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Makronissos Beach — Cyprus
City & resort

Makronissos Beach

Ayia Napa · 🇨🇾 Cyprus

Local gem⚑ Blue FlagEurope

Three gentle turquoise coves sharing a headland with ancient rock-cut tombs, on Ayia Napa's calmer side.

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Sea temperature
~27°C in the warm season
Water
Warm, shallow, clear turquoise
Sand
Soft pale-gold sand over three linked coves
Swimming
Calm and family-gentle in the coves
Best time to visit
May-Oct
Setting
Three coves and ancient rock-cut tombs west of Ayia Napa
Beach type
City & resort
Blue Flag
Yes
Region
Europe

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Makronissos Beach: frequently asked questions

Where is Makronissos Beach?

Makronissos Beach is at Ayia Napa, on the coast of Cyprus.

What is the sea temperature at Makronissos Beach?

In the warm season the sea at Makronissos Beach reaches about 27°C. Warm, shallow, clear turquoise.

When is the best time to visit Makronissos Beach?

The best time to visit Makronissos Beach is May-Oct. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Makronissos Beach have?

Makronissos Beach has soft pale-gold sand over three linked coves.

Is Makronissos Beach good for swimming?

Calm and family-gentle in the coves.

Does Makronissos Beach have Blue Flag status?

Yes — Makronissos Beach holds Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities.

Photo: Marek Ślusarczyk (Tupungato) Photo portfolio (CC BY 3.0) · source