Agiassos: Beach and nature on Naxos’ southwest coast

On Naxos’ southwest coast, Agiassos combines a long sandy beach with small coves and a wetland full of bird species. The area appeals to travellers who want to spend their holiday on the coast while experiencing a variety of landscapes. Views of the Small Cyclades and the chapel of Ai Sozos add further concrete landmarks to the picture.

Sandy beach and views of the Small Cyclades

Agiassos Beach stretches for 750 metres along the southwest coast of Naxos. Fine sand and clear, shallow water define the beach. It is considered one of the island’s most unspoilt beaches. If the beach is the main factor in your choice, its length, sand and shallow water offer concrete reasons to choose Agiassos. Views of the Small Cyclades are also part of a stay in the area.

Each feature offers a different answer to the question of what you are looking for on the coast: the long sandy beach and shallow water take centre stage if the beach itself is to shape your holiday; views of the islands broaden the perspective beyond the coast. This makes it possible to assess Agiassos according to the kind of coastal experience you want, without reducing the area to a single attraction.

Coves, caves and birdlife

In addition to Agiassos Beach, there are small coves with caves that are suitable for spearfishing. At one end of the beach is a small wetland that is home to numerous bird species. The sand and shallow water, the caves in the coves and the wetland’s birdlife each offer a distinct focus. Those interested in nature around this coastal area can therefore take more than one type of landscape into account when planning their holiday.

Route 5 on the southwest coast

Route 5 on Naxos passes through Agiassos. Here, you can visit the beach and take in views of the Small Cyclades. The route then continues west along the southwest coast towards Pyrgaki. This route helps you connect Agiassos with a specific stretch of the island’s coastline: the beach visit is in Agiassos, while the route continues west afterwards.

Ai Sozos near Kalandos

In the vicinity of Agiassos is Ai Sozos, a small, whitewashed chapel on a rock by the sea in the Kalandos area. Its location and appearance set it apart from the beach, coves and wetland. For travellers interested in small chapels and religious buildings as well as coastal scenery, Ai Sozos is a distinct landmark in the surrounding area.

Dining and accommodation

There are several fish tavernas near Agiassos Beach. If you want to plan a meal out in advance, check their current opening status.

Rooms are available to rent in the small summer settlement above Agiassos Beach. Check availability for your travel dates before making plans. This is a specific accommodation option in the area; when looking for a holiday apartment, you can also consider whether the beach, nature or a visit to a place such as Ai Sozos will be the focus of your holiday.

Discover more destinations

Discover more destinations: Ano Potamia, Tholaria, Koufonisia, Kalantos, Arkesini, Vroutsis, Chora, Katápola.

For the main travel overview: Naxos.