Kolios is one of the most beautiful beaches in Skiathos , famous for the sunsets and the staggering views. The origin of the name of the region is unknown, Greek speakers can’t help but associate the name with a small fish named “kolios”. It is located on the south-eastern edge of the island, on the main road to koukounaries . It is around 6 km away from the city of Skiathos with famous Skiathos hotels, and almost 7 km from Skiathos airport.
Kolios has a special morphology which keeps the beach well-protected by the strong winds, therefore the sea is as calm as a millpond. Even when there are huge waves, Kolios is peaceful. This round- shaped organized sandy beach with exotic waters making it a great spot for sea sports.
The crystal clear turquoise water will be one of the most impressive things you will notice if you swim and this by itself can be one of your highlights of your trip to Skiathos.