Mikri Vigla -Southern bay, Sandy beach on Naxos island, Greece.
The southern bay at Mikri Vigla stretches along white sands with clear waters, sheltered by a rocky hill that divides it from the northern section.
The bay's location near ancient maritime routes made it a natural stopping point for vessels traveling between mainland Greece and the eastern Mediterranean islands.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing methods in the southern waters of Mikri Vigla, contributing to the regional gastronomy of Naxos.
The beach offers natural shade from the surrounding cliffs, with several parking spots available near the Mikri Vigla Restaurant, 12 kilometers from Naxos Town.
The southern section, known as Sahara, features water depths varying from 40 centimeters to 3 meters, with a rocky islet 200 meters from shore.
GPS coordinates: 37.02060,25.37335
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:16
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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