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Nimporio Beach, Andros
See practical info for Nimporio in Andros, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
Neimporio: Chora's own beach
Neimporio is the central beach of Chora, the capital of Andros, just a few metres north of the town's seafront road. It spreads out in fine sand and pebbles right within the fabric of the town, which is why it remains the island's busiest spot for a swim to this day.
It was always the cosmopolitan front of Chora, back when the more remote beaches could only be reached by boat, and it still shelters fishing boats and yachts. From the shore you can pick out the Tourlitis lighthouse, built in 1887 and lit from 1897, the only lighthouse in Greece raised on a rock in the open sea. Nearby, on Riva square, stands the statue of the Unknown Sailor, placed in 1959 by the sculptor Michael Tombros in honour of the seafarers of Andros.
The beach is fully organized, with seasonal sunbeds and umbrellas, showers and WC. Tavernas, cafes and bars ring the shore, with parking close by, and access is comfortable on foot or by car from Chora.
- Region
- Andros, Greece
- Beach type
- Sand & pebbles
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 37.842466005769, 24.934902109998
- Organized beach
- Sunbeds
- Parking
- Food nearby
- Family friendly
About this beach
Nimporio is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.
The bay at Nimporio opens to the east, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.
Nimporio has sand and pebbles underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.
For amenities, Nimporio has an organised beach, sunbeds, natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby.
Good to know
Does Nimporio beach get windy?
Nimporio is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the meltemi; check live wind and waves before you go.
How do you get to Nimporio beach?
Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Nimporio beach like?
A sand & pebbles beach with shallow water.
What facilities does Nimporio beach have?
It has an organised beach, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.
Open the app for live recommendation score, wind exposure, waves, best time of day and nearby alternatives.
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