Strong Beach Currents and other Paralion Astros, Greece Warning Or Danger Tips

Of the two main beaches Astygaros is the more sheltered and safe for swimming. However do be aware of strong currents and winds. We witnessed a very near accident when two children were blown out to sea in an inflateable and by the time the parents were aware of the imminent disaster the boat and children had nearly disappeared round the headland. They were only saved by strong swimmers managing to reach them and pull them inshore. Very traumatic to watch, helplessly from the beach.
Every afternoon, the wind gets up and the sea can become quite rough. One day, on the main beach, at the far end near the camp site, windsurfers were zipping along at a fair pace. The problem was, they were very close into shore and I was extremely worried for Philip's safety when he was in the water on his own. They could easily have smashed into him. Rather frightening.

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