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Komi Beach, Chios

Komi beach, Chios, Greece
Komi — Ailinaleixo, CC BY-SA 3.0

See practical info for Komi in Chios, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

The long sands below the old watchtowers

Komi lies on the southeastern coast of Chios, at the centre of its own bay, stretching along a sandy beach nearly a kilometre long, one of the island's most expansive. It is the port of Kalamoti, the large medieval village about six kilometres inland to the north, and its name is the ancient Greek word for a small settlement or hamlet.

Above the cove to the west rises the conical hill of Prophitis Ilias, while on two rises to the east and west stand vigles, lookout posts that once raised the alarm when pirate ships appeared, so the villagers could take refuge and fortify themselves at Kalamoti. The fertile plain behind the shore was long cultivated, and the watermelons of Komi are still renowned across Chios.

The beach is organized, with fine and coarse sand, tavernas and cafés along its front, seasonal sunbeds and parking, and seasonal lifeguard coverage planned for 2026. It carries a Blue Flag and is reached by a paved road.

Region
Chios, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
38.20051, 26.04271

About this beach

Komi is oriented towards the south-east, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.

Komi has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Komi has an organised beach, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.

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