Best Sandy Beaches in Pelion and the Sporades
We rank the 6 sandy beaches in Pelion and the Sporades. Koukounaries Beach (Greece) comes first with 4.6 / 5, followed by Agia Eleni Beach, Banana Beach.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 5 of the 6 have easy access.
1Koukounaries 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.
2Agia 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.
3Banana 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.
4Panormos 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.
5Limnonari 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.
6Megali 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 | Koukounaries Beach | Greece | 4.6 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 2 | Agia Eleni Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 3 | Banana Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 4 | Panormos Beach | Greece | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 5 | Limnonari Beach | Greece | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Megali Ammos | 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 sandy beaches in Pelion and the Sporades?
Our top three are Koukounaries Beach (4.6 out of 5), Agia Eleni Beach (4.4 out of 5), Banana 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, Panormos Beach, Limnonari Beach, Megali Ammos have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.