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Beaches in Astypalaia usually better when the meltemi blows
When the meltemi blows, more comfortable beaches in Astypalaia are often bays oriented away from it. These 9 beaches sit away from it based on the geospatial exposure model — still check live conditions before you go.
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Agios Ioannis
Pebbles - Boat access only
A secluded cove with a spring — A secluded cove of sand and pebbles with clear water, near a freshwater spring and a chapel — one of the island’s quietest spots.
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Kaminakia
Sandy - Passable dirt road
A remote pebble cove — A remote pebble cove with crystal-clear, deep water, one of the most scenic on Astypalaia — worth the trip.
- Magazaki Sand & pebbles - Easy path
- Steno Sandy - Easy road access
- Agios Ioannis Richtis Pebbles - Difficult access (path)
- Vatses Sand & pebbles - Passable dirt road
- Mamounia Sand & pebbles - Easy road access
- Plakes Sand & pebbles - Easy path
- Steno Moderate access
Which beaches in Astypalaia may be better when the meltemi blows?
The bays listed here are shielded from the meltemi in the exposure model, so they may be more comfortable when it blows. Local conditions still vary, so confirm wind and waves before you go.
Does this guarantee low waves?
No. Shelter shows which coasts are shielded from a wind direction, not guaranteed calm or low waves. On strong-wind days follow local flags and check live wind and waves in the app.