Location
Greece
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Alyko beach
Alyko is a small headland on the south-west coast of Naxos, about 18 km from Naxos Town between Kastraki and Pyrgaki, with sandy beaches on both sides. The top of the peninsula is covered by the Alyko cedar forest (locals call it Kedrodasos), low, shrubby juniper-cedars growing on sand, and on the cliff stand the concrete ruins of a hotel begun in the 1960s and never finished, now covered in large murals and graffiti by visiting artists. The main Alyko beach is a broad stretch of golden sand on one side of the headland. On the other side, a 5-10 minute walk away, is the small cove known as Hawaii Beach: a strip of sand only about 10 m deep below a deep red cliff that rises to the forest. Because Hawaii is awkward to reach, guides say it is popular with nudists, and naturists also turn up on the quieter parts of the main beach; nudity here is informal. There are no sunbeds or umbrellas, and little natural shade on the sand apart from the cedars behind. In summer a food truck operates at Alyko; Pyrgaki, a short drive on, has tavernas.
Getting there
From Naxos Town follow the paved road south-west via Mikri Vigla and Kastraki toward Pyrgaki (about 18 km). Past Alyko Villas take the next right onto a dirt road (about 200 m) to the hotel ruins; there is a dirt and sand parking area on the left of the main beach, and parking on the hill by the ruins is handier for Hawaii Beach, which is a little tricky to get down to. Bus line 3 (Chora-Mikri Vigla-Kastraki-Pyrgaki) passes, but runs only once a day in May and 5-6 times daily in June to August.
What visitors say
Visitors rate Alyko for its combination of sand, clear water, the cedar forest and the street art in the hotel ruins. Hawaii Beach is described as the most popular part of the area, while the main beach is rarely crowded, especially out of season. Naturists are a minority but regular at Hawaii, and guides warn first-timers they may come across a few on the main beach too. There are no sunbeds, so bring your own shade and supplies.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
Alyko has no nudist designation; travel guides describe nude use at Hawaii Beach and quieter parts of the main beach as informal. The cedar forest is a protected habitat, so stay on paths and do not camp. Greece has no national register of designated nudist beaches; nudity is formally sanctioned only at licensed naturist establishments, but on remote or traditionally nude beaches it is widely tolerated, and police generally act only if someone complains.
Naturism at Alyko beach sits under Greece's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.
Full country law: Greece public nudity guide.
Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 36.9785, 25.3909
Visitor tips
- 1 Informal / tolerated site — be discreet and leave no drama.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do nudists go at Alyko?
Mainly Hawaii Beach, the small cove on the far side of the headland below the red cliff, and quieter parts of the main beach.
Is nudity legal there?
It is not designated but is informally tolerated, as on many remote Greek beaches.
Can I get there by bus?
Yes, line 3 from Naxos Town toward Pyrgaki stops nearby, but services are infrequent outside June to August.
Are there sunbeds or tavernas?
No sunbeds. A food truck operates in summer and Pyrgaki nearby has tavernas.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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