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Saint Nicholas
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Saint Nicholas is located on the Aegean Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 383th place out of 1022 beaches in the South Aegean region 47.1 km away from its center, the city of Ermoupoli. It is one of the beaches of Skylos settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Saint Nicholas coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
11 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Megali Ammos, which has a rating of 7.4.
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+19
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+16
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1.7
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+17
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Beach overall scores
Saint Nicholas (South Aegean) is located outside the Skylos settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Kythnos island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Saint Nicholas with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is fantastic, but it tends to be peaceful since not many people visit it, especially families. However, reaching the beach can be challenging due to the narrow and unpaved road. Once you arrive, parking is a breeze, but you will need to take a five-minute stroll through a small forest to get to the beach."
Nikos Papadopoulos.
"The beach has a pleasant atmosphere and is worth visiting, but it's important to note that it has gray sand mixed with pebbles. It's recommended to come prepared with proper beach gear and supplies for a comfortable experience."
Angelos Kargas
User reviews
"The beach is fantastic, but it tends to be peaceful since not many people visit it, especially families. However, reaching the beach can be challenging due to the narrow and unpaved road. Once you arrive, parking is a breeze, but you will need to take a five-minute stroll through a small forest to get to the beach."
Nikos Papadopoulos.
"The beach has a pleasant atmosphere and is worth visiting, but it's important to note that it has gray sand mixed with pebbles. It's recommended to come prepared with proper beach gear and supplies for a comfortable experience."
Angelos Kargas
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Εστιατόριο "Η Μεγάλη...• 13 min walk
- Αλμύρα Beach Bar Res...• 14 min walk
- CAVO KANALA• 15 min walk
- Οφιουσα Restaurant• 17 min walk
Attractions
- Καναλα Μεγάλη Άμμος• 15 min walk
- Ammoudáki• 16 min walk
- Παναγιά Φλαμπουριανή• 3.9km
- Πλυσταριά του Μαθιά• 4.4km
Transport
- JSY• 47.3km
- ΓΑΛΑΖΙΑ ΑΚΤΗ• 71.3km
- Old train station Ma...• 75km
Localities
- Skylos• 960m
- Ermoupoli• 47.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Saint Nicholas?
Saint Nicholas has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Saint Nicholas?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Saint Nicholas, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Saint Nicholas good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Saint Nicholas is partially protected from waves.
Is the Saint Nicholas good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Saint Nicholas secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Saint Nicholas?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Saint Nicholas.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Εστιατόριο "Η Μεγάλη Άμμος" is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Saint Nicholas?
There are 95 places to stay in the Saint Nicholas area.
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How far is the Saint Nicholas from parking?
The Saint Nicholas 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 Saint Nicholas?
There are 4 attractions near Saint Nicholas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Καναλα Μεγάλη Άμμος located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Saint Nicholas?
The month with the highest temperature in Saint Nicholas is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Saint Nicholas (Kythnos 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.Saint Nicholas (Kythnos 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.
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