Greece is full of steep and impressive beaches that are sometimes difficult to reach, but the result rewards you.
Crystal clear turquoise waters and sandy beaches are waiting for you to spend some of the best moments of your life. Some of these beaches stand out for their history, but also for the legend that has formed around their name. One such beach is Foneas beach in the Peloponnese.
Foneas beach is one of the most famous in West Mani, although it actually looks hidden. It is located at the end of a path and is a beautiful and crystal clear beach with pebbles that will give you endless moments of diving and relaxation. It is full of trees and rocks that create a special environment.
The most characteristic feature of the beach that you will see in many photos is the big rock that is there. It is located in the middle of the bay and from there you will see many people swimming. Remember that the beach is not organized and you can only find an open canteen to have a drink. This means that you should have with you a beach umbrella, mats and everything else that you need to make your experience more pleasant.
Now for the name of the beach, there are various legends and versions. One of these legends, which is considered the most common, is the following: A pirate once went down on the beach and found refuge in its cave. Until he managed to repair his shipwreck, he killed passers-by to rob them, and so he remained in the local tradition as "Foneas"(murderer).
Access is only difficult the first time. It is located very close to Delfinia beach, just four kilometers southeast of Kardamili, on the road to Laconia.
