Location
Greece
Status
Informal / Traditional
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
About Simos beach
Simos is a long beach on Elafonisos, the small island off the southern tip of the Peloponnese. It is usually described as two parts, Megalos (large) Simos and Mikros (small) Simos, and the two are not equally used by naturists. Mikros Simos is the part most often named as having nudists, while the more unspoiled stretches of Megalos Simos are said to have a naturist-friendly section. The beach is open, sandy and shallow in places, and the island has few facilities, so visitors should expect little more than a bar or taverna close by. Nudity is informal and not signposted, so it is discreet and can vary with the number of visitors. Some guides say tolerance is high in quiet weeks and lower in peak summer, and families are advised to keep this in mind. The sources do not agree on exactly which section is nude, so it is worth asking locally when you arrive.
Getting there
Elafonisos is an island off the southern Peloponnese, reached by ferry; check current ferry times and the route with a local timetable, as the search did not confirm the crossing. Guides do not give a precise parking or transport arrangement for the beach, so ask on arrival. Facilities are basic, so plan the day in advance. No information on wheelchair access was found.
What visitors say
Travel guides describe a quiet, relatively unspoiled beach that naturists use, with the nudity kept discreet rather than signposted. The atmosphere is calm and the crowds are light outside summer peak. Guides disagree on which part of the beach is nude, and some suggest families choose the calmer stretches. Facilities are minimal, so visitors bring shade, water and food.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
Nudity is not explicitly illegal in Greece on designated naturist beaches, but outside them public nudity can fall under indecent-exposure rules. Simos has no official naturist designation, so any nude use relies on tolerance and discretion. The search found no local ordinance or enforcement record for this beach.
Naturism at Simos beach sits under Greece's rules for traditional tolerance — custom more than statute.
Full country law: Greece public nudity guide.
Researched 25 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 36.4726, 22.9768
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
Is Simos a nude beach?
It is informally used by naturists, but there is no official designation. Guides say the nudity is discreet and not signposted.
Where is the nude section?
Sources disagree. Mikros Simos is most often named, and some guides mention the more unspoiled parts of Megalos Simos. Ask locally on arrival.
Is it family friendly?
Some guides advise families to be aware that nudists use parts of the beach. Choosing the calmer stretch is the usual approach.
How do I get there?
Take the ferry to Elafonisos, then reach the beach on foot or by road. Check ferry times, as island transport is limited.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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