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THE BEACHES OF NAXOS

It is difficult not to be enchanted by the beauty of Naxos, where endless beaches of golden sand and crystal clear sea make the island a natural paradise without equal ; In fact, there are numerous beaches worthy of note and choosing which are the best is not easy, because they all offer an amazing sea.

Definitely there more beautiful, long and sheltered, is there west coast of the island, where well-equipped and well-equipped beaches alternate for the practice of watersports to others completely deserted and hidden, ideal for those seeking tranquility.

The north coast is that oriental they are instead rocky, but here too you will find suggestive sandy coves or colored pebbles.

The southern area, although more difficult and far away to reach, offers wonderful hidden coves, from wild nature, very sheltered and with calm waters.

That's why Naxos is an island suitable for everyone, precisely because it offers possibilities for all needs!

AGIOS GEÓRGIOS (Chora)

The bay of Agios Georgios is the reference beach for those staying in Chora, the main town on the island, a few steps away from its center and the seafront promenade.
It is among the best equipped with long rows of umbrellas and restaurants overlooking the beach.
Thanks to the shelter of the bay, the sea here is always calm, the waters are shallow and the long beach is made of fine sand is ideal for children.

AGIOS PROKÓPIOS

This long golden sandy beach is about 4 km from Chora; considered one of the best on the island, it has continued to earn the European “blue flag”. thanks to its turquoise waters and emerald colour.The first part of the beach, which starts from the Stelida promontory, has been classified, due to the transparency of the sea, among the top 10 in all of Greece! And thanks to the Stelida promontory its waters are always there quiet and warmIt is about 1.5 km long and ends in the village of the same name, full of taverns, cafes and bars, most overlooking the sea.

AGIA ANNA

Beach with very fine sand and transparent sea, characterized by sections equipped with umbrellas and deckchairs alternated with areas of free beach; from the characteristic marina small and medium-sized boats depart to visit the nearby islands.From the small port, walking along the beach you arrive at the small promontory of Agia Anna, with its small white church at the tip surrounded by green cedar groves.
Particularly suitable for children for his shallow waters and due to the presence of many services, the beach is dotted with taverns and typical bars that overlook the sand.
It is located between the nearby beaches of Agios Prokopios and Plaka, which can be easily reached on foot in a few minutes.

MARAGAS

Immediately after Agia Anna is the almost 4 km long Maragas beach with fine sand and trees offering natural shade.
The beach is well organised, you can rent umbrellas and deckchairs and there is the possibility of practicing water sports.
The sea is ideal for families with children because the depth of the water changes gradually.

PLAKA

Very long, with well-equipped spots and other solitary ones, typical taverns and bars with wonderful views of the sea, Plaka beach is famous both for its very fine white sand and for the sea from the spectacular shades of blue it has an intense blue, so much for it splendid dunes that meet in its final part, more wild and uncontaminated.
In this long stretch of beach, even in high season, those who love greater tranquility can find uncrowded areas.

Like Agios Prokopios and Agia Anna, Plaka is also a particularly special beach suitable for children and offers equipped beach areas and other free ones to satisfy everyone's needs.

ORKÓS

Orkos beach is located between Plaka and Mikri Vigla beaches; the ideal weather conditions for the windsurf and the kitesurf have made it famous among lovers of these sports from all over Europe.

In addition to the main beach, there is a succession of small beaches and coves of notable beauty that are more sheltered from the wind.

MIKRÍ VIGLA

After Orkos, separated by a rocky promontory called Mikri Vigla, here begins the beach of the same name with white sand and crystal clear sea. The first stretch, at the foot of the promontory, repaired therefore by winds and currents, it is very reminiscent of the landscapes of our Sardinia.

On this beach you will have the possibility to rent umbrellas and deckchairs, but a word of advice... arrive early because places are few and fill up quickly!

On the beach there is a tavern/bar.

MORE SOUTHERN

Continuing even further, towards the south, you can witness a happy one combination of beaches wonderful and natural beauty, where the blue of the sea, the light of the sand and the green of the cedars a few meters from the sea prevail.
With KASTRÁKI begins a sequence of solitary coves where you can relax lulled only by the sound of the sea waves as well as the beach of PYRGÁKI, surrounded by dunes and cedars, is an ideal destination for those seeking peace and relaxation.
The beach of ALIKÓ you can reach it on foot after leaving the car in a small car park, through a wooded stretch, until you reach a enchanting viewpoint … the sea takes over here polychrome shades, ranging from turquoise to intense blue, the water is of unparalleled clarity, the landscape truly splendid and wild.

FURTHER BEACHES

As for the other more distant beaches, they are worth mentioning in the north/west they are Amitis, the pretty little bay of Abram and Apollonas (approx. 43 km. from Chora)

On the east coast, Lionas, very charming village and beach famous for its colorful pebbles and Moutsouna, excellent fish offered in its taverns overlooking the marina.

To the south, the beautiful and sheltered bays of Panormos and Kalandos.