Agios Prokopios Beach

Agios Prokopios is the long sandy beach of Naxos, famous for its clear water, dunes and the old salt lake behind it.

About Agios Prokopios Beach

Agios Prokopios is the most famous beach on Naxos, a long, wide arc of fine golden sand on the west coast of the island, with water that shifts from pale turquoise to deep blue. The beach is sheltered by the headland of Stelida, so it stays calm even when the Meltemi is blowing, and the sand is soft and gently shelving, making it ideal for swimming. Behind the beach, an old salt lake creates a striking landscape of white salt flats and reeds, and the dunes between the lake and the sea are a protected habitat. The water is exceptionally clear, and the beach has been awarded Blue Flag status. Despite its popularity, the beach is long enough to absorb the crowds, and the southern end is quieter and more natural. Agios Prokopios has a good range of facilities, including tavernas and water sports, but it has not been overdeveloped, and the landscape retains a wild, open feel. The sunsets over Paros, visible across the channel, are spectacular. The beach is the classic Naxos swim, and most visitors to the island spend at least one day here.