Paros, Cyclades

Pounda, Paros
Paros, Cyclades
The only viable spot in the west of Paros is one of Greece’s best and most popular kite beaches. The 1300m wide strait between the island and neighbouring Antiparos offers perfectly flat water, constant wind and a whole lot of safety. The only downside is that, like all over Paros, it gets very busy in high season.
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New Golden Beach, Paros
Paros, Cyclades
This World Cup windsurfing venue is the windiest and hence most popular beach on the island. Known for its consistent conditions, it’s often up to two Forces stronger than elsewhere on Paros. After the first 30m of in-depth water it’s great blasting cross-shore over flat water to the swells outside. Parking is limited, so in summer you might have to warm up with a bit of a walk.
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Santa Maria, Paros
Paros, Cyclades
The Meltemi's usually a Force or two lighter up at Santa Maria in the north-east of Paros. The campsite and bar on this beach mean lots of activity, and swimmers aplenty. Windsurfing is just about possible in summer, but kiting's only an option out of season.
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Tsoukalia, Paros
Paros, Cyclades
This is the best place for waves if any are about, but you'd better be good as there's shorebreak and rocks in the water, plus it often gets very busy – best to quietly check it all first from the taverna on the beach. The route in is a brutal dirt-track . which the car hire companies are so happy about!
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Golden Beach, Paros
Paros, Cyclades
It’s gusty inshore here, so it's wise to sail a little further out in the bay. But be careful – it’s an offshore wind, so think about getting home. These long sands are popular with sunbathers, so use the marked surf zone mid-way along the beach.
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