Hellenika beach

Ellinika is reached from Chorio by a road that turns into an unpaved track towards the west coast; it is about 5 km. A car, scooter or ATV is the practical option, and visitors report that the final stretch of powdery dirt track can be awkward. There is informal parking above the beach and a short walk down. There is no public transport to this part of the island, and the beach is not accessible for wheelchairs. Bring water, food and shade.

The few available reports describe Ellinika as quiet and largely empty, with clear water and an atmosphere of isolation, favoured by couples and solo visitors. Guides note that the drive along the dirt track is the main difficulty. There is little information on crowd behaviour, and reports of nude bathing come mostly from guide listings rather than recent visitor accounts. Note that guide sites calling the beach nudism-friendly do not mention the municipal ban.

Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.

Greece has no national register of designated nudist beaches, and nudity is generally tolerated only on remote beaches. On Kimolos specifically, the municipality published a notice declaring nudism prohibited at all ports, coves and beaches of the island, citing Ministerial Decision 698/1978 (reported July 2011). We found no sign the notice has been withdrawn, so nude bathing at Ellinika risks a police complaint or fine.

Naturism at Hellenika beach sits under Greece's rules for traditional tolerance — custom more than statute.

Full country law: Greece public nudity guide.

Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.