At a Glance — Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
| Is Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 15 Sep. Best months: May, June, September. |
| Is Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece safe for swimming? | Check local conditions before swimming. Blue Flag status confirms the beach meets water quality standards. |
| Does Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece have facilities for disabled visitors? | Facilities for visitors with disabilities may be limited — contact the beach management for up-to-date accessibility information. |
| What facilities are at Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece? | Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece? | May, June May, June, September offer the best conditions. |
| How far is Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece from Volos Municipality? | Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece is approximately 6.27 km from Volos Municipality. |
About Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
"Amarillidos beach is located on the west coast of the bay of Volos and is 8 km south west from Volos."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece holds current Blue Flag certification, meeting the programme's 33 annual criteria for water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is managed by VOLOU.
On-site facilities include a beach kiosk. Entry to Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece is free of charge.
The beach is awarded the Blue Flag, the most recognizable international eco-label for coastlines. The coastal zone and the seabed are sandy with pebbles. The coastal zone is natural with vegetation mainly of brushwood, tamaracks and palm trees. The clean waters of the coast are full of seaweed, sea squirt, molluscs and shells. Amarillidos beach is organized with sun umbrellas, chemical WC, showers and trash-recycling cans. There is also a person in charge for lifeguard stuff & medicines. The area surrounding the beach is partially residential with plenty of holiday homes. At a short distance around the area – Alykes, Nea Anchialos - there are picturesque taverns, coffee shops, and hotels- rooms to let for the tourists. The beach is accessible by a paved road and north west by the country road. Next to Amarillidos beach there are a playground, the settlement of Agios Stefanos and Amphanon beach. Among the tourist attractions of the area are the ruins of the ancient city of Amfanon, with archaeological findings north west from the beach, while at Nea Anchialos, at a distance of 7km, there are the ruins of Fthiotides Thives.
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What Visitors Say About Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece sees its best conditions in May, June, September. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 15 Sep.
| Month | Avg Temp | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | 10°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | 12°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | 16°C | Medium | Medium | |
| May | 20°C | Medium | Medium | |
| June | 25°C | Medium | Medium | |
| July | 28°C | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | 28°C | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | 24°C | Medium | Medium | |
| October | 18°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | 14°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | 9°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
Nearest Airport
Lamia Airport — 64.86 km away.
From Volos Municipality
Approximately 6.27 km from Volos Municipality.
On Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
Amarillidos beach is organized with sun umbrellas, chemical WC, showers and trash-recycling cans. There is also a person in charge for lifeguard stuff & medicines. The area surrounding the beach is partially residential with plenty of holiday homes. At a short distance around the area – Alykes, Nea Anchialos - there are picturesque taverns, coffee shops, and hotels- rooms to let for the tourists. The beach is accessible by a paved road and north west by the country road. Next to Amarillidos beach there are a playground, the settlement of Agios Stefanos and Amphanon beach. Among the tourist attractions of the area are the ruins of the ancient city of Amfanon, with archaeological findings north west from the beach, while at Nea Anchialos, at a distance of 7km, there are the ruins of Fthiotides Thives.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — Amaryllidos, Thessaly, Greece
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 15 Sep |
| Lifeguards | Check with local beach management. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Check on arrival. |
| Parking | Check local options on arrival. |
| Accessibility | Accessibility facilities may be limited — verify with local management. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | S-facing — S. |
| Coordinates | 39.306087° N, 22.939348° E |
| Managed by | VOLOU |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |