The Sea

The Mediterranean sea provides a finishing touch to cottage accommodation. There are many beach entrances to choose from. Basically the Herzliya Pituach beach can be divided in a Southern (crowded) part and Northern (quite) part.

The Southern part has hotels and restaurants along the beach. During the summer you will have to purchase an entry ticket to get into these beaches. The Northern beach of Sidna Ali is free of charge, less crowded and in many ways nicer. From Sidna Ali you can even go up north a long the coast an reach the Apollonian ruins, remains of an ancient fortress along the cost.

Be aware of the intensity of the sun during the summer. Its recommended during this period to go to the beach during morning and after noon hours only. Water temperatures vary between seasons. Expect warm water during summer (28 °C). Moderate in spring and autumn (20 °C) and cold in winter (16 °C). Near Hof Hasharon beach you will find a variety of stores to purchase necessities for a beach visit. The Southern part has a Marina, that provides also a variety of nautical services. Lifeguards are present during working hours in most of the beaches.

Currents & waves
The Mediterranean sea is often calm an good for swimming. However, on certain days currents might be strong with high waves (up to 2 meter) which makes swimming dangerous.

Common sports in the area
Kyte and wave surfing, sailing, paragliding

Walk to the beach:
Hof Hashron: beach (entry to southern part, 15 min walk from the cottage )
Hof Sidna Ali: beach (entry to northern part, 15 min walk from the cottage )