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Elinta Beach, Chios
See practical info for Elinta in Chios, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
The cove that hid the Papanikolis
Elinta sits on the western coast of Chios, in a large enclosed bay below the mountain villages of Avgonyma and Anavatos, about 25 kilometres from Chios town. It is a shore of white pebbles and rock, where pine trees descend the slope almost to the water's edge.
The landscape around the cove is one of rare natural beauty, with high mountains closing off the bay. Tradition holds that during the Second World War the legendary Greek submarine Papanikolis hid in the waters of Elinta. By one account, the beach's name is linked to an ancient word for the sea.
Elinta is unorganized, with pebbles and rock, and the pines offer shade near the shore. There is parking nearby, though its road access has not yet been confirmed by a direct source.
- Region
- Chios, Greece
- Beach type
- Pebbles
- Access
- Moderate access
- Coordinates
- 38.39133, 25.99034
- Parking
- Snorkeling
About this beach
Elinta usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. 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 Elinta opens to the south, so it usually has natural cover from south-easterly, south-westerly and easterly winds.
Elinta has pebbles underfoot with water that deepens close to shore.
For amenities, Elinta has natural shade and parking nearby.
Good to know
Does Elinta beach get windy?
Elinta usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. 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 Elinta beach?
Access is moderate access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Elinta beach like?
A pebbles beach with deep water.
What facilities does Elinta beach have?
It has parking nearby.
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