Lalaria, White pebble beach in Skiathos, Greece.

Lalaria is a beach on the northern coast of Skiathos characterized by a narrow cove filled with white, rounded pebbles enclosed by tall limestone cliffs. These cliffs extend into the sea and create a dramatic setting for this remote shoreline.

Lalaria lies on the northeast coast of Skiathos, in the Sporades. It has no road: boats from Skiathos Town harbour reach it and serve it daily in summer. The pebbles became so sought after that collecting them is now banned, a rule that protects the beach itself.

The beach is also called Gyalos Lalaria in Greek. Collecting the white pebbles is now forbidden, a rule imposed because they were so sought after; the ban is the visible sign of how the place is treated today.

Access to this beach is by boat only from Skiathos Town, with no road reaching the location. Plan extra travel time and check sea conditions, as waters can become rough.

At the far end of the beach stands Trypia Petra, a rock pierced by a natural opening that swimmers use as a diving spot. The pebbles themselves are so sought after that collecting them is now forbidden.