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Atspas Beach, Thasos

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

The little bay with sugar-fine sand

Atspas, also known as Sugar Beach, is a small sandy bay on the western coast of Thasos, at Skala Marion. It forms like an opening between two rocky headlands, with very fine sand both on the shore and in the water.

The nickname 'Sugar Beach' refers to the sugary texture of its sand, so fine it recalls sugar. It belongs to the cluster of beaches at Skala Marion, on the western side of the island, below the traditional village of Maries.

It is organized and family-oriented, with a beach bar, sunbeds, umbrellas and parking. Access is by a surfaced road, and the nearby village offers additional services.

Region
Thasos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
40.63924, 24.51579

About this beach

Atspas has partial shelter in the meltemi — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. 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 Atspas faces west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

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

For amenities, Atspas has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby.

Good to know

Does Atspas beach get windy?

Atspas has partial shelter in the meltemi — calm some days, choppy on stronger ones. 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 Atspas beach?

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

What is Atspas beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Atspas beach have?

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

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