Galifos and Agios Nikolaos in Folegandros

At Angali beach, a path begins that leads to the beaches of Galifos and Agios Nikolaos. None of them are accessible by car or scooter, so you will have to walk, or to go by beach boat. The path to the beaches starts at the stairs as you see in the picture below.

Agios Nikolaos beach.

The path to the beaches of Galifos and Agios Nikolaos begins at the stairs at Angali beach.

Once you have come a short distance on the path, you have this beautiful view of Angali beach.

After a while you arrive at Galifos beach. Agios Nikolaos can be seen on the left.

Galifos is a tiny shingle beach about five minutes walk from Angali. The beach itself is not much to brag about, but the water is absolutely wonderful, and perfect for anyone who likes to snorkel. Above the beach lies Galifos Rooms that offers simple rooms without electricity. Do you want to escape civilization for a while, this is where you should stay. Phone: +30 6976131295.

Galifos beach.

Galifos beach.

Galifos beach is below the white houses where Galifos Rooms is located.

After Galifos beach, the path continues to Agios Nikolaos. As I said, there is a taxi boat to the beach as well.

A fifteen minute walk from Galifos lies Agios Nikolaos in a sheltered nice little bay. The sand is mixed with gravel. The water is clear and snorkelling friendly. In some places it's tricky to get into the water because of some slippery rocks. A few meters from the shoreline, tamarisks gives a much needed shade. Agios Nikolaos attracts many nudists and is considered to be a official nudist beach.

Agios Nikolaos beach.

Agios Nikolaos beach. Galifos beach to the left and Angali beach straight ahead.

Perhaps, the best thing about Agios Nikolaos is Taverna Papalagi above the beach. It is difficult to find a more beautiful location for a taverna. The view is magnificent, and the food is good. What more do you need? Maybe somewhere to stay? There are hotels in Angali if you want to stay close to Agios Nikolaos.

Taverna Papalagi above Agios Nikolaos beach.

At Taverna Papalagi you can sit for a long time and enjoy the sound of the waves and a good book.

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