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June 16, 2024
Hiking
You will literally smell Xigia before you reach it. There is a strange (and unpleasant) smell in the air around the beach due to the sulphur springs in the surrounding …
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Rainer
May 3, 2026
Hiking
Xigia Sulfur Beach (also spelled Xygia) is located on the northeast coast of the island.
The beach is famous as a natural sulfur bath. Due to sulfur springs that flow directly into the bay from neighboring sea caves, the water gets a characteristic milky-turquoise color. A distinct smell of sulfur (similar to rotten eggs) is in the air.
The sulfur- and mineral-rich water is attributed therapeutic properties that can help with skin problems, muscle and joint pain, and arthritis.
The beach is famous as a natural sulfur bath. Due to sulfur springs that flow directly into the bay from neighboring sea caves, the water gets a characteristic milky-turquoise color. A distinct smell of sulfur (similar to rotten eggs) is in the air.
The sulfur- and mineral-rich water is attributed therapeutic properties that can help with skin problems, muscle and joint pain, and arthritis.
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Bernd S. 🌊🌳
May 23, 2025
Hiking
Parking is free here. Tip: Drive to the end of the street, where there are usually still parking spaces. Most people park at the edge of the street, and you'd think it was full.
Another nice touch: You can order down at the beach, and your order will be delivered in a basket by a cable-stayed trolley.
Another nice touch: You can order down at the beach, and your order will be delivered in a basket by a cable-stayed trolley.
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Best routes near Xigia Sulphur Beach
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12.7km
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180m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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Elevation 20 m
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Location: Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Πελοποννήσου Δυτικής Ελλάδας και Ιονίου, Greece