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Paralia Volcana Beach, Kos

Paralia Volcana beach, Kos, Greece
Paralia Volcana — Andrzej Szkopiński, CC BY 3.0

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

A quiet beach by volcanic rocks

A quiet beach ~35 km southwest, in the Kefalos area. It is named after the volcanic rock formations around it; a place for a serene swim in natural surroundings.

With minimal facilities (wild to lightly organized).

Region
Kos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
36.78131, 27.00499

About this beach

Paralia Volcana is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. 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 Paralia Volcana faces north-west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and easterly winds.

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

For amenities, Paralia Volcana has an organised beach and sunbeds.

Good to know

Does Paralia Volcana beach get windy?

Paralia Volcana is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. 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 Paralia Volcana beach?

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

What is Paralia Volcana beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Paralia Volcana beach have?

It has an organised beach and sunbeds.

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