Best Pebble Beaches in Pelion and the Sporades
We rank the 6 pebble beaches in Pelion and the Sporades. Lalaria Beach (Greece) comes first with 4.7 / 5, followed by Damouchari Beach, Pelion, Fakistra Beach, Pelion.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 3 of the 6 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.
3Fakistra 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.
4Milia 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.
5Agios 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.
6Agnontas 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.
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 | Fakistra Beach, Pelion | Greece | 4.4 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 4 | Milia Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 5 | Agios Ioannis Beach | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 6 | Agnontas Beach, Skopelos | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the shoreline is mostly of this type, then ranked by our editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated pebble beaches in Pelion and the Sporades?
Our top three are Lalaria Beach (4.7 out of 5), Damouchari Beach, Pelion (4.6 out of 5), Fakistra Beach, Pelion (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?
Fakistra Beach, Pelion, Milia Beach, Agnontas Beach, Skopelos have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.