Best Beaches in Pelion and the Sporades in June
We rank the 12 beaches to visit in Pelion and the Sporades in June. Lalaria Beach (Greece) comes first with 4.7 / 5, followed by Damouchari Beach, Pelion, Koukounaries Beach.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 8 of the 12 have easy access, and 4 are hidden gems.
1Lalaria Beach
Skiathos · 4.7 / 5 · Challenging access · about 24 °CA striking beach of smooth white pebbles beneath tall cliffs on the north coast of Skiathos, with sea arches and caves nearby.
2Damouchari 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.
3Koukounaries 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.
4Agia 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.
5Banana 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.
6Fakistra Beach, Pelion
Fakistra, Zagora, Pelion · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CFakistra is a small pebble beach on the Aegean coast of Pelion, reached by a steep road down through chestnut and olive trees.
7Milia 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.
8Panormos 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.
9Agios 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.
10Agnontas Beach, Skopelos
Agnontas, Skopelos · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CAgnontas is a small fishing hamlet on a narrow green bay on the south-west coast of Skopelos.
11Limnonari 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.
12Megali 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 | Lalaria Beach | Greece | 4.7 | 24 °C | June–September | Challenging |
| 2 | Damouchari Beach, Pelion | Greece | 4.6 | 25 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 3 | Koukounaries Beach | Greece | 4.6 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 4 | Agia Eleni Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 5 | Banana Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Fakistra Beach, Pelion | Greece | 4.4 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 7 | Milia Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 8 | Panormos Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 9 | Agios Ioannis Beach | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 10 | Agnontas Beach, Skopelos | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 11 | Limnonari Beach | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 12 | Megali Ammos | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the beach usual swimming season covers the month, then ranked by editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches to visit in Pelion and the Sporades in June?
Our top three are Lalaria Beach (4.7 out of 5), Damouchari Beach, Pelion (4.6 out of 5), Koukounaries Beach (4.6 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, Fakistra Beach, Pelion, Milia Beach, Panormos Beach and 3 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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