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THE Skopelos is a pine-covered island of the Northern Sporades, in the Aegean Sea. It covers an area of about 93 square kilometers and is the closest to the shores of the Pagasitic Gulf of Sporades after Skiathos.
Generally
In Skopelos we find a middle ground between the cosmopolitan and bustling Skiathos and the very quiet Alonissos. It is preferred for holidays mainly by couples and families.
Destinations
- Skopelos Town. It is located on the southeast side of the island, the main port, and the main settlement of the island.
- Language. It is located in the northwestern part of the island, above the port of Loutraki at an altitude of 200 to 300m. It is 25.4km from Skopelos Town. The village faces Skiathos.
- New Vine (Olive). A settlement built after the earthquakes of 1965 to house the inhabitants of a destroyed village of Palio Klima. It is located on the west side of the island between Milia and Klima. It is 3km from Klima, 5km from Glossa and 19km from Skopelos Town. The village had 415 inhabitants in 2001.
How to get there
You can reach Skopelos from the ports of Volos, Kymi, Mantoudi, Agios Konstantinos and Thessaloniki.
How to move
There are many car and motorcycle rental agencies. The island can be easily reached by motorbike. There is also bus service whose schedules are posted on a board at the entrance of the port. There are also taxis but in the evening you have to call to be served. Many accommodation owners will be offered a ride to and from the port when you arrive and when you leave. Importantly, the movement of wheeled vehicles in the traditional settlement of Skopelos is prohibited.
What to see
Beaches
North beaches
- Saint John
- Cave
- Χοντρογιώργης
- Dead (Channel)
- Αγγελέτου
- Orchard
Northeast beaches
- Sarres (access only by sea)
- Plaka / Sand (Skopelos town)
- Agios Konstantinos (Glyfoneri)
- Glyster
- Deep
Southwest beaches
- Grape
- Velanio
- Amaranth (Rocks)
- Ignoring
- Limnonari
- Panormos
- Flax
- Andrines
- Apple tree
- Chestnut
- Ember
- New Vine
- Karkatzuna
- Armenopetra
- Loutraki
Entertainment
Events
What will you buy
Skopelos is known for its plums. You can buy either the dark dried ones or the light ones in a dessert (egg). You can also buy hamalia and rosettes that are sweet based on almond paste. You can also buy honey, olive oil, soap, tsipouro, kritamo, oregano, spatholado and various pastries. You can buy all of the above either from stores that often belong to the producers or from street vendors at night during your walk on the waterfront.
Where to go for coffee - drink
Where are you going to eat?
Economic options
Middle class
High benefits
Where will you stay?
Economic options
Middle class
High benefits
Stay safe
Avoid the northern beaches when strong north winds blow. The waves are big and the waters are deep.
Health and precautions
In some years, when the winter has not rained much, in summer there is an overpopulation of wasps. Pay attention to the beaches where there is fresh water and trees but also to the taverns outside the country. Always have with you suitable preparations for any sting.
Also, the tap water in the town of Skopelos is towards brackish. You can see it both from the taste and from the slight foaming of the soap. Although it is considered safe for drinking, it is better to prefer bottled water.
Communications
Small problems
The road network is quite damaged (potholes etc) and in several places the signage is insufficient or non-existent.
Nearby destinations
There are several boats in the town of Skopelos that offer day trips to Alonissos.
