Photo of Sour Beach with bright fine sand surface © All Stars 15 Google
Photo of Sour Beach with turquoise pure water surface © Tannin - Google
Photo of Sour Beach with long straight shore © Ahmad Yahya Google
Photo of Sour Beach with very clean level of cleanliness © All Stars 15 Google
Photo of Sour Beach amenities area © Ahmad Yahya Google
Photo of Sour Beach and the settlement © Wadih Antoun Google
Photo of Sour Beach with bright fine sand surface © All Stars 15 Google
Photo of Sour Beach with turquoise pure water surface © Tannin - Google
Photo of Sour Beach with long straight shore © Ahmad Yahya Google
Photo of Sour Beach with very clean level of cleanliness © All Stars 15 Google
Photo of Sour Beach amenities area © Ahmad Yahya Google
Photo of Sour Beach and the settlement © Wadih Antoun Google
Photo of Sour Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs © Wadih Antoun Google
Photo of Sour Beach - recommended for family travellers with kids © Wadih Antoun Google
Sour Beach photo #8 © David Kidd Google
Sour Beach photo #9 © Tannin - Google
8.7
Excellent

Sour Beach

Soûr, Lebanon
#1 out of 6 in South Governorate
8.7
Excellent
Located within the settlement
Maachouq 1.6 km
Map of beach

About

Sour Beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 1th place out of 6 beaches in the South Governorate region 36.9 km away from its center, the city of Sidon. It is one of the beaches of Maachouq settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is very crowded place during the season.

Sour Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Tyre Beach, which has a rating of 7.4.

Sour Beach is located in South Governorate within Maachouq, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history
+27 o C +24 o C
Air temperature
5.2 M/S
Wind
+27 o C
Water temperature
0.7 M
Wave height

Maachouq, South Governorate,

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Caves of Genesis Lodge

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The Lotus Mansion

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.6 (Good)

Sour Beach is located in South Governorate within Maachouq, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

What to do in Sour Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Sour Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Sour Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Sour Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Localities

Maachouq  •  1.6km
Sidon  •  36.9km

Transport

KSW  •  36.7km
Nahariya Central Station/Platforms  •  30.3km
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8.7 Excellent

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8.7 Excellent
AK
Avery Kessler
4 Frustrating

Sour Beach has the potential to be a stunning beach, yet it is sadly marred by the amount of litter that litters its shores. It's a real pity.

April 2023
ES
Ethan Steele
10 Exceptional

We had an incredible experience at the beach in November - it was even warm enough to swim! The water was crystal clear and you could see the soft sandy bottom. It had a beautiful aquamarine hue and was so smooth and shallow. We had a wonderful time and hope to come back soon. We were able to sit on the beach for free and there was public access on the south side. We were able to walk up to the north end of the beach, where there were plenty of restaurants. We even went to a restaurant on the north side of the peninsula which was really nice. You can also get some great pictures from the nearby world heritage site ancient ruins.

April 2023
SA
Samiyah Ali
10 Exceptional

Tyre's beach is truly remarkable, especially in September. It's a public area with a lengthy and wide shoreline. There are plenty of activities to do, such as beach tennis (palette) and kayaking or Paddle Boat. Unfortunately, the parking is not well managed by the municipality. Additionally, there are no strict rules and regulations set by the municipality regarding beach tennis players, the cleanliness of guests, boats coming close to the shore, as well as the noise and behavior of some people on the beach.

April 2023
MJ
Mark Joss
10 Exceptional

The waters here are some of the cleanest in Lebanon, so I like to come here with friends and family whenever we can make the journey from Beirut. It's the only place with clean white sands and the longest beach in Lebanon. You can bring your own food and umbrellas and sit on either side of the beach, or pay a small entrance fee for a table under a tent further away from the water. The city itself is the most affordable in Lebanon, and parking your car only costs 3 liras. Unfortunately, dogs are no longer allowed.

April 2023
Z
Zahara
10 Exceptional

I'm absolutely smitten with this beach! The water is crystal clear and the sand is spotless. You do have to pay for a table and chairs, but you can either bring your own food or eat from the restaurant. It's the cleanest beach in Lebanon - I'm in love!

April 2023