Anapa, like no other southern city, is famous for its wide, spacious beaches, because only some sandy beaches stretch 49 km along the coastline. And there are also pebbles! Due to the unique relief, part of the coast is covered with excellent, most delicate sand, while the other is covered with smooth medium-sized pebbles.
Human intervention is obliged to such a clear separation, formed in the nineteenth century, when the Kuban River, which flows into the Black Sea earlier, was taken by hydrologists to the Azov Sea. In the former riverbed, extensive and comfortable sandy beaches are located today. Pebbles are located at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains. Anapa Marine Station serves as a kind of dividing line: sandy beaches lie to its right, and pebble beaches to its left. They were the objects of consideration of this publication.
Within one article, it is difficult to list all these unique places. From all of their abundance, we will choose the paid beaches of Anapa and try to determine the best sides of each.
General information
Sandy beaches are the pride of Anapa resort. The grandiose length of 49 km is a unique phenomenon in itself, and the arrangement, the width of the beach areas, sometimes reaching 600 m, and the quality of sand annually attract an incredible number of vacationers.
Most beaches are free, but there are also paid beaches in Anapa. Reviews of people who come on vacation are often filled with enthusiasm caused by the magnificent sea and the burning sun, but they also note the quality of the beaches equipped. The best are Golden Bay, High Coast, Small Bay, and Central Beach.
Sandy beaches
They stretch from the seaport to the famous Cape Iron Horn. The golden sand of a granular structure characteristic of this area is a kind of visiting card. Consisting of ground shells of marine inhabitants, feldspar, mica, quartz and other rocks, Anapa sand is endowed with very pronounced healing properties, which is an important factor in a number of advantages of recreation here. In some places, a noticeable redness is added to the golden shades of sand, due to admixtures of pink granites, in others - greenish tones that determine the presence of an epidote in its composition - an inexpensive jewelry mineral.
Almost all beaches are bordered by picturesque low dunes, sometimes covered with characteristic vegetation - tamarisk, clover, silver goof.
Pebble beaches
Pebble beaches called silvery are equally popular. Smooth smooth small pebbles lining the beach spaces, an unusual landscape created by rocky rocks and, of course, clear water - these are three factors that no one can resist.
We will begin to consider the paid beaches of Anapa with the pebble and the most famous.
Golden Bay Beach
This is one of the most comfortable and popular beaches in the city, possibly because the order is maintained by the staff of the Golden Bay Hotel, and it is located on the hotel territory.
The name Cordon, which is still used by the indigenous people, is due to the territorial proximity to Cordon Lane, which faces directly to the sea. Most of the beach area is occupied by the Yacht Club. Starting from the Marine Station itself, this beach is famous for its clear water and the presence of modern infrastructure for recreation. It is equipped with rescue posts, there is a first-aid post, cafe, barbecue, souvenir tents, convenient car parking, you can rent equipment for active games and equipment for scuba diving at the box office. It offers vacationers - catamarans, scooters, riding on the "bananas" and other entertainment.
Since the beach is located in the city, there are many different cafes, restaurants and bistros around. Entrance to the beach is free for vacationers at the hotel, the rest will have to pay: the cost on weekdays is 300 rubles per person, and on weekends 500 rubles. The official address of the beach is Anapa, st. Upper Quay.
Anapa: Small Bay Beach
Paid coastal oasis is located behind the beach "Cordon". You can get on it by turning behind the cape, which ends with the "Golden Bay". It is also a pebble beach with a talking name. The coastline of the Small Bay rounds a small bay, which is due to the special atmosphere of this place. There are no strong winds and high waves. The depth of the bay does not exceed 2-3 meters, and this beach is best suited for active recreation.
The rocky bottom lined with a layer of pebbles is the key to pure water. It is here that you can learn the basics of diving and surfing or swimming with a snorkel and fins, looking at the inhabitants of the underwater world. Water skiing, boat trips and other popular water activities are available in the Small Bay. The beach is equipped with showers, sun loungers and sunbeds, a first-aid post and a rescue service work.
The popularity of the beach is very high, the entrance to the "Small Bay" remains free, you will only have to pay for the part that is occupied by the beach hotel "Golden Bay". It is located at - Anapa st. Taman.
"Highland"
Paid beaches of Anapa are complemented by another amazing place called the "High Coast". This pebble beach is also located in the Small Bay and belongs to the sanatoriums "Rus" and "High Coast". Perfectly equipped with traditional sun loungers and sunbeds, the High Coast beach is not inferior in popularity to its eminent neighbors. In the center of the beach there is a pier with rides and water slides for children. Located literally on a high shore, the beach is equipped with all the attributes of a recreation infrastructure on the coast: there are rental points for equipment and water equipment, kiosks with souvenirs, soft drinks and ice creams, cafes and restaurants. The descent to the sea is quite convenient, equipped with modern concrete stairs and absolutely safe.
The coastline, like the entire High Coast beach, is strewn with small, pleasant to the touch, smooth pebbles. Only guests of the Rus and Vysokiy Bereg sanatoriums will be able to use beach equipment for free; for other visitors, these services remain paid.
Beach Central
Not every paid beach (Anapa) provides a good rest. The price set for entry does not always correspond to the service. There is also the opposite situation, when you can find excellent service on free beaches.
For example, the central sandy beach is a recognized and beloved vacation spot for many citizens and guests of the city, known not only for its comfort, but also for its full range of beach activities - rental points and obligatory services. It has an even gentle slope and convenient places of entry into the sea, which is invaluable for relaxing with young children.
So, the paid beaches of Anapa, as well as their free counterparts, are favorite vacation spots that give peace and health.