Thessaly and Central Greece, Greece

Great Sand Beach

Great Sand Beach, despite its name, is not a sandy beach. It is known for its natural beauty, characterized by intense green waters and colorful little stones. The beach is somewhat isolated and quiet, often described as one of the most beautiful on the island. However, access to the beach can be challenging. It requires careful driving on a narrow dirt road, and the final stretch of the journey may need to be completed on foot. There is no designated parking area, and visitors often have to park their cars on private property nearby.

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Once at the beach, visitors can enjoy the tranquility as it is typically not crowded. Some visitors have reported the presence of sunbeds and umbrellas, as well as the availability of coffee and water. However, it is generally recommended to bring your own amenities, including food and drinks, as the beach is largely undeveloped with no shops or taverns in the vicinity.

What to do at Great Sand Beach?

Amenities

Great Sand Beach amenities include loungers.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty of the beach, with its intense green waters, colorful stones, and tranquility as the most appreciated features. Despite the challenging access, visitors seem to enjoy the isolation and the clear, crystal waters. However, they complain about the poor road conditions, lack of parking facilities, and the need to bring their own amenities due to the lack of development.

Where to Stay near Great Sand Beach?

Visitors to Great Sand Beach often stay in the nearby town of Volos, which offers a variety of accommodations and serves as a gateway to the Pelion Peninsula. While the beach itself is quite isolated and lacks nearby accommodations within walking distance, travelers enjoy combining their visit with exploring the rich cultural and historical sites in the region.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Great Sand Beach?

Latitude: 39.1818001 / Longitude: 23.8781488

Great Sand Beach is located in Thessaly and Central Greece. The following map of Great Sand Beach shows the exact location.

Great Sand Beach: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Today might not be ideal for sunbathing at Great Sand Beach. The sky will be mostly cloudy. The maximum air temperature is 14.7 °C, and the sea temperature is 17.9 °C. The sea conditions are calm. There is a very small chance of rain. The breeze will be light.
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Air

Low / High13.5°C/14.7°C
Feels Like (High)13.6°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature17.9 °C
Wave Height0.6 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0.1 mm
Rain Duration3 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:33/17:01
Sunshine Hours6.8 hrs
UV Index2.5
Cloud Cover68%
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Wind

Speed9.1 km/h
Gusts19.4 km/h
DirectionNW

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