Pori beach, Sandy beach in Koufonisia, Greece
The half-moon shaped beach stretches along the northeast coast of Ano Koufonisia, offering views across the Aegean Sea to the islet of Keros.
The surrounding region maintained connections with pirates during medieval times, establishing protected zones between the neighboring islands of the Cyclades.
The beach accommodates both traditional beachgoers and naturists, reflecting the Greek acceptance of diverse beach cultures since the 1960s.
Visitors need to bring water and personal items, as the beach lacks facilities and can be reached by boat or motorbike from the main settlement.
The beach maintains consistent winds that create conditions for windsurfing, while the surrounding red rock formations frame the sandy shoreline.
Location: Laconia Regional Unit
GPS coordinates: 36.72084,23.02393
Latest update: March 21, 2025 08:12
Greece is home to many secluded beaches, away from main tourist routes and resorts. These lesser-known coastlines are found on the islands of Crete, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Cephalonia, Milos, and Karpathos. Some feature fine light-colored sand, others black volcanic pebbles from ancient eruptions, and all are surrounded by turquoise waters where the seabed is visible from the surface. Accessing these sites often requires extra effort: steep paths descending from cliffs, unpaved roads crossing Mediterranean scrub, or boat trips from coastal villages. Seitan Limania is nestled in a gorge with rocky walls over 100 meters high, while Egremni Beach is accessible after descending 350 carved steps in the cliffs. Mavra Volia is distinguished by its black lava stones, remnants of an eruption 2200 years ago, and Kedrodasos is home to centuries-old junipers casting shadows on the sand. These beaches generally have little or no tourist infrastructure. The lack of restaurants, parasol rentals, or paved parking preserves their natural state and limits the number of visitors, even during peak summer season. Some areas, such as Marathonisi Island, are partially protected to allow nesting of loggerhead turtles.
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