Komos
Near Matala, southern Crete · Greece
A long, wild beach on Crete's south coast with a nudist stretch by the ruins and a gay end everyone finds.
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- Status
- Tolerated
- Crowd
- Gay-popular
- Country
- Greece
- City
- Crete
- Water
- Sea
- Best time
- May to October
- Confidence
- Medium
Find it
35.0170° N, 24.7540° EThe gay end
The right-hand side as you face the sea, past the archaeological site.
Crowd A clothing-optional beach for everyone with a gay end everyone knows about. Walk in the direction the guide says and you will find the boys.
Getting there
Drive to Pitsidia or Kalamaki and take the track to the beach. Two tavernas, no shade.
The rules
Tolerated. Not designated, but going without swimwear has been the custom for years and is left alone. Rules and patrols can change, so read the signs when you arrive.
No photos of anyone, sunscreen everywhere, cover up the moment you leave the clothing-optional stretch, and head home with the light. Sunbathe, swim and keep the beach respectful for everyone.
Questions people ask
Beach questions
Where exactly is Komos?
Near Matala, southern Crete, Greece. The map pin is 35.0170° N, 24.7540° E.
What is Komos like?
A long, wild beach on Crete's south coast with a nudist stretch by the ruins and a gay end everyone finds.
Which section of Komos is on the atlas?
The right-hand side as you face the sea, past the archaeological site.
How do I get to Komos?
Drive to Pitsidia or Kalamaki and take the track to the beach. Two tavernas, no shade.
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Method
Status says what the law and the locals allow; crowd says who is on the sand. Both come from gay-travel guides, the national naturist federations and members who were just there, scored on sources, recency, crowd, legal footing and safety. How we rank. Pins mark the beach; the gay end is described above. Last reviewed September 2026.