{"id":52205,"date":"2025-09-11T21:46:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T19:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/?p=52205"},"modified":"2026-09-04T16:36:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T14:36:30","slug":"milos-beaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/milos-beaches\/","title":{"rendered":"Milos beaches: The 10 most beautiful swimming spots on the island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Milos\u2019 beaches<\/strong> are just as diverse as the volcanic island itself. From golden sandy beaches to dark volcanic sand and colorful pebble beaches, the Greek island of Milos offers a wide range of wonderful swimming spots that are not yet overcrowded, especially during the off-season.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #00aad9;\"><em>\u201cOver millions of years, the island\u2019s volcanic origins have created not only numerous bays and beaches but also bizarre caves and rock formations that you can discover on a boat tour along Milos\u2019 rugged coastline.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36247\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36247\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36247\" title=\"Milos Str\u00e4nde Tipps Paleochori Tourlos Beach\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Milos-Straende-Tipps-Paleochori-Tourlos-Beach.jpg\" alt=\"Milos Str\u00e4nde Tipps Paleochori Tourlos Beach\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36247\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Colorful beach on Milos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Here, we\u2019ll share our favorite <strong>beaches on the island of Milos<\/strong> and also give you tips on where to stay right by the sea or near the beach:<\/p>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Our Milos tips on Google Maps<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Skip hours of research and get our Milos Map with 140+ spots:<br><br>\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Dream beaches &amp; hidden bays<br>\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Restaurants, tavernas &amp; caf\u00e9s<br>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Must-see highlights &amp; ancient sites<br>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Worthwhile spots &amp; insider tips<br>\ud83d\ude98 Practical info like rentals &amp; parking<br>\u267e\ufe0f Lifetime access &amp; updates<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/milos-map\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Milos Map \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Milos-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-Google-Maps-Smartphone.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Milos Beaches in the South<\/h2>\n<h3>#1 Achivadolimni Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This long stretch of beach lies on the southern shore of <strong>Milos\u2019s large bay<\/strong>. During our visit in May, the gray sandy beach was deserted. The shoreline slopes gently into the clear sea, making it ideal for families with children.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33853\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33853\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33853\" title=\"Achivadolimni Beach Milos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Achivadolimni-Beach-Milos.jpg\" alt=\"Achivadolimni Beach Milos\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33853\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Achivadolimni Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Achivadolimni Beach<\/strong> is largely unspoiled; in the summer, a beach bar opens, providing lounge chairs and umbrellas. Be careful when there are north or west winds, as the surf is very strong and swimming is not enjoyable. Our recommendation: Very romantic at sunset; afterward, you can stop by the nearby <em>Iliovasilema tavern<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>\u2192 Hotel recommendations near Achivadolimni Beach (links to Booking.com*):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/hotel-milos-resort.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Hotel Milos Sea Resort*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/avra-zefiria.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Avra Studios*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/akrothalassia-adamas.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Akrothalassia Hotel Milos*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>#2 Agios Sostis Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Our personal favorite beach on the south coast of Milos, right next to the popular <strong>Provatas Beach<\/strong>. This small beach with beautiful golden sand is unmanaged and therefore completely untouched by humans. The entry into the sea is very shallow, making it ideal for small children. You can spread out your beach towel under the shade of tamarisk trees.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36209\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36209\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36209\" title=\"agios sostis beach milos str\u00e4nde provatas\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/agios-sostis-beach-milos-straende-provatas.jpg\" alt=\"agios sostis beach milos str\u00e4nde provatas\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36209\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Our favorite: Agios Sostis Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Even the descent from above via steps to <strong>Agios Sostis Beach<\/strong> offers a paradisiacal backdrop. This beach, too, was nearly deserted during the off-season. Parking is available at the <em>Tarantella tavern<\/em>; access is via a gravel road directly below the Agios Sostis chapel of the same name.<\/p>\n<p>\u2192 Hotel recommendations near Agios Sostis Beach (links to Booking.com*):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/noma-milos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Noma Milos*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/maistrali-kuklades-melos-probatas.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Maistrali Hotel*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>#3 Fyriplaka Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Fyriplaka Beach<\/strong> is one of the beaches that gave Milos the name \u201cIsland of Colors.\u201d Even on the drive to the parking lot, the scenery is breathtaking. Nestled against a steep coastline of colorful volcanic rock lies the long, light-sand beach, which slopes gently into the turquoise-blue sea.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33847\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33847\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33847\" title=\"Fyriplaka Beach Milos sch\u00f6ne Str\u00e4nde\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Fyriplaka-Beach-Milos-schoene-Straende.jpg\" alt=\"Fyriplaka Beach Milos sch\u00f6ne Str\u00e4nde\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33847\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fyriplaka Beach on Milos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The beach is completely unspoiled and offers no shade, so you\u2019ll need to bring your own umbrella, snacks, and drinks. Parking is very limited, so it\u2019s worth arriving early. In the height of summer, Fyriplaka Beach can get very crowded.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Not far from Firiplaka Beach lies the small cove of <strong>Tsigrado Beach<\/strong>, which has become popular mainly through social media. The highlight here is not so much the tiny sandy and pebble beach, surrounded by rocks and crystal-clear water, but rather the daring descent via rickety wooden ladders through a narrow gorge to the beach.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36246\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36246\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36246\" title=\"Tsigrado Beach milos griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Tsigrado-Beach-milos-griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"Tsigrado Beach milos griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36246\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tsigrado Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The thrill comes at your own risk; sturdy footwear and climbing skills are a plus. We skipped the descent since the cove was completely overgrown with seaweed during our visit, but we explored the quirky beach scenery by motorboat. The <strong>sea kayaking tours typical of Milos<\/strong> also often pass by here.<\/p>\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"NU40SHX\" data-gyg-cmp=\"milosstraende_auto\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- GetYourGuide Analytics --><\/p>\n<p><script async defer src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"NU40SHX\"><\/script><\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">Find out everything there is to discover on the <strong>island of Milos<\/strong> in our separate post: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/milos-sights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Milos Highlights<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>#4 Paleochori Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">One of the largest beaches on Milos is located in the southeast of the island and features a mix of fine sand and pebbles. The restaurants on<strong> Paleochori Beach<\/strong> rent out lounge chairs and umbrellas at fairly high prices. The outer sections of the beach to the east and west are unspoiled and offer plenty of space to spread out your towel.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36213\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36213\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36213\" title=\"milos str\u00e4nde sch\u00f6nste badespots geheimtipps\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/milos-straende-schoenste-badespots-geheimtipps.jpg\" alt=\"milos str\u00e4nde sch\u00f6nste badespots geheimtipps\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36213\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Paleochori Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Thanks to the rocky coastline and the fairly deep entry into the sea, the beach is also ideal for snorkeling. The volcanic origin of the island is evident at Paleochori Beach (also known as Paliochori), and the cliffs glow in a wide variety of colors. In some places, you\u2019ll even find fumaroles from which sulfur fumes rise.<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-52205 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"534\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Tourlos-Beach-Insel-Milos-Kykladen.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Tourlos Beach Insel Milos Kykladen\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Milos-schoene-Straende-Paleochori-Tourlos-Beach.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Milos sch\u00f6ne Str\u00e4nde Paleochori Tourlos Beach\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A narrow passage beneath red rocks leads further west to the picturesque <strong>Tourlos Beach<\/strong>. Caution: the sand is very hot in some places! The <em>Scirocco restaurant<\/em> takes advantage of this and even prepares some dishes in the hot volcanic sand. Limited parking is available directly behind the restaurant.<\/p>\n<p>\u2192 Hotel recommendations at Paleochori Beach (links to Booking.com*):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/volcano-luxury-suites-milos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Volcano Luxury Suites Milos*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/armony-suites-milos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Armony Suites Milos*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/psaravolada-resort.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Psaravolada Resort (Agia Kiriaki Beach)*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0; border-radius: 12px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n<div style=\"width: 42px; height: 42px; border-radius: 50%; background: #00aad9; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-top: .2rem;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83d\ude98<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 220px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.35; margin: 0;\"><strong>Best car rental deals for Milos<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; opacity: .9; margin: 6px 0 0;\">\u2713 Weekly rates from \u20ac219 on Milos<br \/>\n\u2713 Full coverage &amp; unlimited mileage included<br \/>\n\u2713 Free cancellation until 24h before pickup<br \/>\n\u2713 Best price guarantee via Discover Cars<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 6px 0 0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline; text-underline-offset: 2px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece\/milos?a_aid=GreeceMoments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u2192 Compare prices now*<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 12px; opacity: .75;\">*Partner: Discover Cars<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Milos beaches in the east<\/h2>\n<h3>#5 Kastanas Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">One of the wildest and most <strong>beautiful beaches on Milos<\/strong> is located in the northeast of the island. Nestled among the colorful rock cliffs with their mineral-rich hues, Kastanas Beach is a true geological gem. Round pebbles in a wide variety of colors and patterns adorn this mostly secluded stretch of beach. The sea is crystal clear and shimmers in the most beautiful shades of turquoise.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33849\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33849\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33849\" title=\"Kastanas Beach Milos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kastanas-Beach-Milos.jpg\" alt=\"Kastanas Beach Milos\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33849\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beach gem Kastanas Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Due to the difficult access, <strong>Kastanas Beach<\/strong> is usually not overcrowded even in high season; moreover, it is unspoiled and offers no amenities. Because of the round stones, the beach is less suitable for lying down and sunbathing, but it\u2019s excellent for cooling off and building stone towers.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 14px 18px; margin: 24px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Milos Reading Tip:<\/strong> The Greek Islands travel guide from Lonely Planet includes an informative chapter on Milos with numerous tips on beautiful beaches and swimming coves: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.de\/Lonely-Planet-Greek-Islands-Travel\/dp\/1837583269?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&amp;crid=29T4AJIK3P4RE&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hDOiqW_QE2BsuNP3PW20_3SXD4jEqfJqNtABTQk0GS5bprQKCGIaEGgggjxCko24JwYmToDur8AU3YGIVXmadHdRILpq7hyN2Uv0yeUQDIKn2k3hdiecNc9IUe3TEDI1FSdBC-H7DjAM_ubWQmsvEoumHO5ZaCwOASJSiR3f4UuIFHiu21EXw3IsQaio7e6KKdS9_KDk9LQx-Doa5Vw9nVDZ2Lk1pC9Apz-oYQWlbYM.XFJSCttkZpC3IC2By46ih0tkJiU-O7ubCZlyOVhCxLE&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=lonely+planet+greek+islands&amp;qid=1779089299&amp;sprefix=lonely+planet+greek+islands%2Caps%2C191&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=tomellamoment-21&amp;linkId=e3782887882003e9415e05fa0c31f021&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View on Amazon*<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>#6 Thiorichia Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">One of the most impressive beaches on Milos is located on the island\u2019s east coast at the foot of an old sulfur mine. Thanks to its isolated location and difficult access<strong>, Thiorichia Beach<\/strong> is never crowded, even in the height of summer.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33831\" title=\"Thiorychia Milos Schwefel Mine Strand\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Thiorychia-Milos-Schwefel-Mine-Strand.jpg\" alt=\"Thiorychia Milos Schwefel Mine Strand\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/> , the backdrop of the old sulfur mine<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The backdrop of the bay, featuring the ghost town of the former miners, is simply spectacular; the beach, with its reddish fine gravel and emerald-green water, is a natural beauty. If you want to swim here, you\u2019ll need to bring everything yourself and be prepared for a long walk.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36203\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36203\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36203\" title=\"thiorichia beach paliorema milos str\u00e4nde geheimtipp\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/thiorichia-beach-paliorema-milos-straende-geheimtipp.jpg\" alt=\"thiorichia beach paliorema milos str\u00e4nde geheimtipp\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36203\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Almost still an insider tip: Thiorichia Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The descent to Thiorichia Beach is only possible with an off-road vehicle, and even then it\u2019s not entirely without risk. It\u2019s best to park below the former German outpost from World War II (WW2 German Outpost).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Warning! Car rental companies on Milos generally exclude driving on gravel roads\u2014including the <strong>Thiorichia Mine<\/strong>\u2014in their contracts and track the routes driven via GPS. It\u2019s best to ask your rental company in advance which roads you\u2019re allowed to drive on.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You can also find affordable car rental deals for the island of Milos through our partner <em>Discover Cars<\/em>*:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece\/milos?a_aid=GreeceMoments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 Find affordable car rentals for the island*<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Milos Beaches in the North<\/h2>\n<h3>#7 Sarakiniko Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">More of a bizarre lunar landscape than a beach awaits you in the north of Milos. It\u2019s no wonder <strong>Sarakiniko<\/strong> is the island\u2019s most popular attraction. Volcanic eruptions have created these bizarre coastal formations from white ash deposits that stretch like hills into the sea.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36206\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36206\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36206\" title=\"sarakiniko milos k\u00fcste mondlandschaft\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/sarakiniko-milos-kueste-mondlandschaft.jpg\" alt=\"sarakiniko milos k\u00fcste mondlandschaft\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36206\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sarakiniko: Lunar Landscape on Milos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In between lies a deeply indented bay with a small beach where the sea shimmers a milky blue. If you want to swim undisturbed at <strong>Sarakiniko Beach<\/strong>, you\u2019ll need to arrive very early or visit during the off-season (Oct.\u2013Apr.), when you can still enjoy the scenery of Sarakiniko Beach in peace.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36349\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36349\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36349\" title=\"Insel Milos Sarakiniko Strand Griechenland Kykladen\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Insel-Milos-Sarakiniko-Strand-Griechenland-Kykladen.jpg\" alt=\"Insel Milos Sarakiniko Strand Griechenland Kykladen\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sarakiniko from a bird\u2019s-eye view<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Above the beach, there is a bus stop and parking areas, which fill up quickly in the height of summer. Just a five-minute walk away, on the left, you\u2019ll reach the small cove with its sandy beach, which slopes very gently near the shore.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The picturesque <strong>Sarakiniko Beach<\/strong> marks the end of a long gorge lined with sparse trees and shrubs. There are still some old mine tunnels in the gorge; entering the deep shafts is at your own risk.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33808\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33808\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33808\" title=\"Sarakiniko Beach Milos Urlaub Kykladen\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sarakiniko-Beach-Milos-Urlaub-Kykladen.jpg\" alt=\"Sarakiniko Beach Milos Urlaub Kykladen\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33808\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">For the brave only: Cliff jumping in Sarakiniko<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The beach itself has no operator; the entire coastal region is unspoiled. North of the swimming cove is a popular spot for cliff jumping, which should only be used when the sea is calm and if you are a strong swimmer.<\/p>\n<p>\u2192 Hotel recommendations near Sarakiniko Beach (links to Booking.com*):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/my-suite.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">My Suite Milos*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/hilltop-milos-west-side.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Thea Sunset Suites*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/solus-suites-milos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Solus Suites Milos*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/sarakiniko-rooms.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sarakiniko Rooms*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">You can find all the information and the most important tips for visiting the lunar landscape in this post: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/sarakiniko-milos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sarakiniko Milos<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>#8 Firopotamos Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Set against a picture-perfect backdrop of white <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/milos-boathouses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Milos boathouses,<\/a> the small beach of Firopotamos lies in the north of the island. The crystal-clear sea shimmers turquoise blue in the shallow bay, and the scenery is incredibly photogenic.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36201\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36201\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36201\" title=\"milos str\u00e4nde firopotamos beach\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/milos-straende-firopotamos-beach.jpg\" alt=\"milos str\u00e4nde firopotamos beach\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36201\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View of Firopotamos Bay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A few tamarisk trees provide shade on the sandy and pebbly beach; otherwise, <strong>Firopotamos Beach<\/strong> is completely natural. Limited parking is available directly behind the beach; unfortunately, the area is often completely overcrowded during the high season.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33807\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33807\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-33807\" title=\"Firopotamos Beach Milos Kykladen\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Firopotamos-Beach-Milos-Kykladen.jpg\" alt=\"Firopotamos Beach Milos Kykladen\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33807\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A break at Firopotamos Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the off-season, a visit to this pretty coastal town and the former kaolin mine\u2014located right behind the magnificent village church\u2014is all the more worthwhile. Be careful when there\u2019s a strong north wind, as it whistles relentlessly into the bay, making a refreshing swim nearly impossible.<\/p>\n<p>\u2192 Hotel recommendation at Firopotamos Beach (links to Booking.com*):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/wind-apartment-on-the-beach-blue-mare.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Blue Mare Apartments*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo gm-maps-promo--compact\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/karte-griechenland-google-maps-sehenswuerdigkeiten.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">All Milos tips at a glance<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Over 140 curated spots like beaches, restaurants, photo spots and insider tips directly on your smartphone.<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/milos-map\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Milos Map \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>#9 Plathiena Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The wide <strong>Plathiena Beach<\/strong> is located in the northwest of the island above Plaka. During our visit, a gusty north wind was blowing, and the scenery looked wild and rugged. When there is no wind, however, Plathiena Beach is an almost Caribbean-like swimming spot with fine sand and turquoise-blue water. The shoreline slopes gently and is therefore also suitable for families with children.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36248\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36248\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36248\" title=\"Plathiena Beach Insel Milos Plaka Griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Plathiena-Beach-Insel-Milos-Plaka-Griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"Plathiena Beach Insel Milos Plaka Griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36248\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Plathiena Beach in May<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The on-site beach bar provides lounge chairs and umbrellas and offers snacks and drinks. Directly behind the beach, there is a large, free parking lot as well as beach showers and portable toilets. There is a ramp into the sea for people with disabilities. Plathiena Beach is also a very beautiful spot to enjoy the sunset.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo gm-maps-promo--compact gm-checklist-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Sommer-Packliste-Urlaub-Griechenland-Koffer.png\" alt=\"Greece Packing List\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Greece Packing List \u2013 What Goes in the Suitcase<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Our free packing list for your Greece holiday \u2013 print it out or save it to your phone.<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/holiday-checklist-greece\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To the Packing List for Greece \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Milos Beaches in the West<\/h2>\n<h3>#10 Kleftiko Bay<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Bay of Thieves (Greek: kleftis = thief) in the far southwest of the island is one of Milos\u2019s most popular highlights and should not be missed on any visit. <strong>Kleftiko<\/strong> is not a beach, but a stretch of coastline where you can swim in the crystal-clear sea amidst steep rock spires and arches as well as bizarre coastal formations.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36211\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36211\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36211\" title=\"bucht von kleftiko milos griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bucht-von-kleftiko-milos-griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"bucht von kleftiko milos griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36211\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kleftiko Bay on Milos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Since Kleftiko is very remote in the almost uninhabited southwest of Milos, the best way to reach the bay is by sea. This can be done as part of a guided boat tour or with your own motorboat, with or without a skipper. You can book guided <strong>excursions to Kleftiko,<\/strong> for example, through our partner <em>GetYourGuide<\/em>*:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/kleftiko-hohlen-l97800\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Milos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To the boat tour to Kleftiko*<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You can rent your own motorboat without a license at<strong> Agia Kiriaki Beach<\/strong> and drive from there to Kleftiko Bay in about 40 minutes. We recommend booking a skipper so you can also explore the numerous grottos and caves. We\u2019ve had good experiences with <em>Yachting Milos Indigo<\/em>, but there are also many other providers with good reviews.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36208\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-36208\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36208\" title=\"milos str\u00e4nde kleftiko baden ausflug\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/milos-straende-kleftiko-baden-ausflug.jpg\" alt=\"milos str\u00e4nde kleftiko baden ausflug\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-36208\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Swimming stop in Kleftiko Bay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Please note that in midsummer, countless tour boats and sailboats are anchored in Kleftiko Bay, so it can get crowded while swimming. If you have the opportunity, rent your own motorboat with a skipper and visit Kleftiko in the early morning hours.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you have an off-road vehicle and are permitted to drive on gravel roads, you\u2019ll find the most secluded swimming spots in the far west of the island, including <strong>Agios Ioannis Beach<\/strong> near the monastery of the same name, as well as the beaches of Triades and Ammoudaraki.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 14px 18px; margin: 24px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Sikia Cave:<\/strong> In the west of the island, above Kleftiko, lies Sikia Cave, a sea cave whose ceiling has collapsed. When the sea is calm, small excursion boats and motorboats can enter the cave, and those who wish can take a refreshing dip in the cool water. The backdrop of white cliffs and emerald-green water is spectacular!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Excursions and Tours to Milos Beaches<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In addition to the boat trip to Kleftiko, there are many other excursion options along Milos\u2019s unique coastline. We personally recommend a tour to the uninhabited <strong>neighboring islands of Poliegos and Glaronesia<\/strong>, which offer even more natural beauty and wonderful swimming spots. You can find all the information about the excursions on GetYourGuide*:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/adamantas-l114062\/adamas-milos-und-polyaigos-ganztagige-kreuzfahrt-mit-mahlzeit-und-getranken-t406661\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Milos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 Go on a sailing trip including lunch*<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/milos-l32653\/milos-kajaktour-zum-tsigrado-und-gerakas-strand-t351311\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Milos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 Go on a kayaking tour along the coast*<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/milos-l32653\/adamas-kleftiko-halbtagige-schnellbootfahrt-mit-schnorcheln-t414737\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=milos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 Take a speedboat trip to Kleftiko*<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33907\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33907\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/milos-l32653\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Milos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-33907 size-full\" title=\"milos ausfl\u00fcge get your guide touren empfehlung\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/milos-ausfluege-get-your-guide-touren-empfehlung.jpg\" alt=\"milos ausfl\u00fcge get your guide touren empfehlung\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33907\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Advertisement*<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u279d Get more <strong>travel tips on Milos <\/strong>and the neighboring islands here: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/destinations\/islands-blog\/cyclades\/\">Cyclades Blog<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 16px; padding: 24px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: system-ui, sans-serif;\">\n<p><strong style=\"margin-top: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.5em; text-align: center;\">*Support our blog Greece-Moments<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.1em; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; text-align: justify;\">This post contains affiliate links marked with an asterisk (*). 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