Maltezi, Sand beach on the island of Amorgos, Greece
Maltezi is a sand beach on the island of Amorgos, Greece, sitting just northwest of the port of Katapola in a sheltered bay. The shoreline is soft and gently sloping, with clear water over a sandy seabed and a few rocky patches along the edges.
The beach sits near the small settlement of Xilokeratidi, a community long shaped by fishing and the boat traffic of Katapola port. The bay has served as a natural landing point for small vessels for generations, keeping the area tied to the slow rhythms of island life.
The beach is reachable from Katapola either on foot in about 30 minutes through the village of Xilokeratidi or by a short water taxi ride from the port. Sunbeds, umbrellas, and a beach bar are available on site, though services may be reduced outside the main summer season.
A small church dedicated to Saint Charalampos stands near the beach and offers a broad view over the bay and the coastline beyond. The bay is also naturally sheltered from the strong winds that regularly sweep across Amorgos, keeping the water calm even on days when other beaches on the island are rough.
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