In the Soviet past, Gagra was one of the most popular resorts in Abkhazia, it was considered quite prestigious to relax here - every citizen of a large country secretly dreamed of getting a ticket to one of the local sanatoriums. The city began to purposefully turn into resort area with the active assistance of Prince A.P. Oldenburg, who did a lot for the improvement Black Sea coast.

Starting in the 1990s, Gagra gradually fell into decay due to wars, conflicts, lack of funding and general instability, although tourists, against all odds, continued to come to this wonderful city, albeit in much smaller numbers. Today Gagra is a legacy of a bygone era with a touch of nostalgia, quiet beaches, magnificent parks and picturesque natural attractions.

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1. Gagra colonnade

This is one of the most famous sights not only of the city, but of the whole of Abkhazia. It is located next to Seaside Park. Tourists entering the country from Sochi, first of all pay attention to this building, as it is clearly visible from the road. The colonnade was erected in the 1950s. It is a structure of arched spans and porticos surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

2. Seaside park

The park was founded at the beginning of the 20th century. Throughout the century, it has been a favorite place for guests of the city - walking along the alleys, they inhaled the fresh smell of pine needles mixed with the salty sea breeze, and admired exotic plants brought here from different parts of the world. The park stretches for several kilometers along the coast, its area is more than 14 hectares. One of the most striking compositions is the sculpture-fountain "Sagittarius", located in the middle of the pond: the figure of a young man with a stretched bow, from which a stream of water escapes.

3. Beaches of Gagra

The beaches of Gagra stretch along the coast for several tens of kilometers. All swimming areas are open for free access, even those located at boarding houses. Conventionally, they are divided into the beaches of New and Old Gagra: the former have a more developed infrastructure and more people, the latter, located closer to the border, are perfect for tourists looking for a relaxing holiday. The entire coast is covered with small and large pebbles.

4. Gagra water park

Like any self-respecting seaside resort, Gagra has its own water park of a fairly decent size. On the territory there are many attractions-slides of different difficulty levels, seven swimming pools, a food court area where you can order dishes of Abkhazian cuisine in restaurants. In the summer season, the water park organizes night sessions with discos and continues until the morning. entertainment program.

5. Castle of the Prince of Oldenburg

The castle-residence of Prince A.P. Oldenburgsky, a relative of the emperor, a public figure who, during the time of Nicholas II, was engaged in the improvement of the Black Sea coast. The building was built in Art Nouveau style in 1902. It is located in the bowels of the picturesque Seaside Park. In Soviet times, the Chaika boarding house was located in the castle. After the collapse of the USSR, the building was looted, and it fell into disrepair. All that a tourist can see today is the remnants of former luxury.

6. Restaurant "Gagripsh"

Gagripsh has been welcoming guests since the beginning of the 20th century. Immediately after opening, the restaurant became iconic place Gagra, it was visited by many famous personalities: Nicholas II, I. A. Bunin, F. I. Chaliapin, and later - I. V. Stalin. We can say that it was from this institution that the history of the city as a popular resort began. "Gagripsh" means chic historical interiors, excellent cuisine, wide panoramic windows overlooking the Seaside Park, and a special atmosphere.

7. Cinema "Gagra"

The cinema is located on Primorsky Boulevard. Films were not shown here immediately, at first the building served as a winter theater. The building was built in the classical style: the entrance portico supports a slender row of columns, the symmetrical facade is decorated with laconic decor. At the moment, the building is abandoned, but from the outside it looks quite picturesque and even well-groomed.

8. Railway station building

Passenger station, which in past years was one of the most popular in the country. The building was built in the middle of the 20th century, so everything that has been preserved, outside and inside, is the legacy of the USSR. The building is an example of the Soviet classical style: a monumental facade, columns, painted ceilings, massive chandeliers and arched enfilades. Today, the once majestic building is abandoned.

9. Abaata Fortress

Construction of the Early Middle Ages, presumably built in the 5th-6th centuries. At different times, the bastion belonged to the Byzantines, Genoese, Russians - each owner made his own changes to its architectural appearance. In the 20th century, a hotel was built on the territory of the fortress. The remains of the fortress walls have survived to this day, the church of St. Hypatia Gagra, where the museum operates, and a hotel with a restaurant.

10. Church of Abaat

Church of St. Hypatia of Gagra is an active church, administered by the Abkhazian Orthodox Church. The building was erected in the VI century (according to another version - in the X century). It is an example of Byzantine architecture, or rather, its Caucasian interpretation, and is of great cultural value. The structure has powerful walls made of roughly hewn stone, narrow windows and a gable roof topped with a stone cross.

11. Tsandripsha Basilica

The building of the basilica was built in the VI century. It existed until the 16th century, after which it was partially destroyed by the Turks. It was not restored again. At the beginning of the 20th century, they tried to reconstruct the temple, but the plans remained on paper. In the Soviet era, the territory was repeatedly held archaeological excavations. Only the ruins of the church have survived to this day. Sometimes services are held in the surviving walls of the basilica.

12. River Reprua

Reprua can be considered the shortest river in the world, as its length is only 18 meters. It is a small section of a powerful underground stream that comes to the surface just before flowing into the Black Sea. According to experts, the water in Reprua has top performance purity, so it can be safely used for drinking. According to the Abkhazian legend, the river was formed from the tears of three sisters who mourned their dead brother.

13. Zhoekvar gorge

The gorge begins in the western part of Gagra and stretches to the high-mountain source of the Joekvara River (translated from the Abkhaz - "12 springs"). This picturesque place is a wonderful ecological route for nature lovers, passing through boxwood, chestnut and yew groves and winding along a winding riverbed. There are several boarding houses very close to the gorge, so tourists often come here for a walk.

14. Mount Mamdzyshkha

The hill is located about 6 km from Gagra, it offers stunning views of the Black Sea coast, the Colchis lowland and the surrounding settlements. On the mountain there viewing platforms where the paved road leads. In Soviet times, it was planned to build a full-fledged sanatorium and resort complex here and lay ski slopes but the idea was never realized.

15. Lake Ritsa

When you think about Abkhazia, Lake Ritsa immediately comes to mind - perhaps one of the most popular sights of the country, sharing glory with the New Athos Monastery and the cave of the same name. The reservoir is located in the mountains at an altitude of about 1 km above sea level, a picturesque winding road leads to it, laid among the green slopes of the mountains. The lake looks especially expressive in autumn and winter, when the water acquires a pure blue hue.

In total, it is about 400 km - there are public and closed beaches, equipped and wild, sandy-pebble and rocky, if you look carefully, you can find sandy ones, however, in fairness, it must be said, it will not be the sand of Anapa beaches, rather very small pebble.

Features of the beaches of Abkhazia

• The beaches are mostly pebble, less often - sand and pebble, the descent into the water is gentle;
• the water in the sea warms up quite quickly, the sea is clean, and if you add beautiful nature, good ecology, then rest here becomes quite attractive;
• in Abkhazia, many rivers and streams flow into the sea, even in extreme heat they carry rather cold water and in some parts of the water area the water temperature in the sea can be lower than usual;
• after showers, these same rivers bring a lot of garbage, but coastal currents clear the sea rather quickly (in bays, for example, Sukhumi or Gudauta, this process is longer).

The best beaches of Gagra

Gagra conditionally divided into two parts - Old and New Gagra, the length coastline about 56 km, the beaches here are pebbly, the entrance to the sea is relatively steep (for example, when compared with the beaches of Sukhum).

Beach of Old Gagra

Beach Old Gagra less crowded than the beaches New Gagra, less noisy, the infrastructure is less developed, along the coast there are many boarding houses still built in Soviet times. Some of them have their own sections of beaches, but you can get there without any problems.

The beaches of New Gagra

Beaches New Gagra quite comfortable, more crowded, the beach infrastructure is well developed here, there is even a small water park,

Beaches New Gagra covered with smaller pebbles than on the beach of Staraya Gagra.

The most popular beaches in this part of the resort are:

Beach Central

The public beach is covered with pebbles, sand is found in places, the entrance to the sea is gentle here, in some areas there is shallow water.

The beach of the boarding house Solnechny

The beach is sandy and pebbly, with a gentle entry into the water.

The best beaches of Pitsunda

Pitsunda boasts the largest variety of beaches, while all of them will be united by a clear and calm sea.

Most of the beaches Pitsunda located in the Pitsunda Bay, well protected from the winds.

Well, a unique microclimate Pitsunda(everyone knows about the Pitsunda pine) makes this region very attractive for recreation and treatment.

The most popular beaches of Pitsunda:

Beach Central

The beach belongs to the complex "Pitsunda Resort", for guests of the complex (hotels and boarding houses of Pitsunda) entrance is free, for the rest - paid, covered with small pebbles, equipped, there is an opportunity to do water sports, in the peak season the beach is quite crowded.

Rybzavod beach

Located 6 km from Pitsunda, is considered sandy, but it is rather a very small pebble. The plant, by the way, is not working.

Ldzaa village beach

The sand and pebble beach is considered the cleanest on the coast: even at the height of the season, there are no epidemiological problems here.

The best beaches of New Athos

IN New Athos come those who appreciate the silence, the sparsely populated beach. The width of the beach strip is about 30 meters, the pebbles are of medium and small size, the entrance to the sea is gentle, the bottom is even. In the eastern part of the resort, the beaches are narrower, but here there are patches of sand.

Beaches New Athos poorly equipped, there is no entertainment here, if you need amenities, you will have to go to the beaches of boarding houses.

Near New Athos there are many breakwaters, this is due to the peculiarities of the hydrology of the bay.

The best beaches of Sukhum

coastline length Sukhum about 20 km, most of the beaches have a small width of the beach strip (5-10 m), in some areas in the bay area it is wider (15-20 m).

The beaches here are pebbly and sandy-pebbly, most of them are freely accessible, there are 5 equipped beaches, all of them are located in the central part of the city.

Popular beaches of Sukhum:

Beach Central

The length of the beach is 2 km, the width in some places reaches 50 m, it is equipped with changing rooms and showers, there are numerous cafes and shops along the beach.

Beach resorts MVO and Strategic Missile Forces

The length of the beach strip is about 2.5 km, the width is 15-20 meters, covered with pebbles, with a gentle entry into the sea. These are the most equipped beaches in the Sukhum region, but the entrance to them is paid (if you are not a guest of these resorts).

Aitar beach

The beach is located in the southwestern part of the city next to the Aytar boarding house, covered with small pebbles, sand interspersed in places, free of charge. On the shore there are children's attractions that will help you keep your child a little busy.

Sinop beach

This is the most popular beach in Sukhum- it can be called conditionally sandy: a wide beach strip (up to 50 meters) covered with sand, but pebbles are also quite common, especially in the surf zone. The beach is partially equipped (toilets, showers, changing rooms), along the beach there are cafes, restaurants, shops. The beach is free.

Do not search in Abkhazia there are no official beaches for nudists, sometimes there are spontaneous ones. But it must be borne in mind that the local population has a rather negative attitude towards such vacationers.

Discover one of the best places for recreation on the Black Sea. If you need high-level hotels, appropriate service, then it makes sense to think about others Black Sea resorts. IN Abkhazia while there are no upscale hotels, many buildings destroyed by the war have not yet been restored. But if the main thing for you is a clean sea and beautiful nature, you are on the right track.

Abkhazia has been a favorite tourist destination since Soviet times. She attracted them with her hospitality, abundance of fruits and vegetables, natural landscapes of incredible beauty. And of course, endless beaches And clean sea water .

In general, not much has changed now. Many tourists still seek to spend time on the Abkhazian coast of the Black Sea.

At the height of the season, when there is nowhere for an apple to fall on the beaches of Sochi, in Abkhazia you can still find places where you can spend a calm day on the seashore. From this article you will learn: in what places of Abkhazia the cleanest and most beautiful beaches, whether there is a sandy beaches in Abkhazia And how to get there to all these places.

The best beaches of Abkhazia: description, photo, how to get

Gagra

From the Russian border with Abkhazia to the resort Gagra only half an hour by car. You can get there on routes or on private traders who offer their services. Another option is the Adler-Gagra train. Not fast, but without transfers.

Gagra - a beautiful and green resort. It is enough just to walk along the embankment to be convinced of this. There are cafes along the promenade where you can have lunch or dinner.

The beaches of Gagra are mostly small pebbles. Or sandy, but there will still be pebbles at the entrance to the sea. The sea water is clear sunny weather acquires a bright turquoise color. This always surprises tourists: it seems that they drove only 20 km from the Sochi Imeretinka, and the color of the water in the sea is fundamentally different!

But with changing rooms, showers, sunbeds and umbrellas it's much worse here. Basically, tourists bring rugs and umbrellas with them. But if you look, you can find sun loungers with umbrellas for 100-150 rubles, which is an order of magnitude cheaper than in Sochi. Near the colonnade, a luxury tent will cost 100 rubles per hour.

A small minus may be that the beach cannot be called perfectly clean (although for Abkhazia this is not only a problem for beaches). But in general, if there is no desire to waste time on further movements, then in Gagra you can count on a quite acceptable beach holiday .

There are several very decent hotels in Gagra, which are located right on the seashore: these are hotel Abaata, Amra Park-Hotel & Spa 5*, Holiday home Midel.

Pitsunda

If you drive along the road from Gagra towards New Athos for another 30-40 minutes, you can get to Pitsunda .

The main ways to get to Pitsunda:

• By bus (minibus) from the Russian border.
• By train to Gagra, and from there by taxi or bus / minibus to Pitsunda.
• By taxi from Psou checkpoint. You will also have to get to the border by bus + walk about 2 km, or by taxi.
• By personal transport
• With a private tour

Pitsunda has always been a privileged resort. It is believed that the water in Pitsunda Bay is the cleanest on the entire coast of Abkhazia. Plus pine grove , which starts right at the beach, brings beauty and pleasant aroma to the landscapes of Pitsunda.

To get to the central beach of Pitsunda, you have to pay 50 rubles for access to the territory because it is territory Association "Resort Pitsunda". For this money, you will relax on a well-maintained beach, where there are umbrellas with sun loungers, changing rooms, showers, and cafes.

Or you can do it easier - buy a tour to the boarding house "Resort Pitsunda" , seven high-rise buildings of which are located along the embankment. True, this boarding house is so popular among tourists that it must be done much in advance. And don't look for it on booking - it's not there. The boarding house works only with large Russian tour operators, and you need to look for prices for it here - Online-tours. I described in detail the situation with hotels in Pitsunda in the article:

Most best hotel in Pitsunda, in my opinion, is the Samshitovaya Grove sanatorium built by the Turks. Of the inexpensive ones - Pitsunda Hotel and Kiaraz Start Otel.

There is also a free beach in Pitsunda. More precisely, without reaching it. close boarding house "Pitius" , which in translation from the Abkhaz means "pine".

The beach and coastline of Pitsunda, though not very conscientiously, are still being cleaned. And the water in the sea is really clean.

Ldzaa (Lidzava)

Resort village Ldzaa (also called Rybzavod) is one of the most popular seaside resorts. Located just 4 km from the center of the city of Pitsunda. Developed infrastructure, shops and cafes in in large numbers. The same beautiful pine grove as in Pitsunda.

It is here that in recent years began to appear new cozy hotels , in which it is no longer ashamed (and not scary) to spend a few days. For example: Villa Valentina, hotel Pine Beach Hotel , Guest House black house.

The beaches here are mostly small pebbles, which gradually turn into sand as they approach the rocks. And at the very end of Lidzava you will see such cozy sheds:

Everyone who saw a photo of this beach on my phone did not believe that it was made in Abkhazia.

You can get to Lidzava in the same ways as in Pitsunda (see above)

Musser

This is one of my favorite places in Abkhazia.

The resort is located even further along the coast (about 35 km from Pitsunda), and you can only drive up to it from the main highway. Turning off the Sukhumi highway at 46 km, where there is a sign "Mysra / Myussera", you will drive 10 km along the Pitsundsko-Myussersky reserve before you find yourself on the seashore.

The road will lead to the gate, behind which there is a guarded territory. It is here that state dachas of Stalin and Gorbachev , as well as boarding house named after Lakoba. The entrance fee to the territory is 250 rubles. But get at your disposal the most luxurious beach in Abkhazia with a view of Gorbachev's state dacha:

At the same time, look at the cottages (their visit is included in the price indicated above). By the way, in Gorbachev's dacha you can even book a room - several rooms in it are rented out for living. So, if you want to feel like the president (or the wife of the president), follow this link and book rooms: State dacha of Myusser

Get to Myusser place on public transport will not work. The main methods are as follows:

• by private car
• on a pleasure boat from Pitsunda
• with private tour

The beach at Gorbachev's state dacha is limited by a picturesque rock on the right and a small lagoon near the Myussera River on the left.

The beach itself is pebbly, a dozen meters from the sea begins fine golden sand. They say that at one time, by order of Raisa Maksimovna, several barges of sand from Bulgaria were brought to the Myussera beach.

Of the amenities on the beach there are toilets, changing cabins, awnings and sun loungers. There is also a decent cafe-bar (although not always open)

The boarding house named after N. Lakoba, often called "Mussera", also has its own beach. You can see the prices for accommodation in it here: rest in the boarding house Myussera. It will definitely appeal to all tourists tired of the bustle and other introverts who do not like crowded resorts - there is nowhere to leave the boarding house, except for the territory of the aforementioned summer cottages and the beach.

But himself beach you will definitely be pleased: clean and well-groomed, small pebbles. Sun loungers and umbrellas are free, however, the latter are often not enough for all visitors. There is a shower and toilet.

About this and the next beach on the list, I have this video:

Gudauta region

Gold Coast beach

Golden Beach is located in the Gudauta region of Abkhazia. If you drive along the Sukhumi highway, then the guideline will be locality Apshny. From it to the village on the seashore, which is called the Golden Coast - about 4 km. The beach is sand and pebble, very wide. The sand has a pleasant golden hue.

Its only drawback is that it is almost not equipped with sunbeds, umbrellas, showers and changing rooms. But here there is a warm, transparent sea, and you can’t throw a stone to your neighbor - the beaches in Gudauta are spacious and still not crowded.

There are several good cafes on the Golden Beach. Here is a calm, quiet rest for tourists tired of the hustle and bustle. big resorts. And by the way, here is one of the most inexpensive prices to live in the private sector. There is a recreation center of the same name - "Gold Coast".

You can get here by taxi, or with an individual tour. Theoretically, you can take a minibus to the village of Apshdny, but stomping 4 km to the beach on foot, in the heat, is not the best vacation.

Bambora

About the place Bambora (something in tune with Bora Bora, right?) Previously, you could read mainly what is located here military airfield . Its 3,000-meter long runway can accommodate all types of combat and military transport aircraft. In Soviet times, fighter, attack and transport aircraft of the USSR Air Force were stationed at the airfield. IN given time The Russian Air Force aviation group is located at the airfield.

Ironically, here are one of the best beaches in the Gudauta region of Abkhazia. And many tourists have chosen these places for their vacation (maybe just because the proximity of the Russian military guarantees a certain security). So, if you treat your vacation in Abkhazia with some apprehension, choose hotels in this place.

Cottage settlement "Bambora" » located on the very shore of the sea. Despite the outward simplicity, all bungalows of the complex have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV, a refrigerator and a terrace with garden furniture.

Another good option - Silver Beach Hotel. If the sea is cool, hotel guests can swim in the heated pool.

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Well, now you know where to go to Abkhazia for a wonderful beach holiday.

And that's where I end my review. See you on the blog!

Gagra is the most popular resort town in Abkhazia, located in a small bay. Mountains protect it from cold winds, they keep warm sea air. The length of the coastline of Gagra is 53 km.

The coast in Novaya Gagra is divided into small pebble beaches, but there are also separate sandy areas. This type of beach is the most popular among vacationers, and therefore it is quite crowded during the summer months.

Most of the resort's beaches are public, but some coastal areas belong to boarding houses and sanatoriums, the entrance to them is available to guests, but for an additional fee, these beaches can be visited by everyone. Umbrellas and sun loungers can only be rented in certain parts of the coast, mainly in Novaya Gagra. The most comfortable water temperature in the sea is set in mid-June.

The best sandy beaches in Gagra:

1. Beach in Staraya Gagra;
2. Central Beach in New Gagra.

Beach in Staraya Gagra

Old Gagra is the historical part of the city, it has many pre-revolutionary buildings, tourists combine beach holidays with visits to local attractions. There are few vacationers on the beaches of Old Gagra, since there are almost no attractions, the entertainment infrastructure is poorly developed. The beach is well suited for lovers of secluded relaxation, without unnecessary noise and fuss. On the banks of the Old Gagra there are many large sanatoriums and boarding houses, from the windows of which a magnificent view of the sea opens. The beaches adjacent to the sanatoriums are quite clean and comfortable, nearby are large restaurants "Three barrels" and "Gagripsh", there is a beer restaurant "Stepan Razin". Restaurant "Gagripsh" is one of the main attractions of the city. The vegetation of Old Gagra will amaze you with its diversity and riot - there are palm trees, oleanders, cypresses.

Beach in Novaya Gagra (Central Beach)

The central beach has a developed infrastructure for recreation. Nearby are many shops, cafes, a large supermarket. There are much more people than on the beaches of Old Gagra, so the beach is sometimes dirty. The beach also consists of small pebbles. On the beach of New Gagra there is a water park of five slides, tourists are offered many water attractions. Not far from the beach there is a stadium, tennis courts, and a park. The beaches in Novaya Gagra are very noisy, so they are more suitable for young people. Vacationers with children are better off settling away from the noisy establishments of the central beach. Between the beaches of Old and New Gagra there are a nice place, Gagripsh Square, which connects these two beaches.

Due to the military conflicts that occurred in 1993, many areas of this small country were affected, but resort town Gagra has been completely restored for tourists' recreation.

Abkhazia - beautiful republic located in the northwestern part of the Caucasus. Magnificent mountain ranges the purest lakes and, of course, warm, calm seas. This place is perfect for a family relaxing holiday. People come here to get a lot of impressions and move away from noisy, dusty cities. The beaches in Abkhazia are distinguished by their neatness and comfort, most of them are pebble-sandy. Various types of palm plants grow on the shore, seagulls fly around - all this makes the republic surprisingly similar to many foreign resorts.

Where are the best beaches in Abkhazia?

The humid subtropical climate of Abkhazia allows you to swim and sunbathe on its beaches until mid-autumn. The big advantage is the free entrance to all the beaches, there are very few people there, the garbage is regularly removed. There is not much entertainment during the day, but thanks to this, the atmosphere on the coast is quiet and sincere.


In the evening, numerous entertainment venues open here, music sounds, lights turn on. Vacations or vacations spent here will leave only the best memories. In Transcaucasia, along the Black Sea coast, for 210 km, sunny Abkhazia is located - a real pearl of the Black Sea coast with famous resorts Gagra, New Athos, Pitsunda, Gudauta. Photos of the beaches of Abkhazia confirm this. Truly Caucasian hospitality, goodwill local residents, suggest a respectful attitude to the customs of the country of all the guests who visited it for recreation.

Beaches are very common on the Black Sea coast. Wide pebble beaches, rich subtropical vegetation, magnificent views of the sea, the peaks of the mountains of the Greater Caucasus and stormy mountain rivers make the rest in Abkhazia unforgettable. Unique natural landscapes, on the one hand, and the microclimate created by the gentle sun and gentle sea and protected from the wind by a mountain range, on the other hand, contribute to the popularity of these places among tourists from spring to late autumn. The unsurpassed beauty and richness of the local nature will give you many minutes of enjoying a great vacation, which can be expected by looking at photos of the beaches before your vacation.

Well-equipped beaches contribute to a pleasant sea bathing and sunbathing. Properly planned mode, with mandatory alternation beach holiday with other types of recreation, will help to achieve maximum benefit for the body. Combining a visit to the beach with a cultural entertainment program, as well as trips to excursions to local attractions and moderate entertainment, will help to avoid unnecessary overheating in the sun and thus prevent premature skin aging. Fans who find it beneficial to sunbathe without any clothes, in pursuit of the possibility of restoring her vitality, can afford to do so, subject to certain precautions.

"Alahadzy"

It is located in a small village, which is lost between noisy Gagra and Pitsunda. The main advantage is the lack of entertainment infrastructure on the coast. A photo of Alakhadza beaches makes it clear that you can sunbathe on sandy-pebble soil. True, the pebbles throughout Abkhazia are very small, not sharp, not the same as in the popular Sochi.

Note that the beach is not crowded, clean. The entrance to the sea is gentle, but the depth is rapidly gaining. The peculiarity is that the village is located on a plain, but it is surrounded by mountains, so excellent panoramas are provided. And there are also many magnolias, cypresses, palm trees - a real paradise without noise and fuss.

You can get from Gagra or Pitsunda by regular bus (15-20 minutes) or take a taxi.

New Gagra

There are a lot of beaches of different levels of comfort. There are practically unfurnished, but there are real comfortable areas with a lot of additional entertainment. All of them are mostly pebbly, but there are areas completely covered with coarse yellow sand. True, such oases are more reminiscent of narrow strips than full-fledged beaches of Gagra, this can be seen in the photo.

The largest beach is Central with sandy strips and small pebbles. Lots of cafes, shops and water activities. There is a water park for children.

"Lidzava"

It is also called Rybzavod Beach. It is located very close to the resort Pitsunda, 5 km along the coast, and 2 km along the road. Tourists love this place very much, because here you can soak up and sunbathe on the snow-white sand, which is a rarity for Abkhazia. There are also areas of pebbles, but they are few.

The coastal zone is wide and clean, it stretches for almost 4 km. The beach is located within the Pitsunda bay, so there are no winds here. The descent into the sea is gentle, the bottom is flat without holes and sharp drops. But there is no entertainment. But you can relax in peace and quiet under weighty palm canopies and in the shade of centuries-old pines.

You can get here by minibus from Pitsunda, get off at the Rybzavod stop.

Old Gagra

They are less comfortable than in Novaya Gagara, but the sea here is very clean, and the places are beautiful and quiet. The coastal zone is covered with pebbles of various sizes. The entrance to the sea is gentle, but you should be wary of sharp stones.

You will definitely not find entertainment attractions here. True, there are a couple of good restaurants, and a large beer establishment under a covered tent on the shore.

Photos of the beach confirm that there are no crowds of tourists here. So you can relax all day long. And having enjoyed warm sea, take a walk to the main attractions of the resort - the colonnades and the Seaside Park.

The most popular beaches are near the Energetik and Abkhazia boarding houses.

Photo of Sinop beach

It is located in the vicinity of Sukhumi (6 km from the city) and attracts many tourists. Its main advantage is a very large coastal zone covered with fine sand! Pebbles can only be encountered as inclusions. The beach stretches for almost 2.5 km, and its width reaches 80-90 meters. Away from the main resting place there is a small strip of beach, which was chosen by nudists.

At the height of the season, life is in full swing here - you can ride catamarans and boats, scuba dive, drive a banana or water ski. Another plus is that the large Sinop Park is located very close, where you can walk under the canopy of exotic trees and enjoy the scent of flowers.

From the city center you can walk to the beach in just half an hour or drive by trolleybus number 2 or minibus.

Pitsunda

The central beach of the city is small pebbles. It is well equipped, you can rent sun loungers and umbrellas. The entrance to the water is gentle, however, closer to the shore there are sharp stones. It is recommended to have shoes to avoid injury.

The recreation area is located in the Pitsunda bay, which means that there are no gusty winds here, it is always warm. The panoramas are very attractive, there are no big waves, and the water is crystal clear and transparent.

The infrastructure is developed - there are rental points for any equipment for aquatic species sports. Rent umbrellas and sunbeds. The proximity of small shops and cafes is also pleasing. The peculiarity is the presence of a relic pine forest, so you can not only sunbathe, but also undergo a “treatment” with the purest healing air.

In Pitsunda itself there is no sandy beaches. But you can go out of town, rounding the Myusser reserve, and in front of you is a coastal, sandy area. This beach is deserted and very beautiful.

Gudauta

The city welcomes its guests mainly with sand and pebble or pebble beaches. There are many of them, most of them can boast of good service and the availability of all the necessary infrastructure.

Note that the sea in these places is not too deep, so you have to walk several tens of meters before the water level reaches the chest. This fact attracts families with children to rest.

And there is also a lot of entertainment here. This is exciting diving, the opportunity to rent a boat and go to the open sea. No one will be left indifferent and riding on luxurious horses is such a feature of Abkhazia.

Arriving in Gudauta, you should definitely visit the delightful mountain lake Ritsa and just take a walk in the mountains.

New Athos

Most of the coastal zone is covered with pebbles of various sizes. The central beach of the city was no exception. The entrance to the water is gentle, and the bottom has practically no ledges and "cliffs".

If you want to soak up the sand, you should go to the eastern part of the settlement. can be described as wild, but they are clean and covered mainly with sand, stones and pebbles are very rare.

The panoramas in this area are very beautiful. These are real thickets of lemons and oranges, olive and tangerine groves. A cypress alleys, laurels and magnolias fill the air with a pleasant heady aroma.

You can get there by train, which starts from Sochi. By the way, she stops in Pitsunda, Gagary.