Armenistis lighthouse
The lighthouse of 1891 on the north-west cape.
Mykonos · The wild north · Άγιος Σώστης
Agios Sostis, the north coast as it used to be
On the north coast, beyond Panormos bay, Agios Sostis is what Mykonos looked like before the beach clubs: a sandy bay with a white chapel on the hill, no sunbeds and no DJ. On a calm day it is one of the loveliest beaches on the island; when the meltemi blows it is wild and the sea is rough. Above it, kiki's tavern grills meat and fish under the trees. Neighbouring Panormos is livelier, with the Principote beach club.
No sunbeds, no music, just sand, a chapel and a famous little taverna
The story of Agios Sostis & the north coast
The north coast takes the full force of the summer north wind, which is exactly why it was never built up like the south. Choose your day: when the wind drops, Agios Sostis and its neighbours are as calm and clear as anywhere in the Cyclades.
Where to eat
Tables we love in Agios Sostis & the north coast
Beach club & restaurant
Principote
Panormos · The wild north
A beach club and restaurant on the bay of Panormos on the north coast, the glamorous neighbour of wild Agios Sostis.
Grill taverna
kiki's tavern
Agios Sostis · The wild north
A small grill taverna above the beach of Agios Sostis, much loved and much queued for, with grilled meat, fish and big salads under the trees.
Within an easy drive
Around Agios Sostis & the north coast
Fokos
A remote bay on the north-east coast, reached on a dirt road past the reservoir.
Good to know
Before you go to Agios Sostis & the north coast
Getting there
Easiest by car, scooter or taxi. Park on the road above and walk down to the sand.
When to go
A day without the north wind. Arrive early in high season: the small parking area fills up.
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