Mavra Volia is a unique beach located in Chios, known for its distinctive black volcanic pebbles. The beach is divided into two parts, with the second part being less crowded and accessible via stairs at the end of the first beach. The beach's natural characteristics include its black volcanic rocks and clear, warm water.
Amenities at Mavra Volia include showers and umbrellas for visitors' comfort. There is also a small café on-site, providing food and drink options.
Despite its beauty, the beach is not typically crowded, especially during off-peak times such as weekdays in September. However, visitors looking to capture the beauty of the beach without the crowds may choose to visit early in the morning.
Mavra Volia amenities include shower.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
Visitor reviews highlight the unique beauty of the beach, particularly its black volcanic pebbles and crystal clear water. Many visitors appreciate the less crowded second part of the beach, which can be accessed by stairs. However, some visitors found the beach a bit intimidating for swimming, and it was not everyone's favorite in the area.
If you're visiting Mavra Volia, consider staying in the nearby town of Emporios, which offers several accommodation options within a short drive to the beach. Alternatively, the town of Pyrgi, known for its unique medieval architecture, provides a charming stay and is just a short distance away from the beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
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Latitude: 38.1849665 / Longitude: 26.0290706
Mavra Volia is located in Chios. The following map of Mavra Volia shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 26°C/33.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 37.1°C |
| Sea Temperature | 24.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.7 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:14/20:30 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.95 |
| Cloud Cover | 0% |
| Speed | 17.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 36.7 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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