What is the water and sand quality of the Orkos beach?

The Orkos beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Orkos beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Orkos beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Orkos beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Snorkeling </li><li>Kite and windsurfing</li></ul>

Is the Orkos beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Orkos beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Orkos beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Orkos beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Orkos beach?

The bar is located right on the Orkos beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Flisvos Kitecentre Kitesurf School is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Orkos beach?

There are 1574 places to stay in the Orkos beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Orkos beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1202602&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tower Resort Naxos Island</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8313025&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Naxos Earth Suites</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=881075&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Orkos Blue Coast</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1840176&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Diamantis Kitesurf Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=741379&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Studios Kontos</a></li></ul>

How far is the Orkos beach from parking?

The Orkos beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Orkos beach?

There are 4 attractions near Orkos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mikri Vigla Beach located in 0.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Orkos beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Orkos beach is August. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Orkos beach (Naxos island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Orkos beach (Naxos island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Orkos beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Orkos beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Orkos beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Orkos beach

Mikri Vigla, Greece

8.9

#13 out of 1398 in Aegean 14

Free entrance Amenities beach Exceptional beauty Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Snorkeling

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Located within the settlement

Mikri Vivla • 0.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground

7.6km

Hiking Area Λόφος Μικρής Βίγλας

450m

Park Λιμνοθάλασσα Μικρής Βίγλας

870m

Park Rachi Polichnitou

3.5km

Park Cedar Forest of Alyko

5.1km

Park Έλος Ποταμίδες

5.8km

Park Aliki Wildlife Refuge

6.1km

Park Άλσος Έλλη

7.6km

Hiking Area Naxos

8.8km

Park Παραλία Αγίου Νικολάου

9.4km

Pizza Restaurant Victoria Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Thalasea Bar Restaurant Mikri Vigla Naxos

10 - Exceptional 110m

Greek Restaurant Kontos Taverna - Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 130m

Bar Flisvos Kitecentre Kitesurf School

9.2 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Kontos Souvlaki corner

8.4 - Very good 150m

Restaurant STELLIOS Restaurant grec

8.8 - Excellent 190m

Restaurant Stelios Traditional Greek Taverna

8.2 - Very good 190m

Restaurant Mikri Vigla Restaurant (Liofagos)

8.8 - Excellent 550m

Cafe Asteria's

8.2 - Very good 630m

Supermarket Super Market

120m

Supermarket Kolonas Market

120m

Supermarket Verykokkos Market Mikri Vigla

1.7km

Supermarket Plaza Beach Mini Market

1.9km

Supermarket M. Margaritis Super Market

2.2km

Supermarket Plaka Camping Super market

2.4km

Ice Cream Shop Waffle House Plaka

8.6 - Excellent 3.2km

Supermarket Gratsias Market

4.4km

Supermarket Campos Market

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Κάβος

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Mikri Vigla Beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Kite Center Naxos by Thalasea Sports

9.6 - Exceptional 100m

Tourist Attraction Mikri Cliff Jumping

10 - Exceptional 650m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Πλάκα

9.2 - Excellent 950m

Tourist Attraction Zahara beach, Kastraki, Naxos

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Varka beach, Kastraki, Naxos

10 - Exceptional 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Plaka castle

8.4 - Very good 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Steinhai von Naxos

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Historical Landmark Temple of Demeter

5.2km

Historical Landmark Kalamitsia

7.6km

Historical Landmark Temple of Apollo

8.6km

Historical Landmark Faragi Kouros

8.9km

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About

Orkos beach is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 13th place out of 1012 beaches in the South Aegean region 59.8 km away from its center, the city of Ermoupoli. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of Mikri Vivla settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

8 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Mikri Vivla • 0.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground

7.6km

Hiking Area Λόφος Μικρής Βίγλας

450m

Park Λιμνοθάλασσα Μικρής Βίγλας

870m

Park Rachi Polichnitou

3.5km

Park Cedar Forest of Alyko

5.1km

Park Έλος Ποταμίδες

5.8km

Park Aliki Wildlife Refuge

6.1km

Park Άλσος Έλλη

7.6km

Hiking Area Naxos

8.8km

Park Παραλία Αγίου Νικολάου

9.4km

Pizza Restaurant Victoria Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Thalasea Bar Restaurant Mikri Vigla Naxos

10 - Exceptional 110m

Greek Restaurant Kontos Taverna - Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 130m

Bar Flisvos Kitecentre Kitesurf School

9.2 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Kontos Souvlaki corner

8.4 - Very good 150m

Restaurant STELLIOS Restaurant grec

8.8 - Excellent 190m

Restaurant Stelios Traditional Greek Taverna

8.2 - Very good 190m

Restaurant Mikri Vigla Restaurant (Liofagos)

8.8 - Excellent 550m

Cafe Asteria's

8.2 - Very good 630m

Supermarket Super Market

120m

Supermarket Kolonas Market

120m

Supermarket Verykokkos Market Mikri Vigla

1.7km

Supermarket Plaza Beach Mini Market

1.9km

Supermarket M. Margaritis Super Market

2.2km

Supermarket Plaka Camping Super market

2.4km

Ice Cream Shop Waffle House Plaka

8.6 - Excellent 3.2km

Supermarket Gratsias Market

4.4km

Supermarket Campos Market

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Κάβος

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Mikri Vigla Beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Kite Center Naxos by Thalasea Sports

9.6 - Exceptional 100m

Tourist Attraction Mikri Cliff Jumping

10 - Exceptional 650m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Πλάκα

9.2 - Excellent 950m

Tourist Attraction Zahara beach, Kastraki, Naxos

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Varka beach, Kastraki, Naxos

10 - Exceptional 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Plaka castle

8.4 - Very good 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Steinhai von Naxos

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Historical Landmark Temple of Demeter

5.2km

Historical Landmark Kalamitsia

7.6km

Historical Landmark Temple of Apollo

8.6km

Historical Landmark Faragi Kouros

8.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

280m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Diamantis Kitesurf Villa

Entire Villa

Aghia Anna • 430m from center

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400m from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Oasis Studios

Serviced Apartment

Aghia Anna • 410m from center

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520m from the beach

7.7 Very good

Naxos Luxury Villas

Entire Villa

Aghia Anna • 600m from center

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670m from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Orkos Blue Coast

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 1.1km from center

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760m from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Studios Kontos

Entire Apartment

Aghia Anna • 790m from center

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810m from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Venti Villa Naxos

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 1.1km from center

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820m from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

Coralli Beach Apartments

Serviced Apartment

Aghia Anna • 350m from center

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900m from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Villa Oceana

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 440m from center

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1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Tower Resort Naxos Island

Resort Villa

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 1.2km from center

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1.1km from the beach

Mikri Sorriso Luxurious Villa On The Beach

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 1.4km from center

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1.2km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Naxos Earth Suites

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 810m from center

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Villa Tranquilla Beach House Seaview Pool Amp Jacuzzi

1.3km from the beach

9 Excellent

Villa Tranquilla Beach House Seaview Pool Amp Jacuzzi

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Mikri Vivla • 1.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.6 (Excellent)

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Nearest Beaches

1km 13 min walk

Kastraki Beach Paralia Kastraki

8.7 Excellent

1.3km 17 min walk

Plaka Beach

7.8 Very good

2.6km

Maragkas beach

8.9 Excellent

3.8km

Maragkas beach II

8.7 Excellent

4.1km

Glyfada beach

8.7 Excellent

4.5km

Agia Anna beach Paralia Agia Anna

8.7 Excellent

5.3km

Agios Prokopios beach

8.7 Excellent

5.7km

Hawaii beach

8.8 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Mikri Vivla • 600m

Main locality of province

Ermoupoli • 59.8km

Transport

Airport

JNX • 5.7km

Bus Station

Paradise Beach Bus Station • 42.5km

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8.9 Excellent

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8.9 Excellent

Kai Anderson

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is ideal for those who love kite surfing and is easily accessible.

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Max R.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach on Naxos is likely the best one, with its pristine and transparent water that feels like paradise.

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Soren Kallias

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely stunning and my personal favorite on Naxos due to the gorgeous sand and sea. However, it can be quite windy for sunbathing compared to other beaches. It stretches for about 1km and is located right after the popular Plaka beach, making it a hotspot for windsurfers. Although we walked here from Agios Prokopios (which was quite a long walk), there is a dirt road for access and apparently an asphalt road that connects to Naxos Town, which is about 10km away. Walking along the beaches on either side is a fantastic experience and the scenery is breathtaking. During our visit in early May, which was the start of the season, it was peaceful and quiet.

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Elias K.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Orkos boasts a stunning and peaceful beach, particularly during mid June 2022. Visitors can find convenient amenities like a hotel, a small market, and three dining options in close proximity.

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Alysandra Moran

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is easily accessible from a pebble road, making it convenient for visitors to reach. No need to worry about a difficult journey to get there.