Skafidia Beach

The beach of Skafidia, some 12km northwest of Pyrgos, is spread out in a secluded cove and is an excellent choice for coolness and recreation. Very small and shallow, with crystal clear and warm waters, the beach is a favorite choice for small children; it is mainly sandy, with only some rocks at its ends.

It is believed that it has been probably named after its shape, but certainly, surrounded by abundant greenery, it is considered very picturesque and of wild beauty.

Highlights here include an adjacent small port, which functions as a fishing shelter, and the nearby (1 km) historic Kaiafas monastic complex, dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin Mary.

As a fully serviced beach, and because of its small size, it gets easily crowded mainly in peak summer, while it sports basic service infrastructure, is suitable for sea sports, and surely makes an impression with its special character and enclosed beauty.