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Mavra Volia Beach, Chios

Mavra Volia beach, Chios, Greece

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

Mavra Volia: the black volcanic pebbles of Emporios

Mavra Volia lies on the south coast of Chios, right beside the picturesque little port of Emporios, and stands out for its jet-black volcanic pebbles. The very name, meaning 'black pebbles', points to these dark, sea-polished stones that carpet the shore.

The pebbles are of volcanic origin and give the beach its distinctive colouring. The bay unfolds in successive coves below Emporios, while the wider area has yielded a prehistoric settlement and acropolis, with excavations that reveal very early habitation of the site.

The beach is unorganised, laid with the well-known black pebbles and without natural shade. Tavernas and cafes operate in nearby Emporios, there is parking close by, and seasonal lifeguard coverage is planned during 2026.

Region
Chios, Greece
Beach type
Pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
38.18469, 26.02898

About this beach

Mavra Volia has partial shelter in the meltemi — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. 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 shoreline at Mavra Volia faces south-east, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Mavra Volia has pebbles underfoot with water that deepens close to shore.

For amenities, Mavra Volia has parking nearby and food nearby.

Good to know

Does Mavra Volia beach get windy?

Mavra Volia has partial shelter in the meltemi — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. 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 Mavra Volia beach?

Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.

What is Mavra Volia beach like?

A pebbles beach with deep water.

What facilities does Mavra Volia beach have?

It has parking nearby and food nearby.

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