South Chios · Near KalamotiBeaches
Komi Beach
Long sandy shores, seaside cafés and an easy change of pace from the village lanes.
SandOrganised · cafés & tavernas
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Apothika
A rocky-framed bay for a swim, with a seasonal hillside beach bar and sea activities.
Directions from Kalamoti ↗Suggested seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn
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What to expect when you arrive.
Coarse sand & small pebblesPartly organised · seasonal beach bar
Food, drinks & shops
A beach bar, a limited number of umbrellas and loungers, and water-sports services are reported. The bar is above the shore, reached by a path. For a full meal, plan a stop in Mesta.
Getting there & the last stretch
Drive via Pyrgi and Olympoi to Mesta, then follow the Apothika signs along the narrow, winding road. Park before the beach and continue on foot; the final stretch may be unpaved.
What to bring
Bring water and shade; confirm seasonal services before depending on them.
Google Maps opens for navigation. Check the named beach and park before the shore; directions do not confirm the last path is drivable. Seasonal services are not live opening information.
View official beach photos ↗Facilities checked against published sources · 3 November 2026: Chios Tourism Department
← Compare southern beachesSource: Chios Tourism Department · Reviewed 3 November 2026. Confirm opening hours and access with the venue.
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Black volcanic pebbles meet deep blue water in one of the island’s most distinctive coastal landscapes.
Black volcanic pebblesNatural shore · food nearby
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Karfas Beach
Fine sand and shallow water make Karfas a popular choice for a relaxed family beach day.
Fine sandOrganised · seaside resort
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A THREAD IN KALAMOTI’S STORY
Return from the sea with a story
Leave a part of your day for Kalamoti’s lanes and a local meal. A beach visit and an inland village walk offer two different ways to know southern Chios; plan your own transport between them.
The historical connection
Kalamoti’s fertile surroundings, its place in the mastic landscape and its former administrative role help explain its importance within southern Chios. The official Chios guide connects the plain and nearby Apolichnon castle with Genoese defensive planning. Calling it a heart of the Mastichochoria describes these connections: fields, settlement and the organisation of a wider region.
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