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Information about Legrena

Legrena Athens: Legrena beach is found along the coastal road that leads to Cape Sounion. It is the last beach before reaching Sounion and some meters further lies the Temple of Poseidon. Legrena is located 60 km southeast of Athens and 3km west of Sounion. The long beach stretches for many meters surrounded by a protected cove with rocks. The water is very clean and sometimes cold.

In fact, Legrena beach is separated by many small coves with rocky pieces and pebbles. This beach is totally unorganized but clean and quite unspoilt. There are many taverns and cafeterias in the wider region, where you can enjoy a coffee or a delicious meal by the sea. Visitors arrive mostly during the summer weekends. The access is easy with public buses or car.

How to get there

There are many ways to reach Legrena, from any location in Athens.
Airport to Legrena: 39 km / 24.2 miles | Piraeus port to Legrena: 63 km / 39.1 miles | Syntagma square to Legrena: 56.3 km / 34.9 miles

Private transfers: We recommend using an online pre-booked Athens transfer service, which provides transfer by taxi, minibus or private VIP car and arranging a pickup directly from the port, airport or your hotel. Alternatively, there’s the option of arranging a pickup by a local driver directly at the following numbers: 0030 693 881 8288, 0030 694 597 2090, 0030 690 943 9292 or book your taxi online.

Car rental: Τhere’s the option of renting a car in Athens with as little as 13 euros per day and pick it up directly from the airport, port or your hotel. Using a car rental allows visitors to discover Legrena and many other places of interest in Athens at their own pace.