Petra Tou Romiou

18.6°C Water temp · Apr 21

Cyprus Coastal 1 - Excellent 18.6°C

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Petra tou Romiou is a bathing water area located in southern Paphos, Cyprus, comprising a 140-meter pebble and shingle beach. The beach was formed by the deposition of pebbles behind a large rock formation, connecting the land to the sea. The area attracts a large number of visitors, primarily due to its mythological significance. The seabed consists of pebbles and rocks, with the water typically being cold and turbulent. The beach is situated within the Natura 2000 protected area network.

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Water

Coastal marine water body in southern Paphos (code CY_8-C1). Beach length 140 meters. Average water depth 2 meters. Maximum water depth 3.5 meters. Seabed composed of pebbles and rocks. Maximum daily number of bathers 900.

Location

Located in the Kouklia Community, Paphos District, Cyprus. Access is via a narrow tunnel from a tourist facility approximately 100 meters north of the beach. Parking for cars and buses is available at the tourist facility.

Facilities

Public beach management. Tourist facility with public amenities located north of the beach, 100 meters away. Parking for vehicles and buses. Waste collection bins located along the entire beach length, maintained by the Kouklia Community Council. Access from facility to sea via narrow tunnel.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified as excellent based on monitoring data. The coastal body to which this area belongs is in good ecological condition. No incidents of short-term pollution were recorded during the 2008-2010 bathing seasons. No pollution sources have been identified in the terrestrial or marine zones.

Risks

Low risk of macroalgae and phytoplankton development. Negligible risk of short-term pollution. Water is typically cold and turbulent.