Trip to Votsalakia and surroundings
The best of the southwest of the island of Samos
The southwest of the island of Samos is dominated by its highest mountain Kerkris, so from the local beaches you have beautiful views of this magnificent limestone massif. The local center is the town of Votsalakie with a beautiful long beach. You can go on trips to other nearby beaches or climb the famous Pythagorean Cave.
Votsalakie as a starting point for trips
The best starting point for trips around the southwest of the island of Samos is Votsalakie with its beautiful long beach, where you will find plenty of privacy.
Article: Trip to Vostalakia Kamos beach
Vostalakia Kamos beach is one of the most beautiful and longest beaches in Samos. Here you will find both private and organized… continue reading
Beaches further west from Vostalakie
To the west you can go to two other popular beaches – Psili Ammos (also accessible by bus) and more distant Limnionas
Article: Trip to Psili Ammos beach (west)
Just west of the famous resort of Votsalakia you will find the beautiful beach of Psili Ammos. Beware of confusion, the beach of… continue reading
Article: Trip to Limnionas beach
Limnionas is a beach on the southwest island of Samos. From the beach is perhaps the most beautiful view of the highest mountain… continue reading
Trip to Tripiti and the port of Ormos
Just beyond the eastern end of Votsalakia is the beautiful small bay of Tripiti. Just behind the hill is the picturesque port of Ormos – the perfect place for an evening stroll with dinner in the tavern
Article: Trip to Tripiti beach
At the very eastern end of Votsalakia – Kampos Marathokampou lies the picturesque bay of Tripiti. You will find here only a few… continue reading
Article: Trip to the port of Ormos
The picturesque port village of Ormos is located in the southwestern part of the island of Samos. It used to be a port for the… continue reading
Beaches east of Votsalakia
Further east is the famous and beautiful Kaladakia beach hidden among the cliffs. Even further east is Balos beach, but it is no longer a top TOP.
Article: Trip to Kaladakia beach
Kaladakia Beach is famous mainly for its beautiful Blue Cave. It is located just two kilometers from the village of Koumeika. The… continue reading
Article: Trip to Balos beach (Samos)
Just west of the mountain village of Koumeika you will find a turnoff that will take you to the sea to the Samoan beach of Balos.… continue reading
Tourism in Samos
The southwest of the island of Samos is also an ideal starting point for hiking. The easy way is to Pythagorean Cave. The highlight, however, is the challenging all-day climb to Kerkris – recommended but only in spring or autumn, where it is not so hot
Article: Ascent to Pythagorean Cave
At the eastern foot of the highest mountain in Samos – Kerkris you will find a surprisingly large cave in the rock wall. Its… continue reading
