Italians now abandoned where once you reach it you will have two possibilities or go left where a cypress path begins that leads to the church of Agios Georgios and turning right again you will be able to reach an enchanting solitary cove, or continuing and reaching the beach. Both are for those who love to venture and discover almost unknown places where there could be only you.

And again, a visit to the church of the Virgin Zoodochos Pigi in Plimiri built over the remains of an ancient temple where the columns were used to then give life to this beautiful chapel.

By now we might even seem boring but it is essential to insist on certain information in order to make you enjoy your holiday in Rhodes to the fullest. A rental car is essential to be able to experience the island which is not small in itself and the distances can become important if you want to go to areas outside the classic tourist circuit. Far south then, following the coastal road and road signs to Kattavia, the closest village to Plimiri beach. Upon your arrival, a large free car park where you can leave your vehicle.

For those who don't want to drive, there are public rides but consult the timetables very carefully because depending on where you are staying it could be a very long journey, just to give you an idea from Rhodes City we are talking about three hours.

A stop to put among the things to see in Rhodes, perfect for those who love solitude, swimming, water sports (especially in the afternoon when the wind usually picks up), for naturalists and for those who simply want a nice day dedicated in the sun and the sea