Milia beach in Skopelos

Milia is located approximately 3 kilometres north of Panormos and is considered by many to be the best beach on Skopelos. And that with some justice, Milia is a really beautiful beach with white sand mixed with small pebbles. The beach is the longest on Skopelos and extends in two directions, a small isthmus separates the two beaches. As at Limnonari there are large flat underwater rocks along parts of the beach. There is a beach bar on the beach, and a taverna just above. There is something truly special about the colors at Milia, where the turquoise sea meets the green pine forest clothing the mountains behind the beach.

Milia is located approximately 15 kilometers from Skopelos Town and can be reached by car or bus. However, the bus stop is up by the main road, which means a walk down to the beach—and an uphill walk on the way back. Should you get tired of Milia, it is only a few kilometres to Kastani beach where parts of the Mamma Mia movie was filmed. Kastani is located north of Milia. A few kilometres south of Milia is the fairly unknown beach of Adrina, also a very nice beach.

Milia beach in the other direction.

One section of Milia is more organized, featuring sun loungers and parasols, while the other is quieter. The water is crystal clear and perfect for snorkeling, though you should watch out for slippery rocks beneath the surface. From the beach, you can see the small, lush island of Dassia out at sea. Also, don’t miss the sunset, which is said to be one of the most beautiful on Skopelos.

Like almost all beaches on Skopelos, Milia beach is surrounded by beautiful pine trees.

The view over Milia beach, from the mountains high above, is some of the most beautiful things I have seen. We met some Swedes who told us about a stretch of road from where the views was the most beautiful thing they've ever seen. We drove there. And we could not agree more. If you want to experience this magical place from above, drive from Skopelos Town to Elios (Neo Klima) via the small mountain village of Pirgos. You will notice when you arrive at the lookout point.

View of Milia Beach and the small island of Dassia.

Beautiful Milia beach is close to Panormos, Kastani and Adrina.

Parts of the beach are very child-friendly.

At parts of the beach there are large slippery underwater rocks.

Do not miss Kastani beach, which you can read about here »

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