At a Glance — Plakes, Thessaly, Greece
| Is Plakes, 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 Plakes, Thessaly, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Plakes, Thessaly, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 15 Sep. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Plakes, Thessaly, Greece safe for swimming? | Check local conditions before swimming. Blue Flag status confirms the beach meets water quality standards. |
| Does Plakes, 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 Plakes, Thessaly, Greece? | Parking |
| What is the best time to visit Plakes, Thessaly, Greece? | April, May April, May, June offer the best conditions. Avoid visiting in July, August when conditions are typically less favourable. |
| How far is Plakes, Thessaly, Greece from Regional Unit of Magnesia? | Plakes, Thessaly, Greece is approximately 7.12 km from Regional Unit of Magnesia. |
About Plakes, Thessaly, Greece
"Plakes beach is located on the northeastern part of Volos bay and next to Anavros beach, 1.5 km from the centre of 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. Plakes, 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 nearby parking. Entry to Plakes, Thessaly, Greece is free of charge.
Plakes beach is the coastal part of a sea inlet and is 50 m long, 5 m wide and southwest oriented. The coastal zone and the seabed are pebbled; there are umbrellas, cabins and lifeguards. At Plakes beach the vegetation is patchy with eucalyptus and pine trees. It is a busy beach with two Clubs: Club of Winter Swimmers "Iason" and Volos and Argonauts Nautical Club. Above the Plakes beach is the Goritsa hill, a favourite hill for hiking and admiring the view. At the foot of the hill and beside the Plakes beach is the caved church of Panagia Trypa-Goritsa, carved into a rock. Within walking distance is the beautiful coastal seaside of Anavros Park, the Hospital of Volos and next to it the church of the Holy Trinity. Naturally, as Plakes beach is so close to the city of Volos the tourist can easily and quickly use all the services provided by a modern city and visit all its sights and museums.
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What Visitors Say About Plakes, 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 Plakes, Thessaly, Greece
Plakes, Thessaly, Greece sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 15 Sep.
| Month | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | Medium | Medium | |
| May | Medium | Medium | |
| June | Medium | Medium | |
| July | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | Medium | Medium | |
| October | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Plakes, Thessaly, Greece
Nearest Airport
Lamia Airport — 70.07 km away.
By Train
Βόλος — 3.07 km away.
From Regional Unit of Magnesia
Approximately 7.12 km from Regional Unit of Magnesia.
Parking
Parking is available near Plakes, Thessaly, Greece. Check current availability on arrival.
On Plakes, Thessaly, Greece
At Plakes beach the vegetation is patchy with eucalyptus and pine trees. It is a busy beach with two Clubs: Club of Winter Swimmers "Iason" and Volos and Argonauts Nautical Club. Above the Plakes beach is the Goritsa hill, a favourite hill for hiking and admiring the view. At the foot of the hill and beside the Plakes beach is the caved church of Panagia Trypa-Goritsa, carved into a rock. Within walking distance is the beautiful coastal seaside of Anavros Park, the Hospital of Volos and next to it the church of the Holy Trinity. Naturally, as Plakes beach is so close to the city of Volos the tourist can easily and quickly use all the services provided by a modern city and visit all its sights and museums.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Plakes, 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 — Plakes, 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 | Parking available nearby. |
| Accessibility | Accessibility facilities may be limited — verify with local management. |
| Beach Type | Rocky shoreline. |
| Facing | E-facing — E. |
| Coordinates | 39.349554° N, 22.967139° E |
| Managed by | VOLOU |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |