About Kythnos island

Sandy - pebbly beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Kythnos island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 29 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Kythnos island.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Kythnos island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is a mix of sand and pebble of bright color.
  • Since many beaches are sandy - pebbly, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 21.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 7 beaches in Kythnos island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Kythnos island is less than 500 meters. 27 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 1 beach are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Kythnos island however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Kythnos island?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Kythnos island, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 29 beaches in total, of which about 1 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Kythnos island:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Kythnos island?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Kythnos island, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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How to view all beaches in Kythnos island on map?

To view and filter by characteristics all beaches of Kythnos island, use the link below:

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Kythnos island?

Most of the beaches located in Kythnos island are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Kythnos island by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Kythnos island:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Kythnos island?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Kythnos island?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Kythnos island by occupancy.

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Which beaches in Kythnos island are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Kythnos island according to the recommended audience:

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How to view all beaches by amenities details in Kythnos island?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Kythnos island?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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