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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Beaches · South Chios · Emporios
Mavra Volia
Black volcanic pebbles meet deep blue water in one of the island’s most distinctive coastal landscapes.
Directions from Kalamoti ↗Suggested seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn
The black-pebble shore of Mavra Volia, Chios · Rozanapap · CC0
What to expect when you arrive.
Black volcanic pebblesNatural shore · food nearby
Food, drinks & shops
A seasonal snack outlet is reported near the beach; Emporios harbour has tavernas and cafés. The black-pebble shore itself is not a fully serviced sunbed beach.
Getting there & the last stretch
Drive from Kalamoti towards Komi and Emporios, then follow signs for Mavra Volia. Park before the beach and walk to the first bay. The neighbouring bay requires a further walk.
What to bring
Bring shade and beach shoes if needed. Leave the volcanic pebbles on the shore.
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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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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Vroulidia
A small turquoise cove below pale cliffs, reached by a path and steps.
Coarse sand & small pebblesNatural beach · seasonal kiosk above
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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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