Beaches of Greece

Greece is known around the world for its award-winning beaches and the crystal-clear waters of inlets and waterways. Swimming is generally good from April to October, though different regions vary with water temperature changes according to the seasons.

With more than 8,000 miles of coastline, Greece has hundreds of beaches to choose from, and Greece consistently ranks high in "blue flag" competitions.

Some of the most popular beaches in Greece are :

Myrtos Beach: Located on the island of Kefalonia, Myrtos Beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, with its turquoise waters and white pebble sands.
Navagio Beach: Also known as Shipwreck Beach, Navagio Beach is located on the island of Zakynthos and is famous for its clear blue waters, white sand beach, and shipwrecked boat that sits on the shore creating a unique visual setting.
Elafonisi Beach: Located on the island of Crete, Elafonisi Beach is known for its pink sand and crystal-clear waters.
Balos Beach: Located on the island of Crete, Balos Beach is known for its shallow turquoise waters and stunning views.
Porto Katsiki Beach: Located on the island of Lefkada, Porto Katsiki Beach is known for its crystal-clear waters, white sand beach, and stunning cliffs.
Sarakiniko Beach: Located on the island of Milos, Sarakiniko Beach is known for its unique landscape of white volcanic rocks and crystal-clear waters.

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Palaio Faliro Beach

Papafragas Beach (Milos Island)

Santorini Perissa Beach

Shipwreck Beach (aka Smuggler's Cove, Navagio Beach on Zakynthos)

Just Photos of Greece Beaches:

Kavalikefta Beach on Lefkada Island

Glarokavos Beach in Halkidiki – click image for expanded and enlarged photo

Psili Ammos Beach on Thsassos Island – view photo enlarged

GREECE BEACH MEDIA REPORTS

The Greek beaches that lost the famous "Blue Flag" rating

September 19, 2024: Story at Ta Nea [Greek]

List of the beaches with the most complaints and investigations for violations

August 18, 2024: Story at Parapolitika [Greek]

Greece now using drones to fight beach squatting

July 21, 2024: Story at Outlook India [English]

Sunbeds and euros: the cost for a beachside position can be as much as €220

The reservations and prices of nightlife restaurants and bars has now moved to the valuable beachside spots where people pay to have a good view and close-in walking to the water. "Minimum consumption" fees are also required in reserved areas.

Story at Protothema [English]