Yeysk is the main Russian resort on the Sea of Azov. This is a beautiful ancient city with sandy beaches and warm shallow sea. The water is quite cloudy due to sand and silt, but quite clean. When a storm arises, the water becomes very cloudy, and during calm periods it becomes clearer. Lovers of deserted beaches and clear seas prefer to relax 40 kilometers from Yeisk on the semi-wild Dolzhanskaya Spit.
Yeysk is more suitable for those who prefer a civilized beach holiday. The city has many cafes, a cinema, a dolphinarium, a water park, an aquarium and other entertainment for adults and children.
The historical center of the city is not large, but the old low-rise buildings have a special charm. In addition, the city has a beautiful, landscaped embankment and excellent parks. It is worth visiting the Poddubny Museum: the famous strongman and athlete spent half his life in Yeisk and was buried here.
Yeysk is ideal for those interested in windsurfing and kiting - there are excellent conditions for professionals and beginners.
How to get to Yeysk
Yeisk airport has been closed for a long time and there is no timetable for opening, most likely it is not expected in the near future. The resort is popular only in the summer season. Therefore, you can get there through the airports of the nearest big cities - Krasnodar and Rostov-on-Don.
Plane to Krasnodar + bus/taxi to Yeysk
280 km from the capital of Kuban to Yeisk. You can get there in 4 hours by car or bus. From the airport to the bus station, it is best to order a Yandex taxi to avoid dealing with local bombers. Bus tickets from Krasnodar to Yeysk cost ~700 rubles.
Plane to Rostov-on-Don + bus/taxi to Yeysk
190 km separate Rostov-on-Don and the resort Yeisk. You can get there in 2.5-3 hours. Rostov-on-Don airport is located far from the city and the bus station. It is also better to order a Yandex taxi. Bus tickets from Rostov to Yeysk start from 900 rubles and depart every 2 hours.
Train to Yeysk
Trains to Yeysk are seasonal; you can only get there by railway transport in the summer: 561С from Moscow and 245А from St. Petersburg.
Where to stay
In Yeisk there are a couple of hotels, one sanatorium, guest houses, mini-hotels. And of course, daily rentals in the private sector are highly developed. Everything possible is available for rent - houses, apartments, rooms in houses. Since people come to Yeysk to relax only in the summer, maximum September, the locals try to sell everything for as much as possible, often without caring at all about the quality. We recommend that you search for housing in advance, before your trip, and not go after your grandmothers with cardboard boxes saying “a room is not expensive” upon arrival.
Sanatoriums in Yeysk
He is the only one - “Yesk”. For healing, sulfide-silt mud and 2 types of mineral water of the Psekupsky spring in the city of Goryachy Klyuch are used. The sanatorium has its own beach on Yeisk Spit.
Hotels and guest houses
The best hotels and guest houses near the sea, highly rated in the booking system:
- Babylon - right on the shore, the beach is 50 meters away, the children's beach is 10 minutes on foot, all entertainment infrastructure is nearby. To the city center (market, park) 5 minutes and 100 rubles by taxi.
- Marine - next to the Central Beach, infrastructure nearby.
- Guest house “Lilia” – 200 meters from Kamenka beach, next to the Taganrog embankment. The guesthouse has an indoor pool and sauna.
- Volna - next to the Central Beach, next to an amusement park and all entertainment infrastructure. Great location. There is a small swimming pool on site.
- Kamenka - Primorsky Boulevard and Kamenka Beach 100 meters away.
- Yeysk VIP Plaza – 400 meters to Kamenka beach, large swimming pool on site, comfortable rooms, some with sea views.
Children's beach in Yeysk (“Tornado”, “Novinka”, “Babylon”)
Berezhok is located on the section of the “entertainment” Yeisk Spit where the establishments indicated in brackets are built - this is a 310-meter section of the marina, from the fence of the Tornado Hotel to the entrance portal of the Novinka Hotel. At the beginning, he goes to the “ring near the armored boat.” Equipment - changing rooms, showers, rental of sun loungers and parasols.
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The name is associated with the gaming complex, located opposite the high round indoor discotheque, known to Yerevan residents under the nickname “The Paddock”. The area is popular with all kinds of fast food, which kids are also greedy for. The water is cloudy due to mud. There is much more sand here than shells, so the children will make a lot of castles and Easter cakes.
Yeisk Spit and city beaches
The length of the Yeisk Spit is about 3 kilometers. Once upon a time it was even longer: located about 3 kilometers from the coast, the island, which is called Green, the Island of the Seven Winds and other exotic names, was once part of the spit. But a strong storm in 1914 separated them. People also helped this: due to the industrial mining of shell rock, a gap formed on the spit. Now Yeisk Spit is a resort center with cafes, monuments and various attractions.
The Yeisk Spit has the best city beaches: Central, Children's and Molodezhny. Some of them are located on the shores of the Taganrog Bay, some on the coast of the Yeisk Estuary.
Children's beach
Children's beach - fine sand and shell rock, gentle entrance to the water. There are no strong waves or currents. And most importantly - small, very, very small. Ideal for children, water is knee-deep for tens of meters.
Looking at the name, we thought – knee-deep. Indeed, knee-deep at first. But... we walked a hundred meters... and cool! The depth varies. And it can be like this: deep, went further into the sea - shallow, went further - deep. And when the waves! It is impossible to convey all the sensations at different depths. I recommend it for families with children of any age: everyone will be interested. / Polina Pozdneva.
Central Beach
The central beach is considered the most comfortable. There is infrastructure for adults (cafes, soft drinks, billiards) and children (attractions). You can rent sun loungers. The beaches are sandy, easy entry into the sea, shallow.
The best beach for adults and even with children in the city of Yeisk. Everyone hangs out here. Well, actually, that’s why it’s Central. The only thing that always seemed windy was the breeze. The sea is a little, half a degree colder than in the estuary, and it is more salty. And even light waves are present every day. On the short path to the beach there are plenty of shops and cafes. It’s possible even with children, it’s still shallow, although deeper than at Children’s. From Detsky towards the estuary it’s really a 5-minute walk. / Aibulat Bagumanov.
Youth Beach
Youth Beach is located at the very top of the Yeisk Spit. Here is the greatest depth in the sea, there is a strong undercurrent, the entrance to the water is not flat, the depth is immediate. Therefore, it is popular among adults. Not suitable for children at all.
A very good place, compared to everything else that is in Yeysk. There is no such intrusive and flashy business: rides, toilets, popcorn (preferably everything is still in one place on 5 meters of area). Here it’s the other way around – there are clean beaches and no flashy advertising, there are sun loungers (for a fee), and a lot of fish. / Michael Poll.
The shore is sand and small shells, it’s pleasant to walk. Next to the Youth Beach there is the Yeskwind mini-hotel with a windsurfing school.
The best beaches of Yeysk
The resort town of Yeysk is located on the shore of the shallow Azov Sea, which quickly warms up and maintains a comfortable water temperature much longer than the waters of the Black Sea. Most beaches are clean, well-maintained and free. That is why the beaches of Yeysk are popular among tourists, especially at the peak of the season.
Recreation areas are divided into the beaches of the Taganrog Bay and the Yeisk Estuary, since Yeisk is located on a peninsula. These resort areas are separated by the famous Yeisk Spit.
Sunbeds on Central Beach
The Central City Beach and Kamenka Beach are deservedly ranked among the best beaches of Taganrog Bay. They are landscaped from A to Z: all the beach infrastructure, safety and entertainment for both children and adults. A comfortable beach with shallow entry into the water, which is chosen by families with children, is Melaki Beach.
If you are looking for privacy and calm, uncrowded beaches, take a closer look at the estuary. Less comfortable, but more “wild” resort areas are located here. For example, Youth Beach, which is also suitable for sports. Or a children's resort for families with children. In general, almost all beach areas of Yeisk are suitable for families with children: the maximum sea depth along the entire length of the coast is no more than 2.5 meters.
Taganrog embankment
The embankment along Kamenka beach, locals call it Primorskaya embankment. Stretched for 2 km along Schmidt Street. Taganrog embankment is the main promenade of Yeysk. Well-maintained, with all the necessary infrastructure for recreation and walking - benches, cafes, bars, children's amusement parks, a small oceanarium, funny monuments, and a 27-meter Ferris wheel. The embankment runs along the ridge of the hill, the beach is located below, offering beautiful sea views.
Kamenka Beach
Kamenka Beach stretches along the Taganrog embankment, with three descents leading to the shore.
It’s not for nothing that Kamenka got its name: unlike the beaches on the Yeisk Spit, here the beach is sand and pebbles, there are places with large stones. Due to slippery boulders, it is not convenient to enter the water everywhere.
The beach is not very good. You can’t go into the sea, you’ll rip off all your legs and it’s very small. We talked to a lot of people on this beach, they think that it is the only one in Yeisk, and they are content with it. Then they go to their home and tell everyone what a swamp and sea there is in Yeisk... Like some of my friends. Although Yeysk has a very good central beach. / Roman Viktorovich.
Many people use special rubber slippers - aquasocks, which are sold right there. The only problem is getting into the water, because beyond that there is sand and of course it’s shallow. Adults will have to go very far into the sea to swim.
Beautiful embankment) the beach itself is not very good))) let's say for an amateur) the entrance to the sea is on rocks) but probably this has its advantages) Additional massage) and the whole range of entertainment and infrastructure is available. / Elvira Panfilova.
Another disadvantage is the ability to drive to the beach by car, which many people take advantage of. In addition, there are almost no awnings and no opportunity to hide from the southern sun. All day long there is a brisk trade - pies, belyashi, corn.
There is, of course, a large coastal area, a lot of entertainment, a lot of housing for vacationers, but it is a bit shallow and there are stones in the water. I prefer the central beach, the sand is good there, the sea is deeper and there is much more entertainment. / Anatoly K.
Kamenka is one of the most popular beaches in the city due to the abundance of water and land activities. You can rent a jet ski or catamaran, ride on a “tablet”, “banana”, there are inflatable trampolines, a “Catapult” attraction, and there are experts in braiding hair and creating temporary tattoos. The beach is equipped: there are changing cabins, dry closets, sports grounds, sun loungers for rent, garbage is removed every day. On the beach there is the Nemo water park, nearby there is a dolphinarium and an oceanarium, many cafes, including the stylized restaurant “Cossack Kuren”.
Overview of all Yeysk beaches
The Yeisk Spit divides the resort territory with a sharp ledge and forms two water areas - a bay and an estuary. The advantage of this geographical location is that you can choose the weather conditions that suit you. For example, when stormy waves are directed from the estuary, it means that everything is calm in the bay. And vice versa.
The total length of the coastline of the Yeysk resort is about 20 km. Most of the coastline is landscaped recreation areas, the second half is wild shell beaches that will give you a calm and secluded holiday.
Children's beach
Despite the fact that wild beaches are poorly developed, they are chosen by a large number of vacationers who are looking for a secluded holiday away from the bustle of the beach.
There is also a nudist beach in Yeysk, which is located a 40-minute drive from the city center. Finding it is not so easy; you won’t be able to get directly to the coast by car. A few naturists, local and visiting, gather here.
Vista Beach
In the western part of the Yeisk Peninsula there is the Vista resort, which is not subject to the traditional beach bustle. Here you can often meet elderly locals or family tourists who were looking for a quiet and uncrowded holiday. This beach cannot be called comfortable; there is only the most necessary for relaxation: shelters, changing cabins, toilets. During peak season, shopping pavilions are open.
There are canteens and cafes on the neighboring beaches. For active water activities - catamaran riding, skiing and banana boating - you will also have to go to a neighboring resort, for example, to Kamenka. Because of this, Vista is often classified as a “wild” beach, although there is a coast guard and cleaning of the coastal area.
Vista Beach
Vista is a pebble beach of medium length. The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is also strewn with pebbles, making the water seem cleaner and more transparent. There is a dirt road behind the beach, so many vacationers prefer to come here by car.
Things to do:
- Swim, sunbathe.
- Take walks along the coast.
- Beach sports games.
Here are some affordable housing options close to Vista Beach:
- Guest House "Pelican" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel "Morskaya" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Villa “Vitalia” (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
It is better to look for housing in the private sector on Sutochno.ru - this is a reliable service with real photos of owners and reviews from tourists. You can rent a room, apartment or entire house directly from the owners. Don’t expect to easily find housing upon arrival at the station - they usually offer apartments at inflated prices, in an inconvenient area and with a minimum of amenities. Book your accommodation several months in advance of your trip.
Kamenka Beach
A dolphinarium, an aquarium, a water park, attractions, shops and restaurants are located in the area of the most popular and longest beach of Yeysk - on Kamenka. It stretches along the Taganrog embankment; there are three descents to the sea. The seashore here is rocky, with large stones found in places; closer to Melyaki, the coast becomes mixed sandy and rocky.
The water warms up quickly, since the entrance to the sea is shallow and flat. You can swim already in mid-May. Adults will have to go very far to swim.
Kamenka Beach
The only drawback, according to reviews from tourists, is that there are few awnings on the beach to hide from the sun. Otherwise, the amenities and entertainment here are at the same level: locker rooms, showers, sun loungers and sun loungers, rental of water attractions, inflatable slides and much more. You definitely won’t be bored on Kamenka! In the evening, a picturesque view of the Sea of Azov opens from the elevated Taganrog embankment.
Things to do
- Swim, sunbathe.
- Boating, speedboats, etc. There is a rental point for everything necessary for these purposes.
- Walks by the sea.
For housing near Kamenka beach, you can consider these options:
- Apart-hotel "Sovenok" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house "Riviera" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel "Victoria" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Melaki Children's Beach
The sandy Children's Beach Melaki delights the youngest tourists. There is everything for building castles and Easter cakes, as well as for water treatments. A gentle entrance to the water, a soft safe bottom, attractions and therapeutic mud. According to local residents, it is extremely useful, especially for fragile small organisms.
You can get here from anywhere in the city. If you are looking for a place where you don’t have to worry about the safety of your little ones, feel free to choose Melaki Children’s Beach. The infrastructure here is aimed at young tourists. Even cafes offer several options for children's menus.
Melaki Children's Beach
Things to do:
- Swim and soak up the sun with a non-alcoholic cocktail.
- Have fun with your child.
There are many accommodations near Melaki beach, here are a few of them:
- Hotel "Eysk VIP Plaza" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Mini-hotel "Abazhur" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Central beach of Yeysk
We have already talked about the Central City Beach above. However, we are sure that you yourself know what to expect from the main beach of the resort town. This is the largest and most popular recreation area. If you want to stay here, you will have to make reservations in advance.
The central beach of Yeysk occupies about 500 meters. There is a smooth, gentle entry into the water, a sandy surface, and there are many hotels and boarding houses for recreation nearby. The Central Beach is well looked after and cleaned regularly. Only during the peak season, according to tourists, garbage may appear on the territory, which they do not have time to remove.
Central beach of Yeysk
The beach area is well landscaped. During the day, rescuers and doctors are always on duty here. There is a billiard room, a tennis court, a shooting range, and various sports grounds. In the evening, you can enjoy walks along the shady alleys and admire the sunset, reaching the very end of the spit. Nightlife in the Central Beach area is no less active: every evening dance rhythms sound here and the lights of nightclubs sparkle.
Things to do:
- Sunbathe and walk along the beach.
- Sports entertainment.
- Hang out at a nightclub.
Three luxury housing options near Central Beach, here they are:
- Mini-Hotel “Yeiskwind” (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel “Asteria” (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel "Turbaza Volna" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Youth Beach
Youth beach is considered one of the oldest in Yeysk. It is located at the end of the Yeisk Spit and abuts the estuary. As the name suggests, this is a beach for active youth recreation. Moreover, not only tourists come here, but also local boys and girls.
This area is not at all suitable for families with children. The fact is that strong underwater currents are possible in this sea area. Therefore, you should swim here in compliance with safety rules. In addition, the entrance to the water here is quite sharp. The main highlight of the beach, which attracts tourists, is the windsurfing and kitesurfing school. Experienced instructors teach in the Yeisk Estuary. Those who know how to ride will be able to try their hand at Taganrog Bay, on the other side of the spit.
Youth Beach
The beach is gaining popularity every season, and therefore becoming more and more well-groomed and comfortable. Today there is parking for cars and a large camping site. There are also cafes with Wi-Fi, restaurants, cafes and clubs on the beach.
Things to do:
- All possible water activities.
- Go windsurfing and kitesurfing.
- Play beach volleyball.
There are several excellent inexpensive hotels near Youth Beach:
- Hotel Babylon (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel Tornado 3* (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Resort hotel "Parus" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Wild beach railway station
A small beach area near the railway is a “wild” beach. It is popular among those who do not like a lot of tourists around.
Its characteristic features are a rocky sandy coast and a rocky entrance to the sea. The shores in this area are quite high, and the descent to the beaches is difficult in some places. But the sea is cleaner than on Kamenka or Central Beach. You can go to this “wild” beach by car.
Wild beach railway station
Vacationers may be confused by the fact that there is a railway and a station nearby. But there is no need to worry: trains run here extremely rarely.
Things to do:
- Enjoy a relaxing holiday.
- Sports entertainment.
There are several budget accommodation options near the beach, here they are:
- Guest house "Ogni Eiska" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house "Lotsman" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach Cliff
The narrow coastal strip, which ends with a sharp cliff, received a telling name - Obryv Beach. This is a wild beach, there is no infrastructure here. It is located at the exit from Yeysk. People often come here by car and set up a tent camp. Moreover, not only tourists, but also local residents use this area for outdoor recreation.
Since the beach is “wild,” you should think in advance about what you will take with you, from beach accessories to drinking water and snacks.
Beach Cliff
In addition to ordinary vacationers, you can see many fishermen here, because the Precipice is not crowded and quiet, which means you can always find a place for secluded fishing. Also during the day on the beach you can often meet photographers and artists who want to capture the beauty of these places.
Things to do:
- Set up a tent.
- Go fishing.
There are several guest houses near Obryv beach, here they are:
- Guest house "My House" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house “U Borisovicha” (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Nudist beach in Yeysk
In the Azov tourist zone, nudism is not widespread. That is why there is only one nudist beach here, which is located quite remotely. You can't get there by car. You can orient yourself towards the Obryv beach. If you move away from it to the left and walk about 300 meters, you will find a nudist beach in a cozy and private place.
Those who love a comfortable holiday will be disappointed: there is no infrastructure in the area. The bottom in certain areas is muddy, hence the water is cloudy. The entrance to the sea is shallow and smooth. To immerse yourself completely in the water, you will have to walk 250 m. The bottom is absolutely flat. In addition, here you will not need umbrellas and awnings. A dense deciduous forest stretches along the coast, which not only hides from the sun, but also gives coolness and saturates the air with oxygen.
Nudist beach in Yeysk
Yes, it's difficult to get here. But solitude, picturesque landscape and endless sea surface become a reward for the difficulties of the journey.
Things to do:
- Enjoy the silence of a relaxing holiday.
The nudist beach has several accommodation options, here they are:
- Recreation center "Kubansky Khutor" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house "Morskoy" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Wild beach on the estuary
The beach, located in the estuary area, can be quite crowded during the season. The fact is that it is a narrow coastal strip, and nearby there is a private sector and mini-hotels that receive many tourists.
This is not a landscaped recreation area. The sea coast is safe for swimming, the depth is shallow, the bottom is flat.
Wild beach on the estuary
The beach looks especially beautiful at sunset, when the bright southern sun is reflected in the long water surface of the estuary. Near the coastline there is a technical area where water transport scurries around.
Things to do:
- Enjoy a relaxing holiday.
- Sports entertainment.
There are several guest houses located near the beach on the estuary, here they are:
- Guest house "Edelweiss" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house Iug-Dom (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach on Svobody Street
In this part of the Yeisk Estuary you will find the largest amount of medicinal clay in the water of the bay. Many vacationers on this coast notice that after swimming their skin becomes smoother and more well-groomed. Therefore, if you are going to the Azov region specifically for treatment and cosmetic effects, go to Svoboda Street.
This beach belongs to the poorly equipped recreation areas. You should take beach accessories, sun loungers, water and snacks with you. Among the amenities, there are a few changing cabins, benches for relaxation, a children's inflatable slide and wooden decking for tables, which is well suited for picnics.
Beach on Svobody Street
Here you do not need special shoes: the coastline on the beach is sandy, with small pebbles less common. The bottom is smooth and clean. Near Svoboda Street there is a private sector with inexpensive housing.
Things to do:
- Enjoy a relaxing holiday.
- Have a picnic.
There are inexpensive guest houses near the beach on Svobody, here they are:
- Guest house "Camelot" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house "At Uncle Vanya's" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Dolzhanskaya Spit
The Long Spit is a picturesque natural monument. By the name of the village located at its base, the spit is also often called Dolzhanskaya. There are clean sandy beaches with beautiful shells, as well as kite and windsurfing schools. You can almost always catch a good wind on the spit, so Dolgaya attracts sailing enthusiasts from all over the country.
The size of the spit is constantly changing; now its length is about 10 kilometers. This sandy barrier separates the Taganrog Bay from the Sea of Azov. The water on one side and the other actually looks different: to appreciate it fully, you need to be at the very edge of the spit.
Dolzhanskaya Spit is a popular place among fans of wild recreation; there are also many paid campsites lined up along the spit.
Recreation centers on Dolzhanskaya Spit : Veterok, Raduzhnaya.
Small beach "Vodnik"
This section of the coast also belongs to the center of the agglomeration, but to the eastern Riviera - like “Children’s”, it “looks” at the estuary. Named because of the old water sports school and later boat station.
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It goes along the boathouses and narrow roadway. From the north it is limited by the tower of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, from the south – by the northern end of Osvodovskaya Street. The length of this corner of the city is 650 m, the depth of the shell surface is 15 m, which can be seen even in the photo.
