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Koundouros Beach, Kea

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

Koundouros: the sandy bay of the windmills

Koundouros stretches along the southwestern coast of Kea (Tzia), a wide sandy bay of fine and coarse sand dotted with the island's characteristic stone Cycladic windmills. It is one of Kea's best-known and most organized beaches, ringed by a string of smaller sandy coves.

The area carries a long history reaching back centuries. By tradition, this was the site of ancient Nirissos, the harbour of Poiessa, one of the four cities that made up ancient Kea's Tetrapolis together with Ioulida, Koressia and Karthaia. Many of the old windmills have over the years been restored and turned into homes, giving the bay its distinctive look. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag on various occasions.

It is fully organized, with a beach bar, seasonal sunbeds and umbrellas, a café, and seasonal showers and WC, while parking is available nearby. The shallow water and sand suit families, and access is by a paved road.

Region
Kea, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
37.58085, 24.27811

About this beach

The shoreline at Koundouros faces west, 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.

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

For amenities, Koundouros has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade and parking nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Camping Kea, ~2013 m).

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