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Glyfada Beach, Naxos

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

Beside the Alyko cedar forest

Glyfada belongs to the string of small sandy coves around the Alyko peninsula, where the largest cedar forest in the Cyclades comes down to the dunes.

It is unorganised, with fine sand and shallow water, and any shade you find is from the cedars at the back.

Region
Naxos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
36.9925912, 25.3906469

About this beach

Glyfada usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. 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.

Glyfada is oriented towards the west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Glyfada has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water.

For amenities, Glyfada has natural shade and parking nearby.

Good to know

Does Glyfada beach get windy?

Glyfada usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. 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 Glyfada beach?

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

What is Glyfada beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Glyfada beach have?

It has parking nearby.

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