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Mikri Vigla — Greece
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Mikri Vigla

Naxos, Cyclades · 🇬🇷 Greece

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Naxos's kite beach — meltemi wind and turquoise water on twin bays split by a granite cape.

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Sea temperature
~24°C in the warm season
Water
Clear turquoise, white-capped when the meltemi blows
Sand
White-gold sand and low dunes either side of a granite cape
Swimming
Swim the calmer south bay; the north bay belongs to the kites
Surf
One of Greece's top kitesurf spots — the meltemi accelerates over the cape
Best time to visit
Jun-Sep
Setting
Twin beaches split by a rocky headland on Naxos's wild southwest coast
Beach type
Surf coast
Region
Europe

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Mikri Vigla: frequently asked questions

Where is Mikri Vigla?

Mikri Vigla is at Naxos, on the coast of Greece.

What is the sea temperature at Mikri Vigla?

In the warm season the sea at Mikri Vigla reaches about 24°C. Clear turquoise, white-capped when the meltemi blows.

When is the best time to visit Mikri Vigla?

The best time to visit Mikri Vigla is Jun-Sep. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Mikri Vigla have?

Mikri Vigla has white-gold sand and low dunes either side of a granite cape.

Is Mikri Vigla good for swimming?

Swim the calmer south bay; the north bay belongs to the kites.

Can you surf at Mikri Vigla?

One of Greece's top kitesurf spots — the meltemi accelerates over the cape.

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