The Thermal Springs of Alykes are a small stretch of beach in Adama-Zephyria, on the island of Milos in the Cyclades, opposite an electricity plant. The draw is beneath the water: bubbles rise from the seabed, and some spots feel very hot underfoot. It is a curious natural stop if you want to feel the thermal water for yourself. The setting is rocky and industrial, so come for the springs rather than a scenic beach day.
Finding the hot spots
The thermal water is not immediately obvious from the beach. Look for bubbles in the sand at low tide, then search around the rocks on the right. Some warm pockets are farther into the water, so move carefully as you look for them.
A beach beside the power plant
Alykes sits opposite an electricity plant, and its rocky shore is less scenic than some of the island’s other beaches. The unusual feature is the bubbling water itself: a short stop lets you see it and feel the warmth underfoot.
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Where are the Thermal Springs of Alykes?
They are in Adama-Zephyria on Milos, opposite an electricity plant.
How do you find the hot springs?
Look for bubbles in the sand at low tide and search to the right of the rocks. Some hot spots are farther out in the water.
When is the best time to visit?
Early morning before high tide, when the bubbling areas are easier to see.
Is the water safe to walk through?
Some areas are very hot. Move carefully and avoid stepping into a hot spot before checking the water.
