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Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach

Gythio, Greece

Nature

A harbour town on the Laconian Gulf, once the port of ancient Sparta, with the islet of Marathonisi linked to the mainland by a causeway. Mavrovouni, a beach of more than four kilometres south of town, is reached by car.

Nearest town
Gythio, Greece
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
36.7617, 22.5650

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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.

Featured in these trip guides

Peloponnese south: Monemvasia, Sparta, Mystras and the Mani – brown brick wall under blue sky during daytimePhoto by Ernests Vaga on Unsplash
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Peloponnese south: Monemvasia, Sparta, Mystras and the Mani

344 km11 stops5 days

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History

Vathia Tower Village

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History

Ancient Sparta

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Campsites nearby

  • MeltemiCampsite
    4 km from Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Gythion BayCampsite
    4 km from Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Mani beachCampsite
    4 km from Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach
    TentsCaravansDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping DiasCampsite
    7 km from Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping KronosCampsite
    7 km from Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach
    Dogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Fish Tavern "O Faros" Free ParkingMotorhome stopover
    18 km from Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach
    MotorhomesFree
    OSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach?

Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach is in Gythio, Greece, at GPS 36.7617, 22.5650. It is about 19 km from Areopoli.

Can you camp near Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Meltemi, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach?

Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Peloponnese south: Monemvasia, Sparta, Mystras and the Mani.

What is there to see near Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach?

Places worth a stop nearby: Diros Caves (22 km), Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge (32 km), Vathia Tower Village (34 km) and Ancient Sparta (37 km).

When is the best time to visit Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach?

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)