Merchia Beach

Located on the northeastern coast of Mykonos, Merchia Beach is a small golden sand pebbly beach with many rocky portions.  The beach is only 12 kilometers from the center of the town of Mykonos – it is positioned in a sheltered cove and has a beautiful backdrop of rugged cliffs, little vegetation, a few oceanfront homes, and a small chapel built on the rocks along the shoreline, creating a picturesque setting along the Aegean Sea.

Merchia Beach, Mykonos, does not have lifeguards or any other amenities except a few nearby vacation homes and hotels, so plan your trip accordingly.

Merchia Beach, Greece, offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing, hiking, snorkeling, watching wildlife, walking, and photography.  If you plan to go into the water, it has a safe area to swim.  The clear waters around the beach are ideal for snorkeling, allowing visitors to explore the rich marine life.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  The beach is known for its pebbly shore, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque views, making it a photographer's delight.   This beach is often considered an unofficial nude beach.  Visitors can enjoy a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, making it an all-year-round destination.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, which is open from sunrise until sunset.

Merchia Beach does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Merchia Beach is easy - the beach has many street spots located at Merchia Beach, Ano Mera 846 00, Greece.  After parking, visitors have to hike on a dirt path to access the beach.

It's one of the most remote and secluded beaches on the island, ideal for visitors looking for peace and privacy and those who use as a nude beach.

There are many attractions near Merchia Beach.  Armenistis Lighthouse, a 19-meter-tall lighthouse located on the northwestern tip of Mykonos, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Aegean Sea and nearby islands.  It was built in 1891 to guide ships safely around the island’s treacherous coastline.  Monastery of Tourliani is a 16th-century Greek Orthodox monastery located in the village of Ano Mera, dedicated to the Virgin Mary.  The monastery features beautiful Cycladic architecture, with an impressive bell tower, a gold-plated altar, Byzantine icons, and a peaceful courtyard, surrounded by lush gardens and a small fountain.  It also has a small museum showcasing interesting artifacts, relics, vestments, and items of historical significance related to the Orthodox faith and Mykonos’ religious history.  

Ano Mera is a small, picturesque inland village known for its tranquil atmosphere, whitewashed houses, narrow cobblestone streets, a 16th-century monastery, local markets, bakeries, and traditional Greek tavernas offering fresh seafood, where visitors can indulge in its authentic Cycladic charm and slower pace of life.  Gyzi Castle is the ruins of a medieval fortress built by the Gyzi family, a Venetian noble family that ruled the island during the late 14th century.  The castle played a significant role in the defense of Mykonos during the Venetian rule, offering protection for the local population against pirates and foreign invaders.  The castle is located on a hill, offering panoramic views of the island and the Aegean Sea.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, The Mykonos Folklore Museum is housed in an old 18th-century Cycladic-style mansion that features a collection of artifacts, artwork, antique furniture, vintage tools, ceramics, musical instruments, and traditional Mykonian clothing, offering visitors a glimpse into the traditional life of Mykonos.  It also exhibits old maps, nautical instruments, and ship models, which highlights Mykonos’ maritime history of the island.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Merchia Beach.  Alemagou serves amazing Greek-inspired seafood, pork, meat, and poultry dishes.   Frati Mykonos serves delicious Italian dishes.  Restaurant il Segreto serves salads, seafood, pork, and meat dishes.  Oniro Sunset Bar - Restaurant serves delicious salads, pasta, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.   If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant nearby, Nikolas Tavern Mykonos - Seafood Restaurant serves amazing traditional Greek dishes, salads, sandwiches, seafood, pork, poultry, and meat dishes.

If you are looking for Merchia Beach hotels, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star Semeli Coast Mykonos Curio Collection by Hilton is two minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an indoor and outdoor pool, a spa, a sauna, a fitness center, and two restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the beachfront 4-Star Wild View Mykonos Luxury Suites, which offers many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a restaurant.  Another moderately priced option is the beachfront 4-Star Merchia Bay Villas Mykonos, which has many amenities, including an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a terrace, and a kitchen in all rooms.  A more reasonably priced option is the oceanfront 3-Star Mykonos Residence | Villas & Suites, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a restaurant.   If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star Sea Rock & Sky Private Residence offers a few amenities, including a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace.