Salamis, Attica, Greece

Paralia Giala

Paralia Giala is a well-known beach located on the remote Salamina Island. The beach is renowned for its calm and serene environment, which is almost always unaffected by the weather. The beach's natural characteristics include a sandy landscape, interspersed with stones and some rocks.

Find ideal places to stay near Paralia Giala and enjoy the serene surroundings of Salamina Island.

The beach is also known for its cleanliness, although there have been instances when it was not as clean. One of the amenities at Paralia Giala includes a canteen where visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee or a meal. Despite its remote location, the beach is a popular spot for swimming, making it an idyllic destination for beach lovers.

What to do at Paralia Giala?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with many praising its cleanliness and calm waters. The availability of amenities such as a canteen is also appreciated. However, some visitors complain about the presence of stones and rocks, and occasional cleanliness issues.

Where to Stay near Paralia Giala?

Visitors to Paralia Giala on Salamina Island often stay in the nearby town of Salamis, which offers a range of accommodation options. While the beach itself does not have immediate accommodations, the town provides easy access to the serene and clean environment of Paralia Giala.

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

Where is Paralia Giala?

Latitude: 37.9026492 / Longitude: 23.5029139

Paralia Giala is located in Salamis. The following map of Paralia Giala shows the exact location.


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Paralia Giala: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
Today is a mediocre day for a beach visit, as the air remains quite brisk and the water is far too cold for comfortable swimming. While you will see some sunshine breaking through the clouds, the air temperature reaching 19.3 °C is not warm enough for extended sunbathing. The sea temperature of 17.1 °C is chilly, so it is best to stay on the dry sand. You will experience a light breeze throughout the day, though it may pick up occasionally. Please be cautious with sun exposure, as the UV Index is 7.25, which is high enough to warrant strong protection even if it does not feel hot outside. Overall, it is a better day for a quiet walk along the shore than for any water-based activities.
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Air

Low / High10.8°C/19.3°C
Feels Like (High)18.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature17.1 °C
Wave Height0.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:38/20:09
Sunshine Hours12.3 hrs
UV Index7.25
Cloud Cover37%
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Wind

Speed12.3 km/h
Gusts27 km/h
DirectionW

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