12 best resorts of the Azov Sea

Any vacationer has ever faced a dilemma: which sea to choose? Where will it be more comfortable: on Cherny or Azov? This is not surprising: traditionally, balneology began to develop in the Black Sea region. In Azov, they actively grew vegetables and fruits, raised livestock, and engaged in fishing. And the recreational features of the region have been little used. Meanwhile, the unique combination of sea and steppe air, shallow and fresher sea, mild climate, delicious food, excellent local wine - attract more and more tourists. The resorts of the Azov Sea are an excellent choice for those who are not afraid of a slightly less developed infrastructure, and those who prefer to discover new places.

Yeisk

Recently, an increasing number of tourists choose Yeisk.

There are many reasons for this:

• transport accessibility
• relative proximity to central regions
• developed infrastructure
• an abundance of inexpensive products at any time of the year
• mild climate and warm, shallow sea (or rather, Taganrog Bay or Yeisk estuary)

Renting a house is not a problem. The city offers apartments, hotels and recreation centers for every taste and budget. And there are no problems with food: cafes and restaurants are built at every step, many of which offer a children's menu. There is also entertainment for young people: discos and nightclubs work.

The city beaches are well equipped: there is a rental of umbrellas and sun loungers, there are toilets and showers. Lifeguards are on duty, and flags are posted on the towers, allowing or prohibiting swimming. And it is quite possible to go around the coast on a yacht or boat.

The water in the bay is warm, the depth is shallow. That is why families with small children willingly come to Yeisk. Those who are tired of city rest are invited to go to the neighboring villages for a day or two. Here you can plunge into the calm rural life.

Taganrog

Port city in the Rostov region. But the resort infrastructure is quite developed here.

The benefits of relaxation are obvious:

• in the north of Azov there is no such stifling heat in July and early August
• the sea is shallow and warm
• the beaches are almost everywhere fine sandy
• prices are lower than at similar resorts

The population of the city is about 300,000 inhabitants. Many townspeople work in the spa sector. During the season, which runs from early May to late September, hotels, guest houses, cafes and canteens are open. Therefore, it will be possible to find accommodation to your liking for any period of time, even having already arrived here. For children, playgrounds are arranged on the beach and in Taganrog itself, and there is a water park.

There are several beaches in the city:

• Sunny was chosen by young people, there is an active nightlife: discos, parties. During the day, the audience is quieter.
• The most comfortable one is Eliseevsky. It is famous for its excellent infrastructure.
• Central - chosen by those who prefer to combine sunbathing with sightseeing.
• There is a lot of open space and wind on Primorskoye. Here windsurfers are accustomed to catching the wave.

Some tourists stop in the city and choose the surrounding wild beaches for swimming. It is easy to get to them by minibuses or personal transport.

Golubitskaya

Several years ago, Golubitskaya was visited mainly by families with children and elderly couples. The quiet seaside village attracted by the unhurried flow of life, cheap vegetables and fruits, fresh fish, and a convenient beach. There was practically no entertainment for young people. But staying at an inexpensive auto camping was absolutely real.

And today, a well-developed infrastructure has been added to the natural advantages: a mild climate, an abundance of sunny days, a shallow, warm sea and a convenient beach. The coastal strip is built up with hotels and recreation centers. There are nightclubs and discos, and cafes and restaurants offer inexpensive and high-quality food. It is no longer necessary to cook yourself.

Golubitskaya is a popular place on the coast. The beaches are landscaped, it is proposed to rent sun loungers and parasols. The sea is always warm and children love to swim in shallow water. There are cafes right in the coastal strip: you can have a snack without leaving the territory.

And a local attraction - a mud lake - adds to the attractiveness of the village. The lake is located on the central beach. Tourists willingly cover themselves with healing mud, and wash it off in the warm water of the sea. The village has a large selection of excursions. Among the most popular are Taman Lermontovskaya and Tizdar mud volcano.

Dolzhanskaya

This is a Cossack village located 2 kilometers from the coastline. But those guests who decide to rent rooms here in a guest house or in the private sector can be calm: it is easy to get to the sea by minibus. And some willingly hike through the pine forest. Breathing in the air infused with pine needles is pleasant and useful.

Hotels of different categories are located along the seashore. They have their own beaches where you can rent a sun lounger or parasol. There are toilets, changing cabins and showers. You can really eat in small cafes located on the beach. It is interesting that in the morning there are fishermen along the entire coast. It is absolutely possible to catch a fresh ram for breakfast.

The main interest of tourists is the Dolzhanskaya (or Dolgaya) Spit. This natural monument is washed on one side by the Sea of ​​Azov, and on the other by the Taganrog Bay. There are very few recreation centers on it: those vacationers who choose unity with the wild environment settled here. The amenities here are minimal: a toilet, imported industrial water. But in return, guests get a wonderful panorama of the setting or rising sun, fresh air, the sea splashing a stone's throw from the tent.

Dolzhanskaya braid was chosen by lovers of water sports. Special areas have been allocated for them. You have to be very careful: the sea near the spit only seems calm. It is dangerous to swim outside the permitted swimming areas: there are strong underwater currents. In Dolzhanka, both wildlife lovers and adherents of amenities comfortably rest.

Kuchugury

The resort is located on the shores of the Temryuk Bay. There are no noisy entertainments, but the sea is warm from May to September, and the air warms up to +29 degrees Celsius. The market is full of inexpensive tasty fruits, dairy products, meat and fresh sea fish. It is a quiet place to have a picnic right by the water.

But in Kuchugury there are natural attractions: the Tizdar volcano is located nearby, and in the village itself there are thermal waters. Some guests specially come to the Iskra complex to swim in the mineral pools. Kuchugury are located at some distance from railway stations and airports. But if you rent a house in advance, you can get a transfer from the place of arrival to the place of rest.

Despite the small size of the village, there are several beaches:

• The most cultivated Central Beach. There are changing cabins, a shower, a toilet. Lifeguards are on duty during the holiday season. A staircase with a handrail leads from a steep hill to the shore. There is a small set of entertainment for children: slides, trampoline.A snack is offered in a small cafe.
• It is better to go to the Primorskaya embankment through the Central: the descent is not equipped. But the sea here is shallow, the entry into the water is shallow. great place for families with children.
• Gagarinsky is almost always deserted. From the infrastructure there are showers and changing cabins. But here surfers frolic, you can ride a banana or a water bike.

Those tourists who do not like to sit in one place make trips to the Lotus Valley, a water park and a dolphinarium in the village of Golubitskaya, and participate in the Cossack games in the center of Ataman.

Shchelkino

This resort is located on the territory of Crimea. They began to build it for the workers of the local nuclear power plant. But over time, the plans changed, the station was not put into operation, and the town remained. Today the resort industry is actively developing here. Unfortunately, it is still far from the European level. Finding accommodation is quite simple.

Even having arrived in the town, you can rent a hotel or apartment. There are no problems with food: some buy food at the market and cook at home, others eat in local cafes and restaurants. The dishes are varied in price and taste. Some establishments offer a children's menu. And for young people there is entertainment to their liking. The Central Alley area is full of nightlife. Discos and karaoke do not stop until the morning.

Bars and restaurants are open. For those who choose a quiet holiday, it is recommended to rent a house further away. The central beach has a standard infrastructure. Here you can rent a sun lounger and a shade canopy. There are changing cabins, a shower and a toilet. Kids can frolic on an inflatable slide and a trampoline. Fans of outdoor activities and water sports prefer to swim in the Tatarskaya Bay.

Here, the coastline is heavily indented, and the waves are easy to catch. But the entry into the sea is shallow, and the beach is cleaner than the city one. In general, there are many campgrounds and car camps in the vicinity of the town. Lovers of minimalism choose wildlife. The main attraction of Shelkino is the Kazantip reserve. But you can see it only with a guided tour.

Primorsko-Akhtarsk

This is a small town chosen by lovers of minimalism. Among the advantages here are the warm water of the Yasensky Bay, cheap fruits and vegetables and high-quality agricultural products. It is not difficult to find housing, but it is important to take into account that no one will provide you with more comfort. Primorsko-Akhtarsk is famous for its provincial silence, an abundance of greenery in the courtyards and streets, and the unhurried flow of life. And this is important for those who are tired of the bustle and crazy rhythm of megacities.

The beaches are strewn with pebbles mixed with sand and small shell rock. The water in the bay is warm, but you should carefully choose the place to enter: sometimes the bottom is covered with viscous and slippery silt. But surfers are in bliss here: catching the wave is easy and pleasant. Most vacationers buy cheap food from the market and cook on their own. But in the city, cafes and bars are open during the season.

Some offer a night program. Tourists arriving in Primorsko-Akhtarsk, in addition to sunblock, are advised to stock up on repellents: not only people, but also mosquitoes love the mild climate. Guests arriving in Primorsko-Akhtarsk by their own cars should take bicycles with them. This mobile transport will make it easier to visit the surrounding beaches and the mud lake.

Ilyich

The village is washed by the Kerch Strait and the Sea of ​​Azov. Those tourists who prefer a quiet vacation away from the crowds of holidaymakers or families with small children stay here. Noisy youth is unlikely to go here. Ilyich himself is buried in greenery and flowers. There is always a lot of shade on the slightly sleepy streets, which is very pleasant in the heat. The holiday season starts in early May and ends in October.

The sea is always warm, but often storms in June and August. And the air during the season warms up to +26 - +28 degrees. It is slightly cooler than in Anapa or Feodosia. But Ilyich is open to all winds. They blow almost always, especially on the beach. The coastal area is strewn with sand mixed with shell rock. You can walk without special shoes.

Entry into the water is gentle, but sometimes you have to overcome large and small stones washed up by waves. The local market has an abundance of seasonal fruits and vegetables. But it is possible to buy meat or dairy products at the fair, which is open once a week. There is practically no entertainment for adults: 1-2 discos in a cafe on the beach. And children can frolic on the playgrounds built in the village.

The main advantage of Ilyich is the proximity of the Tuzla spit. Tourists go to it to find themselves between the Black and Azov seas. Flocks of dolphins often swim there. And Ilyich also offers a fascinating view of the high Crimean coast, the bridge and ships passing through the strait.

Overflow

Previously, it was a fishing village: here sturgeons were bred on a naturally formed pond. The pond was separated from the sea by a narrow cofferdam - an overburden. But one day a strong storm completely destroyed the strip of sand: the breeding of valuable fish came to an end. From this period, 2 sculptures remained: a fisherman and a fisherwoman with sturgeon in their hands. By the way, Peresyp is one of the places where the action of the Soviet film Yurkina dawns takes place.

Today the village is developing the resort infrastructure. And there are all the conditions for this: a shallow and warm sea, a spacious beach, an abundance of vegetables and fruits, a mild climate. In Peresyp it is slightly cooler than in Anapa or Kerch. The village itself is clean and well maintained. Almost the entire population works to provide services to health resort guests. Guests who prefer to relax in a quiet place come to the village.

There are no noisy discos until the early morning, restaurants where they sing karaoke. But in Peresyp there is a calm crime situation: walks in the dark are quite normal. In the high season, vegetables and fruits become much more expensive. But guests who come to the village by car solve this problem simply: they bring food from neighboring places.

Semibalki

Semibalki are located in the Rostov region. The village is washed by the shallow (in this place) Taganrog Bay. The main attraction of Semibalok is its marvelous beaches. They are composed of natural sand interspersed with quartz, glistening in the sun. Surprisingly, the coast is absolutely clean, even in places where access to the sea is free.

The entry into the water is gentle. That is why the village was chosen by couples with small children. The guys spend hours not getting out of the clean and warm sea. And parents can be calm: in order to find themselves at a considerable depth, they will have to move too far. But the adherents of comfort will not find anything interesting in Semibalki. There are no hotels, guest houses or recreation centers here. You can only settle in the private sector. And there are no various cafes with restaurants in the village. But you can agree with the owners so that they cook for an additional fee.

But Semibalki is a real paradise for anglers. You can fish in the bay or go to one of the nearby estuaries: an excellent catch is guaranteed. And lovers of cultural recreation will be happy to explore the estate of General Shabelsky, a true patriot of little Semibalok. And the history of the destroyed church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker will not leave anyone indifferent.

Hay

The hay is washed by the waves of the Taman Gulf. The holiday season starts in May and ends at the end of September. All this time, you can swim in the warm sea, and the air temperature is around +27 - +30 degrees.Entering the water is shallow, and the depth does not exceed 50-70 cm. For those who like to swim, this is a major drawback, and for parents with small children, it is a great advantage. The guys feel absolutely calm, they do not leave the warm sea for a long time.

The beach in Sennoye is wide, covered with sand. Sometimes there are layers of shell rock and small pebbles. You can walk on the beach without special shoes. But there is also a disadvantage: there are a lot of algae in the bay. Waves beat them to the shore, here they decompose and emit an unpleasant iodine odor. True, locals claim that this scent is healthy. The city beach has the usual set of services: rental of umbrellas, sun loungers, changing cabins. You can ride a catamaran or jet ski.

Almost all residents are engaged in serving health resort visitors. They rent houses, sell grown vegetables and fruits in the market, work in cafes and hotels. Housing is rented for every taste and budget. And the products are of high quality and inexpensive. Campers with tents stop on the wild beaches around Sennoye. But it is important to understand that unity with nature is worth comfort: of the amenities, only the toilet. Industrial water is brought in every few days.

For the Motherland

This small village is washed by the Temryuk Bay. It's quiet and tidy here. And from the natural attractions - the mud volcano Tizdar. The healing clay, which the crater is filled with, will rise from a depth of 200 m! The density of the substance is so high that vacationers taking a mud bath just sit in it. The bottom, of course, is impossible to get.

For the Motherland, it has a rather narrow beach located under the steep coast. You have to go down a steep staircase. Unfortunately it needs renovation. The coast is strewn with yellow sand. In some places there are seashells thrown out by the sea. Children are actively collecting them. And the cliff, which hangs over the edge of the coast, includes layers of healing blue clay. Some vacationers soak it in sea water and do mud wraps. The entry into the water is shallow, but long waves constantly roll onto the shore.

Children love to frolic in them. Service in the village is minimal. Fresh vegetables and fruits are sold in the market, the rest can be bought in shops. It's nice that cards are accepted for payment. For the Motherland - a place where families with children and supporters of a leisurely vacation feel comfortable. People come here for amazing air, warm sea and mild climate.

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