Σευχέλες, Beach on Ikaria, Greece
Σευχέλες is a remote beach on the southern coast of the Greek island of Ikaria, enclosed by gray rock faces and covered in white sand mixed with large, smooth pebbles. There are no facilities on site, and the water is clear and calm, making it a good spot for swimming.
The beach did not form naturally but was created by a landslide triggered when a tunnel was dug nearby for the road leading to the village of Manganitis. That single event reshaped this stretch of coastline and left behind the sandy cove visible today.
There is no direct road access to the beach, so visitors must park on the main road and walk down a steep, uneven trail that takes around seven minutes. Sturdy shoes are a good idea, and since there are no services nearby, bringing water, food and sun protection is essential.
Just below the waterline near the shore, there are small underwater caves that can be explored with a mask and fins. This hidden feature is less known than the sandy cove itself, but it draws snorkelers who come specifically to look around inside them.
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