Kyra Panagia beach is an iconic place, one of the top beaches in Karpathos Island, Greece. This exceptional place is known as a beautiful postcard that comes to life, a true gem if this Greek island.
In Karpathos Kyra Panagia beach (Παραλία Κυρά Παναγία in Greek) is surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery and turquoise coloured sea, which make one of the best destinations in the island for travellers.
Where is Kyra Panagia beach in Karpathos Island and how to get there
The village of Kyra Panagia (Κυρά Παναγία) is a small, but beautiful situated settlement in Karpathos, which is located about 15 kilometers away from Pigadia. The houses of the settlement were built at the exit of a deep valley, surrounded by steep cliffs and high mountains. So Kyra Panagia beach can be reached by car or by motorcycle through a narrow and winding road, which is asphalted and offer amazing views to the deep blue Aegean Sea at many places.
At the end of the road you can find most of the free parking lots, many of them are shaded under the trees. To reach the amazing Kyra Panagia beach you have to walk through the village, but there are no particularly long distances: the village is quite small, with a total length of 200 meters.
The main street of the village where the parking lots were constructed is narrow, but it is not a problem for cars to stop here. Kyra Panagia beach is situated at the east end of the street, where the road literally ends.
Informations of Kyra Panagia beach, which you should now before a visit
Kyra Panagia beach is maybe a tiny place, but visitors can find in the area restaurants with traditional Greek food, rooms for accommodation, beach bars, and of course a mini market. The streets of the village and the entire area of the beach are filled with flowers such as large oleanders, bougainvilleas and geraniums.
Az you can see on the photos, Kyra Panagia beach is extremely beautiful, the panoramic views are especially amazing from the garden of Kyra Panagia’s church (Παρεκκλήσι Κυράς Παναγίας, Ekklisia Kira Panagia). This place offers the best views, which are so famous in Karpathos Island and all over Greece.
The beach is characterized by turquoise coloured waters, grey pebbles and rocky seabed, forming a a semi-circular shape. Kyra Panagia beach (Παραλία Κυρά Παναγία) is surrounded by impressive steep cliffs which runs to the sea, making a true gem of Karpathos, a beautiful symbol of the island. As we mentioned above, you can see this place on postcards usually.
The pure beauty of the area with the wild and steep cliffs, light grey pebbles and the turquoise waters compose a real picturesque scenery, which can be find only at the most extraordinary places even in Greece.
Kyra Panagia beach is one of the most organized beaches in Karpathos Island, because the shore is filled with parasols and sunbeds for rent, behind the beach there can be find coffee bars, showers, and of course changing rooms for guests.
For its reputation the beach can be crowded, especially on high season weekends, when it is considered one of the most visited beaches in Karpathos. It’s worth to know that using your own parasol depends on actual weather and wind conditions, because the exit of the valley, where Kyra Panagia beach is situated can be windy.
The sea temperatures of Kyra Panagia beach are from June to September above 23 Celsius. The warmest sea is in July and August with sea temperatures of 24 – 26 Celsius, but these temperatures always depend from actual weather conditions and sea currents. When there are some waves, temperatures are slightly cooler.
The local restaurants are Sofia’s taverna (further away from the beach, but our favourite is this), Kelaria and Kavos beach, where you can eat and drink during sightseeing or beaching. The mini market is situated at the entrance of the village, approx. 200 meters from the sea.
One of the best lookouts is located here in Karpathos Island
The tiny church of Kyra Panagia (Παρεκκλήσι Κυράς Παναγίας, Ekklisia Kira Panagia) was built on a cliff at the southern side of the beach, and it is the best place for panoramic views in Karpathos Island, as many reviews say. The church and its garden can be accessed from the streets of Kyra Panagia village and from the southern side of the beach through some stairs also.
This magical place is one of the best photo spots in Karpathos Island, where visitors can admire Kyra Panagia beach and the houses of the village both. To enter into the garden is free of course and there can be find some natural shade, which is very useful during warm hours.
From the back garden of the church visitors can see some parts and rocks of Kato Lakkos beach, which is just a few hundred meters away from Kyra Panagia. This beach is a hidden gem in Karpathos and in Greece, and can be reached by hiking on a dirt road from Katodio, or by boat excursions from the port of Pigadia.
Those rocks and cliffs are belong to Kato Lakkos beach, but we don’t suggest to swim from here due sea currents, it can be dangerous
Why visit Kyra Panagia beach in Karpathos island?
The wild beauty of Kyra Panagia beach is a trademark of Karpathos, and one of the most photographed places in the island. If you are looking for an iconic place in Greece, plan a trip here, spend a few minutes in the garden of the church, and let yourself be enchanted!
Kyra Panagia beach is recommended for swimming and snorkeling as well, and even if you don’t want to sunbathe or beaching here, don’t miss a sightseeing here.
Where to stay near Kyra Panagia beach in the local apartments and villas
Kyra Panagia village is a very tiny, but great place in Karpathos Island, Greece with a magical beach. On the hills of the village there are mostly small studios and a few hotels, and if you are looking for luxurious villas, in the area there can be find some as well. Some of the local accommodations offer amazing sea views, so if you would like to spend a few days here, just check these apartments.
It’s worth to know Kyra Panaga beach is popular in the daytime, but in the evenings the village is tranquil and quiet, providing ideal enviroment for a relaxing holiday, far away from crowded tourist resorts.
If you would like to spend a few days or your entire holiday here, just take a look to the local accommodations of the village below!
If you are looking for apartments, hotels and villas all over Karpathos island, just click here! (opens in new window).
Kyra Panagia beach additional info
- Also known as: Kira Panagia beach, Paralia Kira Panagia, Παραλία Κυρά Παναγία
- Coordinates: 35.586736, 27.177188
- Location: 15 kilometers from Pigadia
- Sea water color: turquoise, blue
- Sand type: coarse sand, pebbles, rocks
- Depth: normal
- Sea surface: usually calm
- Crowds: can be crowded during high season months
- Facilities: parking lot, taverns, beach bars, parasols and sunbeds for rent, shower
- Other Information: –
- Accessibility: asphalt road
- Wind conditions: can be windy
Kyra Panagia beach photos
Take a look our photos of Kyra Panagia beach, why is so much beloved this gem in Karpathos Island by many travellers!
