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| Nisyros | ||
| region | South Aegean | |
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| Residents | 1.008 (2011) | |
| height | 698 m | |
| Tourist info | 30 22420 48222 https://www.nisyrosinfo.com/ | |
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Nisyros (Greek. Νίσυρος, [ˈNisirɔs]) is one greek Volcanic island in the Aegean. As part of the archipelago Dodecanese Nisyros likes to be overlooked. However, it is worth spending a few days here, especially when the tourist crowds of the surrounding islands get too much.
Most guests only come off for a few hours Kós over. You cross in the morning, visit the craters in the volcano and the village of Mandraki. In the afternoon the excursion boats leave again and Nisyros returns to the usual calm. In contrast to most of the islands of the Aegean Sea that are developed for tourism, you can take part in the original Greek life on Nisyros, especially in the off-season.
background
There are three villages across the island. The main town Mandraki is on the north coast right next to the port. Most of the hotels and restaurants are also located here. The village square is one of the few in Greece that still looks like it used to. This is where the village meets and you can enjoy the warm evenings. Several restaurants with traditional Greek dishes can be found on the square.
There are two other, albeit much smaller, villages on Nisyros. The village Emborio is located on the edge of the crater, and dozens of white houses can already be seen from afar on the way there. By car you can only get to a parking lot in front of the village, then narrow alleys and stairs. From various places you have an excellent view of the caldera and the rest of the island.
In 1933 an earthquake destroyed the village of Emborio, and various crumbling buildings can still be seen today. The residents only partially rebuilt the village, many moved to Mandraki, and another group founded the village of Pali. Today there is a lot of construction and renovation going on in Emborio, as many of the houses are now being sold and rented as holiday homes.
The village is also enthroned on the edge of the crater Nikia. From here there is also a spectacular view of the steaming crater. There are several restaurants, one of them on the beautiful little village square. There is also a café there. In Nikia there is a volcano museum which explains the geology of the island and the volcano.
Almost 5 km on the road from Mandraki to the east is the small fishing village Pali to find. There is a car and motorcycle rental company, several small hostels and restaurants. If you follow the road further along the shore you will reach the treeless beach, the only sandy beach on the island.
places
- 1 Mandraki (Μανδράκι Νισύρου)
- 2 Pali (Πάλοι Νισύρου)
- 3 Emporios (Εμπορειός Νισύρου)
- 4 Nikia (Νικιά Νισύρου)
- 5 Avlaki (Αυλάκι Νισύρου)
getting there
The only way to get to the island is by sea. There is no airport on Nisyros.
- Of Kardamena on the island Kós During the season there are daily boats to Nissyros. Usually several drive at the same time, and all of them leave Kardamena at 9:30 a.m. and arrive in Nisyros a good hour later.
- Also from the port Kós there are ferry connections. The travel time is, however, about 2 hours.
- The big ferries of the Bluestarferries Nisyros run on their way from 2 days a week Piraeus to Kastellórizo at. The drive from Piraeus takes about 13 hours. Nisyros is also called in the opposite direction twice a week.
- Fast catamarans the Dodekanisos Seaways run between Rhodes and Kalymnos.
- There is also a daily excursion boat from Kefalos on Kos, which makes a small round trip via Nisyros.
- 1 Pali Marina (Pali Marina). The port in Pali has been significantly expanded in recent years and is ideal for those traveling by pleasure craft.
mobility
- A well-developed asphalt road connects Mandraki with the villages of Emborio and Nikia, the crater and the south coast. There are only nine road junctions across the island outside of the villages, so getting lost is difficult. There are also signposts at all branches.
- There's one in the port Car rental (Mano's Rent a Car / Bike), which rents out smaller cars (especially Fiat Panda) for a good € 35 per day, as well as motorcycles and quad bikes. There is also a car rental company in Pali (Eagle's Nest Car & Bike Rental) with a similar offer and similar prices.
- The only petrol station on the island 2 is located on the road between Mandraki and Pali, about 2 km from Mandraki. The prices are high, even compared to mainland Greece.
- The island has a local bus, which is primarily intended as a means of transport for the students and the local population. In summer the bus is also used for public transport and can be used by tourists.
Tourist Attractions
- 1 Stefanos Crater. Most of the visitors come to the crater in the Caldera to see. A well-developed road leads from Mandraki up the rim of the crater and down again on the inside. At the end of the street you reach a barrier where you have to buy entry. A secured footpath leads to the edge of the largest crater, the Stefanos crater. It is not difficult to climb down, but for those with little surefootedness it is advisable to take hiking sticks with you. At the bottom of the crater there is steam from various smaller and larger openings, and even if the wind can always be felt, it smells of sulfur.
- People with heart, circulatory, or breathing problems should be vigilant because of the lack of oxygen. Care should be taken with all steaming or bubbling openings in the floor, because the vapors are often very hot and can cause burns.
- In addition to the Stefanos crater, there are two more that are a little smaller. They can also be visited even if most of the tourists follow the trails. It is advisable to wear good shoes for this.
- An old one towers over Mandraki 1 Johanniter fortthat, to some eyes, has been restored somewhat cheesy. Those who don't like the ruins can still enjoy the beautiful view over the village of Mandraki and the neighboring islands.
- 2 Archaeological Museum (Αρχαιολογικό μουσείο Νισύρου) (in the center of Mandraki). Tel.: 30 22420 313 48..The museum, which was created privately in 2001, offers a comprehensive insight into the history of Nisyros and the surrounding islands.Characteristic:
.Open: Wed-Mon: 08: 30-16: 00.Price: 4, - € / P. - 3 Nisyros Volcano Museum. Tel.: 30 22420 314 00..In Nikia there is the volcano museum, which explains the geology of the island and the volcano and exhibits rare finds.Open: Sa-Thu 11: 00-16: 00.
- 1 Panagia Kera Monastery (Μονή Παναγίας Κυράς, Νίσυρος)..Interesting little monastery complex.
- 2 Nymphio Monastery. The abandoned monastery is partly in ruins, but the small chapel is still used from time to time. An impression of calm and serenity emerges from this absolutely timeless place. A worthwhile stopover during a hike to the top of this volcanic island. The view here is fantastic.
- 3 Prophet Elias Church. The small church is mainly visited for its wonderful view.
- 4 Evangelistria Monastery. Beautiful monastery on the top of the hill surrounded by incredibly beautiful nature. From there a very old hiking trail leads to Emporio and to the top of the volcano. Most of the time the church and the rest of the buildings are locked, but there is a big local festival every year where you can visit all areas.
- 5 Panagia Spiliani Monastery (Μονή Παναγίας Σπηλιανής, Νίσυρος)
.activities
- In spring and autumn, Nisyros is very suitable for hike. Various paths lead up the walls of the crater. The approximately two-hour hike from 4 monastery above Mandraki up to the highest point on the island, the Profitis Iliad (Προφήτης Ηλίας) 1 . This path leads through countless terraced fields that line the entire island. The path is marked and mostly easy to see. The summit offers a wide view of the island of Kós and other small islands in the Dodecanese.
beaches
The island has a sandy beach and several pebble beaches that lead to Swimming invite.
- The treeless one several hundred meters long 1 Sandy beach Lyes is located on the road from Pali about 3 km further along the coast, which ends in a dead end.
- The 2 Pebble beach Chochlaki, which is right by Mandraki, should only be visited when the sea is calm.
- Another pebble beach that 3 Bathing beach Gialiskari from Loutra lies between Mandraki and Pali near Loutra, a former thermal bath.
- Pali has one too 4 Beach, equipped with changing rooms and tapering off flat.
- The 5 Beach Paralia Pachia Ammos is about 10 km from Mandraki on the east coast, is about 350m wide and has coarse dark sand. Access to the beach is via an inconvenient path over the hills. This takes about 10 minutes on foot.
- A 6 Bathing opportunity The abandoned fishing port is of a special kind Aflaki on the south side of the island. A long, winding, but well-developed, road leads down from Nikia and offers many beautiful views of the neighboring island Tilos. There is a small deserted harbor in the basin of which many fish cavort - ideal for snorkeling. However, one should be careful because sea urchins and other cnidarians populate various stones. A ladder makes it easier to get in and out.
shop
kitchen
There is only one restaurant in Emborio, but this tavern has it all. It has a balcony that faces the caldera and offers spectacular views. The menu is small, but typically Greek. From here you can also see the road down into the crater, on which numerous buses bring tourists to the crater rim.
In Mandraki there are various restaurants around the village square. There are also some on the road from the harbor towards the village square.
One of the island's specialties is Soumada, an almond syrup that is drunk diluted with water.
nightlife
accommodation
As a small island, there is of course not a huge range of accommodation. Early reservation is recommended in the high season because the limited number of beds and the rare ferry connections make it impossible to evade. Below is a selection of hotels and studios for which contact details can be found.
Hotels and pensions
- 1 Tree Brothers Hotel (right at the port). Tel.: 30 22420 31344, Email: [email protected]. Simple, traditional hotel with double rooms and studios (air conditioning, balcony, shower, toilet), terrace directly on the harbor, from almost all rooms and studios you have a direct view of the action, a good 5 minutes walk from Mandraki. Good breakfast and fair prices. Run by three Nikolitsis brothers. No pets!Price: € 30 to 50 plus breakfast (€ 5).
- 2 Hotel Romantzo (at the harbor, just behind the Three Brothers). Tel.: 30 22420 31340, Email: [email protected]. Nice hotel on the harbor with a view from the terrace. Simple rooms. Also rents studios. Pets on request, a good 5-minute walk from Mandraki.Price: Double: € 25 to 55 including breakfast.
- 3 Hotel Porfyris, Mantraki 853 03, Nisyros Dodecanese Greece (in Mandraki). Tel.: 30 22420 31376, Fax: 22420-31176, Email: [email protected]. Nice hotel in the middle of Mandraki, swimming pool with thermal water, large breakfast buffet. Popular with hikers and individual travelers. Renovated in 2008.Open: May to October.Price: € 27 to 55 plus breakfast.
Studios and apartments
- 4 Mammi's Apartments (in Pali). Tel.: 30 22420 31824, Email: [email protected]. House with several 2-room apartments, large garden, parking space.
health
Practical advice
Of course, Greek is spoken in Nisyros, but English and German are usually quite good too. Due to the hospitality and the cordiality of the population, there is always an opportunity to communicate even with a lack of language skills.
trips
literature
Web links
- http://www.nisyros.gr - Official website of Nisyros
- www.nisyros-island.com Private homepage with extensive information about Nisyros
- www.nisyros.com Private homepage with lots of photos
- www.nisyrosinfo.com/
- Island passion Nice portrayals of a trip
- Online port manual Information for sailors
