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Gallikos Molos Beach, Thesprotia

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The cove with the French name

Gallikos Molos is a narrow sandy beach at Sivota in Thesprotia, a little north of the harbour, with fine sand and some stony patches where you enter the water. Its unusual name conceals a nineteenth-century story.

It is reported that in 1884 a French company of Ottoman lighthouses built a lighthouse on the nearby islet of Mavro Oros, and it is to this French presence that the name "Gallikos Molos" (French Mole) is ascribed. The beach sits at the edge of the bay of Sivota, one of the foremost seaside resorts of Epirus.

It is partly organised, with umbrellas, sunbeds and natural shade, bins and waste baskets, and a restaurant nearby. According to the beach's official profile, access is via the Agia-Plataria road network and then by a paved road.

Region
Thesprotia, Greece
Beach type
Sand & pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
39.41073, 20.2366

About this beach

The shoreline at Gallikos Molos faces 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.

Gallikos Molos has sand and pebbles underfoot.

For amenities, Gallikos Molos has an organised beach, sunbeds, natural shade and food nearby.

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