Best Beaches with Sunbeds in Pelion and the Sporades
We rank the 9 beaches with sunbeds and umbrellas in Pelion and the Sporades. Damouchari Beach, Pelion (Greece) comes first with 4.6 / 5, followed by Koukounaries Beach, Agia Eleni Beach.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 6 of the 9 have easy access, and 1 are hidden gems.

1Damouchari Beach, Pelion
Damouchari, Pelion, Magnesia · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 25 °CDamouchari is a small bay on the Pelion peninsula, with a beach of pebbles, a few old stone houses and a tiny harbour.

2Koukounaries Beach
Skiathos, Greece · 4.6 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA wide sandy bay fringed by pine trees on the south-west coast of Skiathos, with a small lagoon behind the beach.

3Agia Eleni Beach
Skiathos · 4.4 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA sandy beach on Skiathos with pine woods behind and sunbeds along the shore, and clear water in front.

4Banana Beach
Skiathos, Greece · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA long curve of golden sand backed by pine woods on the south coast of Skiathos, with clear shallow water.

5Milia Beach
Skopelos, Greece · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA long beach of fine pebbles and sand on the west coast of Skopelos, with pine-covered hills behind.

6Panormos Beach
Skopelos, Sporades · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA sheltered bay on the west coast of Skopelos with calm water, pine-covered hills and a small strip of sand and pebbles.

7Agios Ioannis Beach
Agios Ioannis, Pelion · 4.3 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA long pebble beach on the Aegean side of Pelion, with forested slopes behind and calm, clear water.

8Limnonari Beach
Skopelos, Greece · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA sheltered cove of sand and pebbles on Skopelos, with calm turquoise water and wooded hills behind.

9Megali Ammos
Skiathos, Sporades · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA sandy bay a short distance from Skiathos town, with shallow, calm water and a line of tavernas along the waterfront.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Damouchari Beach, Pelion | Greece | 4.6 | 25 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 2 | Koukounaries Beach | Greece | 4.6 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 3 | Agia Eleni Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 4 | Banana Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 5 | Milia Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Panormos Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 7 | Agios Ioannis Beach | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 8 | Limnonari Beach | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 9 | Megali Ammos | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when our practical info says sunbeds or umbrellas can be rented on or next to the beach, then ranked by editorial score. Prices change each season, so confirm locally. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches with sunbeds and umbrellas in Pelion and the Sporades?
Our top three are Damouchari Beach, Pelion (4.6 out of 5), Koukounaries Beach (4.6 out of 5), Agia Eleni Beach (4.4 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 24 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Koukounaries Beach, Banana Beach, Milia Beach, Panormos Beach, Limnonari Beach and 1 more have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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