{"id":51098,"date":"2025-09-11T15:19:28","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T13:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/?p=51098"},"modified":"2026-05-20T11:40:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T09:40:28","slug":"alonissos-sights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/alonissos-sights\/","title":{"rendered":"Alonissos: The 7 most beautiful sights of the Sporades island"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alonissos<\/strong> is the quietest of the three neighboring Sporades islands and offers a little bit of everything without ever feeling overwhelming. The hustle and bustle of Skiathos is far away, and even some residents of Skopelos rave about this roughly 20-kilometer-long island and its adjacent marine national park.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlonissos may be less well-known than its neighboring islands, but that is precisely where its special charm lies. A varied landscape and a picturesque coastline, home to rare Mediterranean monk seals and playful dolphins, give the island a unique appeal.\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Alonissos: A small island with plenty of charm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The island of Alonissos is a true hidden gem<\/strong> in Greece<\/strong> and will likely remain so for a long time due to its accessibility. You fly to the mainland to Volos or to the neighboring island of Skiathos. From there, it\u2019s at least an hour\u2019s ferry ride. For most vacationers, that\u2019s too much of a hassle, so the island remains primarily a destination for connoisseurs.<\/p>\n

We spent a week on Alonissos (also Alonnisos) in early June and discovered many spots that still exuded a tranquility long since missing elsewhere. Below, we\u2019ll introduce you to the best sights on Alonissos<\/strong> and share our personal highlights and useful travel tips:<\/p>\n

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Alonissos Map<\/strong>: This map of Alonissos includes all the island\u2019s highlights<\/span>, 32 must-see spots & hidden gems<\/span>, 12 beaches & coves<\/span>, as well as personal recommendations for 22 restaurants & caf\u00e9s<\/span>. Ideal for vacation planning and on-site navigation. Compatible with smartphones, tablets, and PCs\/Macs. Click here to use it now: Go to the Alonissos Map<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

#1 Chora \u2013 Alonissos\u2019 Most Beautiful Town<\/h2>\n

The main attraction of the island of Alonissos is undoubtedly Chora, also known as Alonissos Town<\/strong>. With just under 300 residents, Chora is today a sleepy village with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Like an amphitheater, the typical white houses with red-tiled roofs climb up two steep hills.<\/p>\n

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Alonissos Chora is sure to delight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The village was founded in the Middle Ages in the mountains as a refuge from pirate attacks and served as the island\u2019s center for many years until a severe earthquake in 1965 destroyed many buildings, prompting residents to relocate to the coast at Patitiri (see #2). It took decades for Alonissos Chora<\/strong> (also known as Old Village or Chorio) to regain the beauty it possesses today.<\/p>\n

Back then, quite a few houses were sold to foreign enthusiasts. As a result, Alonissos is now also known as To Nissi ton Germanon<\/em>\u2014the Island of the Germans<\/strong>. This is due to the high percentage of real estate purchases by Germans, Austrians, and Swiss people, particularly in Chora.<\/p>\n