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Beaches in Folegandros usually better when the meltemi blows
When the meltemi blows, more comfortable beaches in Folegandros are often bays oriented away from it. These 6 beaches sit away from it based on the geospatial exposure model — still check live conditions before you go.
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Agios Nikolaos
Sand & pebbles - Easy path
A cove with tavernas below the chapel — A south-side beach of coarse sand and pebbles with shallow, gentle water and natural shade under tamarisk trees. It is named after the small chapel…
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Ampeli
Pebbles - Easy path
A secluded cove for snorkelling — One of the most secluded beaches on Folegandros, in Ano Meria — pebbles and rocks with deep, clear water ideal for snorkelling. Completely without…
- Fira Sandy - Easy path
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Agkali
Sandy - Easy road access
Agali: Folegandros' great sandy cove — Agali lies on the western side of Folegandros, about four kilometres from the Chora, and is the largest and best-known beach on the island. Its shore…
- Galifos Pebbles - Easy path
- Livadaki Pebbles - Difficult access (path)
Which beaches in Folegandros 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.