From a distance, this small island just to the south of Kos looks just like a volcanic cone jutting out of the sea. And, indeed, that is more or less exactly what it is.
Frewin Poffley's guide, whilst enthusing about the "small island" atmosphere, gives Nissiros a round zero for nudism.
However Barefooters who visited the island in May 2007 sent the Captain has a very promising report.
Take the road east out of Pali past the old spa and continue until the dirt road ends with a car park. Continue on the trail for a further 15 minutes or so around the headland and you will arrive at the beach. The beach is coarse dark sand and small pebbles backed by dunes. Barefoot reporters visited on four consecutive days and about 90% of people were naked. Although some were clothed when our Barefooters arrived they soon stripped off when they saw they were naked. It is possible to take naked walks. More naturist the further you go along the beach and male only at the furthest point. At the furthest end a lone male appeared to be living in a cave behind the beach. No shade or facilities but beautifully quiet and unspoiled. Some naturist campers on the beach. My reporters rated the beach 95%.
More reports from Nissiros would be very welcome.
