dani negreanu Posted July 22, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 22, 2014 It's a nice alternative to those who, for different reasons, don't go to Olympia. Costs 6 Euro pp, five min walk from the dock, every 30 min. Has 2 stops - at a vinery and then at a nice beach. We were the only ones who got out at the vinery, at here is a catch... When u want to go back, u don't have seats. After tasting the vine (DH was not keen, they also promised a tour of the vinery, which we didn't see going), we went back to catch the train, but it also arrived full, and the driver said "wait for the next" - all in all we found ourselves in an impossible situation, when the trains arrive full and people are gathering and saying they'll get on the next train "no matter what". After waiting 2 more trains, the operators attached another empty coach for all those waiting at the vinery and we finally got on. My advice - take the train only if you're heading to the beach, it's a very pleasant ride.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CintiPam Posted July 22, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Very helpful information. Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewoodspark Posted July 23, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I guess the beach you are referring to is at a different location to the one at the end of the row of shops and restaurants down the street when existing the ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani negreanu Posted July 23, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I guess the beach you are referring to is at a different location to the one at the end of the row of shops and restaurants down the street when existing the ship We didn't go to the beach (were anxious to find wifi to get in touch with the kids we left in Israel), but the "stop-beach" was down from a hotel, and then the train continued back to Katakalon for at least 1-2 km after this stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syesmar Posted August 9, 2014 #5 Share Posted August 9, 2014 It's a MUCH better beach named Agios (Saint) Andreas. http://www.katakolon.org/beaches.html Beds & umbrellas are free, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waterloo4 Posted November 19, 2014 #6 Share Posted November 19, 2014 Beware :eek: The mini train ride is fine and inexpensive. Agios Andreas Beach is very dangerous! When I took my family there in the Summer of 2014 there was a strong rip current where the strong waves pull you out to sea. I am a very strong swimmer and I was very close to drowning - pulled to safety by the ring and rope back on the beach and brave fellow travelers. It is not worth it to die on your vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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