Amenities from OpenStreetMap — they may have changed and the list is not exhaustive.
💧 Bathing water quality: excellent (official assessment by the Greek Ministry of Environment, 2025 — monitoring point “Lefki”, 478 m from the beach)
Simos beach on Elafonisos forms a double sandbar with dunes, creating a unique landscape. Its shallow, crystal-clear waters and sandy shore make it ideal for families. Despite its popularity, it retains natural beauty, with some wind protection thanks to the bay.
The beach faces south. With northerly winds the air flows offshore and the water near the shore stays flat; with southerly winds the sea builds up waves onto the beach. The shape of the coastline offers partial shelter, cutting down part of the swell.
Yes — the water deepens gradually, making it one of the better choices for small children.
On days with northerly (offshore) winds or no wind at all. Check the live score on Beach Radar before you go — it updates all day.
No — it is an unspoiled beach with no facilities, so bring water and shade with you.
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Coordinates: 36.472, 22.982 · Shore faces: 160° (south) · Area: Elafonisos, Peloponnese · Shore type: Sand
Data: Open-Meteo · Mapping: OpenStreetMap · Page last updated: 2026-08-15