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Prassa (Agios Georgios) Beach, Kimolos

See practical info for Prassa (Agios Georgios) in Kimolos, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

Prassa: Kimolos' white-sand shore

Prassa, also known as Agios Georgios, stretches along the north-eastern tip of Kimolos and is considered the island's best-known beach. Its fine white sand and backdrop of low hills give the setting a character that stands out among the Cyclades.

Kimolos is of volcanic origin and rich in industrial minerals such as perlite and bentonite. The white colour of the sand is attributed to the area's limestone rocks and perlite, and old perlite mines survive on the slopes above the beach. From that same white earth, kimolia (chalk), the island is said to take its name. Near the shore stands the little church of Agios Georgios, the islet of Prassonisi lies just offshore, and the sea caves nearby give refuge to the Mediterranean monk seal, monachus-monachus.

The seabed near the shore is sandy and shallow. A beach bar organises the beach seasonally with umbrellas and sunbeds, and a canteen or cafe operates through the summer months. A surfaced road reaches close to the beach and there is parking a short distance away. The facilities are seasonal and not to be counted on outside the summer season.

Region
Kimolos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
36.82438, 24.59945

About this beach

Prassa (Agios Georgios) is oriented towards the south-east, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-westerly and westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.

Prassa (Agios Georgios) has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Prassa (Agios Georgios) has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby.

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