Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece • Aegean Sea

Tsigrado Beach

An adventurous white sand cove sheltered inside a volcanic cliff amphitheater on Milos, accessed by descending a famous wooden ladder and rope through a rock crevice.

Tsigrado Beach in Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece

Photo: dronepicr (CC BY 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • The descent through a sandy rock crevice with a rope and wooden ladder is an exhilarating adventure
  • Swim through the sea cave archway on the right to discover hidden crystal-clear snorkel chambers
  • Bring all water and food; neighboring Firiplaka beach has a beach bar 5 minutes away

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 25.1°C (Peak Air: 30°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 19.4°C · Jun: 22.8°C · Jul: 24.6°C · Aug: 25.1°C · Sep: 23.9°C · Oct: 21.4°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Fine White Sand • Deep Water
Water Clarity Crystal Clear (Clarity: 4.95/5 • Scenery: 4.9/5)
Daily Cost Guide €30/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 36.6694°N, 24.4583°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Greece Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: None
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: None
Good for Kids: Steep Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Present
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tsigrado Beach

What is the water temperature at Tsigrado Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Tsigrado Beach averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Tsigrado Beach?

Tsigrado Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece.

Is Tsigrado Beach good for families with kids?

Tsigrado Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Tsigrado Beach?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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