Amorgos is one of the most rugged islands in the Cyclades, and its coastline reflects that. Steep cliffs drop into deep blue water, rocky coves hide between headlands, and the beaches here feel genuinely remote. This is the island where Luc Besson filmed The Big Blue, and the water really does look like that.
Most of the beaches on Amorgos sit along the north coast, spread between the 2 main ports of Katapola and Aegiali. The south coast is mostly sheer cliff, so swimming spots there are rare and harder to reach. A few beaches are walkable from the villages. Others need a car, a boat, or a good pair of walking shoes on one of the island’s ancient footpaths.
If you are planning a trip, check our guide on how to get to Amorgos and the Amorgos bus timetable to work out which beaches you can reach by public transport.
Which Amorgos Beach Suits You
Families with small children: Maltezi Beach near Katapola has shallow, calm water and is easy to get to on foot.
Snorkelling and clear water: Agia Anna Beach sits below the Panagia Hozoviotissa Monastery and the visibility in the water is outstanding.
Long sandy stretches: Aegiali Main Beach is the broadest sandy beach on the island, right next to the port village.
Remote and peaceful: Kalotaritissa Beach on the far southwest tip of the island feels like the edge of the world. You will likely have it to yourself.
Walking and swimming combined: Mouros Beach is reached by a footpath from Aegiali and rewards the effort with crystal clear water against a dramatic cliff backdrop.
Agia Anna Beach
Agia Anna Beach stands as the most iconic and beloved shoreline on the captivating island of Amorgos in the Greek Cyclades. This extraordinary pebbled beach gained worldwide recognition as the famous filming location for Luc Besson’s celebrated 1988 film “The Big Blue,” a cinematic masterpiece that brought international attention to this hidden gem. The beach’s
Planning Your Beach Days on Amorgos
Amorgos does not have the wide, organised beach strips you will find on Naxos or Paros. That is part of the appeal. The beaches here are smaller, wilder, and often require a bit of effort to reach. Hiring a car or scooter makes a big difference. Check the Amorgos taxi page if you prefer not to drive.
The Amorgos map shows where each beach sits on the island, and the Amorgos photography guide covers the best light and angles if you want to capture the coastline properly.
For a full picture of what else to do between beach visits, see our main Amorgos island guide and the best caves in Amorgos.
