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Plaka Beach, Naxos

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

The wild dunes of Naxos

The longest (~4 km) of the chain of beaches south of the town, with soft white-gold sand and natural dunes dotted with sea cedars and tamarisks; white sea lilies bloom here in summer.

It has a dual character: organised beach bars to the north, wilder and sparsely serviced to the south (with a long-standing naturist stretch at the far end). It stays quiet.

Region
Naxos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
37.050743, 25.369322

About this beach

Plaka 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.

The bay at Plaka opens to the south-west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

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

For amenities, Plaka has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Plaka Camping, ~320 m).

Good to know

Does Plaka beach get windy?

Plaka 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 Plaka beach?

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

What is Plaka beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Plaka beach have?

It has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.

Open the app for live recommendation score, wind exposure, waves, best time of day and nearby alternatives.

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