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| region | North Aegean | |
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| Residents | unknown | |
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| height | 26 m | |
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Fourni is an archipelago of North Aegean Islands in Greece.
background
The archipelago lies in the eastern Aegean Sea south between Samos and Ikaria. In fact, Fournoi is not just an island, but a formation of over 20 small barren islands, only two of which are inhabited: Fournoi and Thymaina. The centrally located 30 km² main island consists of two almost equal parts, each about 9 km in length. Due to the highly indented coastline with numerous small bays, the width varies from less than 300 m to a maximum of 3.5 km. The main islands have a hilly to mountainous character. The coastline is strongly indented, steep coasts interspersed with grottos alternate with rocky coasts and deep bays with sandy and pebble beaches. In the Middle Ages, Fournoi was an ideal base for pirates. Because of the hundreds of small fjords and hidden beaches where their ships could be hidden, they were sought after by corsairs; H. Piraten, once called "Corseoi Islands".
With the emerging tourism on the neighboring island Ikaria Fourni also benefits from day trippers. Few of them spend more than a few days of vacation on the island as it is too remote and quiet for most. For sailors, however, the many secluded bays are a paradise.
getting there
By plane
The island does not have an airport. The closest airports are in Ikaria and Samos.
By boat
Fourni can only be reached by ferry. There are three connections a week to Piraeus via the Cycladic islands of Mykonos, Paros and Syros. Otherwise Fourni can be reached via Samos or Ikaria. Flying Dolphins also operate from Samos (Pythagorio), Ikaria (Agios Kirykos), Patmos and Lipsi in summer. There are several daily connections between the main island and Thymena.
mobility
- If you want to explore the beautiful beaches and bays, you need an off-road vehicle or quad, as they can almost only be reached via dirt roads. There is a landlord in the main town. Most day-trippers stay in town and don't need a vehicle. Alternatively, trips to the beaches in small fishing boats are offered, which are highly recommended.
- A ferry goes from the harbor to the even more lonely neighboring island Thimena.
Tourist Attractions
There are no real sights on the island. The real attractions are the originality of the island and of course the beaches and many bays. Ancient finds from the time of the Ionians, the Classics and the Hellenes are scattered all over the island. The cyclopean wall with the traces of an acropolis on the hill of Ag. Giorgiswho have favourited ruins of the ancient temple of Kamari and the remains of houses on the ocean floor, the shrine of Poseidon in Agia Triada in Chryssomilia, the ancient quarry of PetrokopiO.
- 1 Fourni (Φούρνοι (πόλη)).
The main town has about 1200 inhabitants. - 2 Chrysomilia (Χρυσομηλέα Φούρνων).The second largest village with about 100 inhabitants.
- 3 Thimena (Θύμαινα Φούρνων).The main town on the island of Thimena with about 140 inhabitants.
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activities
- beaches. The most of beaches are not managed and suitable for nudists.
- Diving. Around 60 shipwrecks were found around the island. Most of the shipwrecks date from the Greek, Roman or Byzantine times.
- Snorkeling. The water in the bays is very clear and ideal for snorkeling.
shop
In the main town you can get all the basic daily needs. Pharmacy, bakery, butcher, supermarket, etc. For other things you have to go to the larger neighboring islands.
kitchen
There are several restaurants and cafes in the main town that cater to day-trippers. Also at the port of Chrysomilia there is a restaurant and on the beach by Kampi.
nightlife
The village nightlife takes place in the cafes or restaurants and is very quiet.
accommodation
There are only apartments and rooms, but no classic hotel. However, the offer is sufficient and inexpensive and it can be booked via the well-known Internet portals.
health
There is no hospital, only a health station. In more serious cases, transport to the nearest hospital takes place by helicopter or ferry.
Practical advice
If you are on the island, you should take enough water with you, as most of the island is practically uninhabited.
