Beach· Despotiko· Greece — Cyclades
Panagia Beach (Despotiko)
36° 58.0′ N · 25° 1.5′ E
The sandy beach below the white chapel of the Panagia on Despotiko's north-east shore, facing the anchorage and Agios Georgios; it is the dinghy landing for the island.
Practical
OpenStreetMap maps the beach (Paralia Panagias Despotikou) and the chapel. Wikipedia's lead photo shows the Panagia chapel from Agios Georgios, with two monk seals. Wikipedia notes that boats usually land on Despotiko's southern sandy beach; Panagia beach is simply the nearest landing to the channel anchorage. No facilities; bring water and shade. Natura 2000 site, so take nothing away. Position from the OpenStreetMap beach outline.
Best for
Dinghy landing for the sanctuary walk
Nearby
- Despotiko Anchorage (Despotiko–Tsimintiri)0.2 NM away
- Monk Seals & Posidonia Meadows (Despotiko Natura 2000)0.2 NM away
- Agios Georgios Anchorage (Antiparos)0.4 NM away
- Captain Pipinos (Agios Georgios, Antiparos)0.5 NM away
- Mpakas Fish Tavern (Agios Georgios, Antiparos)0.5 NM away
- Zombos Taverna (Agios Georgios, Antiparos)0.5 NM away
- Sanctuary of Apollo (Despotiko)0.6 NM away
- Tsimintiri Islet (Despotiko channel)0.6 NM away
Place data includes © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).