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#4 of 23 · Things to do in Protaras Paralimni Famagusta District

Fig Tree Bay Beach

Beaches ·Protaras ·Open now
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Fig Tree Bay Beach (Protaras Beach): 500 metres of golden sand in the Protaras resort, Paralimni, Cyprus, next to Nausicaa beach.

Opening hours

Today00:00 – 23:59Show all
Monday00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday00:00 – 23:59
Thursday00:00 – 23:59
Friday00:00 – 23:59
Saturday00:00 – 23:59
Sunday00:00 – 23:59

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Why go

  • Fine golden sand along a 500-metre stretch of beach
  • Swimming in clear water on a beach awarded Blue Flag designation
  • A pedestrian promenade along the sand, with many Instagram spots that draw tourists of all ages

Season and conditions

  • The beach is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
  • Restaurants, cafes and beach bars are open throughout the day.

Safety

  • First-aid-trained lifeguards staff the beach from April to October.
  • Lifesaving equipment is kept on the beach from April to October.

With kids

  • Unlike nearby Nissi, the beach has become a popular destination for families.
  • Access to the beach is free for the public.
  • The sand is fine and golden, and the water is crystal clear.

Facilities

  • Toilets and changing rooms on the beach
  • Sun beds and umbrellas on the beach
  • Car parking
  • Restaurants, cafes and kiosks in the area around the beach
  • Water sports water-skiing, windsurfing and parasailing

History

  1. 17th centuryOne of the fig trees by the coast has stood there since the 17th century.
  2. 2010Structural improvements to the beach uncover an ancient Greek tomb.
  3. 2018The municipality of Paralimni adds ocean sand to the shore to stop erosion.

How to get there

  • On footThe beach is easy to reach on foot, by bike or by car.
  • CarIt lies in the Protaras resort, within the holiday town of Paralimni, on the southern coastline next to Nausicaa beach.

Accessibility

  • Parking A municipal car park gives parking within a short walk of the beach.
  • Wheelchair access into the sea A special wheelchair at the lifeguard tower helps disabled visitors enter the sea.

Sources: Fig Tree Bay - Wikipedia · Protaras Beach (Fig Tree Bay) - Blue Flag - Vis… · Protaras Beaches - Visit Famagusta · checked 19 Oct 2026

Where
Protaras

Plan from here: Evening walk →

Questions and answers

Is Fig Tree Bay Beach free to visit?

Yes. Access to the beach is free for the public.

How do I get to Fig Tree Bay Beach?

It is easy to reach on foot, by bike or by car. A municipal car park gives parking within a short walk of the beach.

Where exactly is Fig Tree Bay Beach?

It lies in the Protaras resort, within the holiday town of Paralimni, at latitude 35.012567 and longitude 34.058549.

Are lifeguards on duty at Fig Tree Bay Beach?

Yes. Lifeguards with first aid are on duty from April to October.

Is the sand at Fig Tree Bay Beach golden?

Yes. The beach has fine golden sand and crystal-clear water.

What are the opening hours of Fig Tree Bay Beach?

The beach is open 24 hours a day, Monday to Sunday.

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