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Skala Marion Beach, Thasos

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

A fishing village with three beaches

Skala Marion on the southwest coast is a lively fishing village with three beaches: the central harbour beach (sand turning pebbly at the shore), Atspas (white sand, very shallow turquoise) and Platanes (fine sand). Thasos is the white-marble island, beautifully green.

Road access (asphalt); the harbour has fish tavernas, and Atspas/Platanes are partly organized. The southwest aspect gives relative shelter from northerly winds.

Region
Thasos, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
40.64264, 24.51552

About this beach

The bay at Skala Marion opens to the west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.

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

For amenities, Skala Marion has an organised beach, a beach bar, parking nearby and food nearby.

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