Beaches

Greece is famous all over the world for its fabulous sandy beaches with crystal water. The country has the largest coastline in Europe (13,676km) and therefore, thousands of beaches are available to the visitors. The beaches are very safe without waves, currents, sharks or poisonous fishes. For this reason, millions of tourists come to Greece and the Greek islands every year to enjoy the sea, sand and fresh air on the beachside.

This section gives information on the best beaches in Greece and the Greek islands. These Greek beaches are frequently rated among the top beaches in Europe and even in the world. Sandy or pebbled, secluded or organized, beaches charm visitors with their authentic beauty and also for their cleanness. Every year, Greece is ranked by the Blue Flag Program among the top three countries with the best quality beaches and coasts. (In 2019, 515 Greek beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag.) Many unorganized and hidden bays are also ideal for naturism. To enjoy the Greek beaches, visitors need to visit Greece between May to early October in order to have great weather and a good seawater temperature.