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Glyfoneri Beach, Thasos
See practical info for Glyfoneri in Thasos, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
The little cove of brackish water
Glyfoneri is a small sandy cove on the northwest coast of Thasos, near Skala Rachoniou, the harbour settlement of the mountain village of Rachoni. Its name points to "glyfo nero", the Greek term for the brackish water found where fresh water mingles with the sea.
It is a hidden inlet tucked among the pines, one of the more discreet corners of northwest Thasos, away from the larger resort settlements. The pines descend to the sand and offer natural shade, while the surrounding countryside of olive groves and streams keeps its rural character.
It is unorganized, but there is a taverna nearby and a parking area, reached by a paved road in the Skala Rachoniou area.
- Region
- Thasos, Greece
- Beach type
- Sandy
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 40.79305, 24.63274
- Parking
- Food nearby
About this beach
Glyfoneri 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 bay at Glyfoneri opens to the north, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.
Glyfoneri has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water.
For amenities, Glyfoneri has natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby.
Good to know
Does Glyfoneri beach get windy?
Glyfoneri 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 Glyfoneri beach?
Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Glyfoneri beach like?
A sandy beach with shallow water.
What facilities does Glyfoneri beach have?
It has parking nearby and food nearby.
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