{"id":54379,"date":"2025-09-18T11:59:17","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T09:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/?p=54379"},"modified":"2026-06-01T10:35:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T08:35:26","slug":"samos-sights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/samos-sights\/","title":{"rendered":"Samos Island: Our 10 highlights for your holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Lush green and scenically diverse, this Greek island lies in the East Aegean. <strong>Samos<\/strong> is considered the perfect destination for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts and food lovers. But beach lovers also get their money&#8217;s worth!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #00aad9;\"><em>&#8220;Spring on Samos shows its most beautiful side. Yellow gorse and red poppies bloom along the roadsides, and Samos is green everywhere. Nature lovers will immediately feel at home on this island, which is rich in vegetation.&#8221;<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12560 size-full\" title=\"samos str\u00e4nde k\u00fcste\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Samos-Urlaub-Insel-Griechenland-Reisetipps-Kokkari.jpg\" alt=\"Samos Urlaub Insel Griechenland Reisetipps Kokkari\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Two high mountain ranges stretch across the <strong>eighth largest island in Greece<\/strong>. On its northern slopes lie fertile plains and dense forests. In between, quaint mountain villages with traditional tavernas are tucked away, inviting you to take a break after an extended hike on Samos.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The fertile vineyards reveal one of the island&#8217;s most precious treasures. Even now we cherish the memory of the <strong>wine from Samos<\/strong>, which was a real taste experience for us.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Lively coastal towns such as <strong>Vathy, Kokkari and Pythagoreio<\/strong> offer everything a holidaymaker&#8217;s heart desires. Beach lovers enjoy the numerous beaches and bays, most of which are covered with gravel or pebbles.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you want to explore the island on your own, take a look at our <strong>Samos highlights<\/strong>. Let&#8217;s start our discovery tour across the island.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Our Samos tips on Google Maps<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Skip hours of research and get our Samos Map with 165+ spots:<br><br>\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Dream beaches &amp; hidden bays<br>\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Restaurants, tavernas &amp; caf\u00e9s<br>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Must-see highlights &amp; ancient sites<br>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Worthwhile spots &amp; insider tips<br>\ud83d\ude98 Practical info like rentals &amp; parking<br>\u267e\ufe0f Lifetime access &amp; updates<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/samos-map\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Samos Map \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Samos-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-Google-Maps-Smartphone.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"kokkari\">#1 The lively coastal town of Kokkari<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The village of 1,000 souls on the north coast of Samos is firmly in the hands of tourism. Unfortunately, we looked in vain for authentic Greek flair here. Even though Kokkari&#8217;s alleys are quite photogenic, the townscape is mainly adorned with souvenir shops, beach bars and tavernas, which cater to crowds of holidaymakers during the season.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12575\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12575\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12575\" title=\"kokkari samos urlaub\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/kokkari-samos-urlaub.jpg\" alt=\"kokkari samos urlaub\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12575\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The resort of Kokkari in Samos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the pebble beach of Kokkari, no sun lounger is left unused at the end of May. A walk along the eastern waterfront promenade is worthwhile. Here you will find the striking <strong>boulders &#8220;Cavos&#8221;<\/strong> \u2014 the postcard motif of Samos.<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-54379 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-kokkari-urlaub-griechenland.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"samos kokkari urlaub griechenland\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-griechenland-kokkari-urlaub.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"samos griechenland kokkari urlaub\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the other hand, you can save yourself a glance in the other direction, because directly behind Kokkari is the island&#8217;s power plant. With its sooty chimneys, it is a real eyesore on an otherwise beautiful stretch of coastline and, depending on the wind direction, the smell drifts directly into the village.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the evening, the <strong>Platia of Kokkari<\/strong> is the &#8220;place to be&#8221; for a glass of wine or a cocktail, accompanied by live music. However, don&#8217;t leave it too late, as the coveted spots fill up quickly. By the way, the name &#8220;Kokkari&#8221; refers to a small type of onion (shallot) in Greek, and can be traced back to the earlier cultivation of the bulb in this area.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 14px 18px; margin: 24px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Samos Complete Package:<\/strong> Samos is an ideal holiday destination for independent travellers. If you prefer a hassle-free all-inclusive holiday, you&#8217;ll find great deals on <a href=\"https:\/\/a.check24.net\/misc\/click.php?aid=18&amp;pid=125961&amp;target_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.check24.net%2Fpauschalreisen-vergleich%2F%3Fc24pp_departure_date%3D2022-04-01%26c24pp_return_date%3D2022-11-01%26c24pp_travel_duration%3D5-8%26c24pp_airport%3DCGN%252CDTM%252CDUS%252CFMO%252CFRA%252CHHN%252CKSF%252CNRN%252CPAD%252CSCN%252CZQW%26c24pp_region_id%3D598%26c24pp_adult%3D2%26c24pp_childrenCount%3D0%26c24pp_children_0%255Bage%255D%3D-%26c24pp_children_1%255Bage%255D%3D-%26c24pp_children_2%255Bage%255D%3D-%26c24pp_children_3%255Bage%255D%3D-%26pid%3D125961%23%2Fsuche%2Fhotel%3Ftid2%3D18%26departureDate%3D2022-04-01%26returnDate%3D2022-11-01%26travelDuration%3D5-8%26airport%3DCGN%25252CDTM%25252CDUS%25252CFMO%25252CFRA%25252CHHN%25252CKSF%25252CNRN%25252CPAD%25252CSCN%25252CZQW%26regionId%3D598%26sorting%3DcategoryDistribution%26order%3Dasc%26kopa%3D6%26tid5%3D125961%26roomAllocation%3DA-A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">package tours on Check24*<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"bergd\u00f6rfer\">#2 Samos Idyllic Mountain Villages<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you&#8217;re tired of the touristy coastal towns, a detour into the mountains of Samos is well worth it. Hidden behind numerous hairpin bends in the middle of dense forests, two pretty villages await \u2014 and they don&#8217;t just guarantee fantastic views over the north coast.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12592\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12592\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12592\" title=\"samos roadtrip fr\u00fchling griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-roadtrip-fr\u00fchling-griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"samos roadtrip fr\u00fchling griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12592\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Colorful Samos in Spring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Vourliotes Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the northern slope of the Ambelos Mountains, the village of Vourliotes, with its 500 inhabitants, is a real feast for the eyes. Shutters, doors and facades shine in <strong>various colours<\/strong>, cats doze in the midday heat and wicker chairs invite you to take a short rest.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12580\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12580\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12580\" title=\"samos vourliotes bergdorf\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-vourliotes-bergdorf.jpg\" alt=\"samos vourliotes bergdorf\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12580\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creative fa\u00e7ade art<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the village square, quaint taverns serve traditional Greek meze. During a stroll through the narrow streets, time seems to stand still. From up here, the views stretch over green vineyards all the way down to the deep blue Aegean Sea.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12581\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12581\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12581\" title=\"vourliotes samos platia\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/vourliotes-samos-platia.jpg\" alt=\"vourliotes samos platia\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12581\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Taking a seat on the Platia of Vourliotes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In summer, Vourliotes gets busy even at lunchtime, when hikers, mountain bikers and tourist groups descend on the small village. In the evening things quieten down a little, and you can end the day here in a relaxed and unhurried way.<\/p>\n<h3>Manolates Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A few kilometres further west, you will reach the artists&#8217; village of Manolates. All kinds of shops with <strong>pottery and handicrafts<\/strong> offer tasteful souvenirs from the island of Samos. In addition to handicrafts, the approximately 130 inhabitants of Manolates, like those of Vourliotes, live primarily from wine and fruit growing.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12579\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12579\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12579\" title=\"samos manolates bergdorf t\u00f6pferei\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-manolates-bergdorf-t\u00f6pferei.jpg\" alt=\"samos manolates bergdorf t\u00f6pferei\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12579\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">In the alleys of Manolates<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The photogenic alleyways are a wonderful place to stroll, with your gaze drifting down to the sea time and again. The local tavernas have adapted to tourists, offering both Greek and international food.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Directly below Manolates lies the idyllic <strong>Nightingale Valley of Samos<\/strong>. The grove lined with plane trees is a popular hiking paradise on Samos and offers welcome relief from the heat on hot summer days.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12582\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12582\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12582\" title=\"samos natur wanderungen w\u00e4lder\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-natur-wanderungen-w\u00e4lder.jpg\" alt=\"samos natur wanderungen w\u00e4lder\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12582\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lush vegetation in the Valley of the Nightingales<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A beautiful hiking tour described in the Samos travel guide (<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3aUZsUq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View on Amazon*<\/a>) leads from Vourliotes through Manolates, down through the Nightingale Valley to the coastal village of Platanakia\/ Agios Konstantinos.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"samoswein\">#3 Wine from Samos: A New Era<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">What a taste experience! Lovers of dry, fruity wine should not miss a <strong>visit to a Samos winery<\/strong>. We&#8217;re not talking about the classic Samos wine, a well-known sweet dessert wine made from the Muscat grape, but the fine wines that three independent wineries in Samos have recently been producing.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12583\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12583\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12583\" title=\"samos wein weingut vakakis\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-wein-weingut-vakakis.jpg\" alt=\"samos wein weingut vakakis\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12583\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vines characterize the landscape<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Viticulture in Samos has a very long tradition and probably dates back to ancient times. Especially on the fertile north coast, the vineyards stretch up into the mountains.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The dominant grape variety is the <strong>white Muscat grape<\/strong>, from which, for example, the well-known fortified wine Samos Nectar is made. In the meantime, however, dry wines are also being offered by the Samos winegrowers&#8217; cooperative.<\/p>\n<h3>A visit to the Vakakis winery<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">After a lengthy court case, the Vakakis winery on Samos finally managed to become independent of the winegrowers&#8217; cooperative and market its own wines independently.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We stopped by for a spontaneous tasting and did not regret our visit! The winery of the Vakakis family is located north of Karlovasi in the <strong>mountain village of Megali Lakka<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In an old stone house, a very informative and <strong>personal tasting<\/strong> took place. The two lovely ladies Sania and Aggeliki gave us a lot of background information about viticulture on Samos, and we were able to taste several varieties. The wines were accompanied by delicious small cheese appetizers, tomatoes and olives.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12585\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12585\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12585\" title=\"weingut vakakis samos verkostung\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/weingut-vakakis-samos-verkostung.jpg\" alt=\"weingut vakakis samos verkostung\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12585\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tasting in a rustic ambience<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The winery relies on <strong>organic farming<\/strong> and cultivates grape varieties such as Assyrtiko, Fokiano, Augustiatis and Black Muscat, in addition to the classic Muscat grape.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It has been really rare that we&#8217;ve loved every wine from a single winery \u2014 until now. Our favourite by far was the <strong>ros\u00e9 wine &#8220;Pyramid&#8221;<\/strong>, which had an unmistakable rose aroma. Well chilled as a light summer wine, it is simply delicious!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Since we stocked up on Vakakis&#8217;s wines, we didn&#8217;t have to pay anything for the tasting \u2014 otherwise it would be 5 euros. <strong>Advance booking<\/strong> for a tasting is recommended, as the winery also welcomes bus tours and holiday groups in summer.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12584\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12584\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12584\" title=\"vakakis weine samos griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/vakakis-weine-samos-griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"vakakis weine samos griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12584\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The range of Vakakis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Vakakis winery sells four dry wines, two semi-dry varieties and three dessert wines. <strong>Bottle prices<\/strong> for the dry wines start at around \u20ac8 and go up to \u20ac14 for a dessert wine.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0; border-radius: 12px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n<div style=\"width: 42px; height: 42px; border-radius: 50%; background: #00aad9; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-top: .2rem;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83d\ude98<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 220px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.35; margin: 0;\"><strong>Best car rental deals for Samos<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; opacity: .9; margin: 6px 0 0;\">\u2713 Weekly rates from \u20ac239 on Samos<br \/>\n\u2713 Full coverage &amp; unlimited mileage included<br \/>\n\u2713 Free cancellation until 24h before pickup<br \/>\n\u2713 Best price guarantee via Discover Cars<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 6px 0 0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline; text-underline-offset: 2px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece\/samos?a_aid=GreeceMoments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> \u2192 Compare prices now* <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 12px; opacity: .75;\">*Partner: Discover Cars<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"karlovasi\">#4 An afternoon in Karlovasi<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The harbour town on the north coast with almost 7,000 inhabitants is the <strong>second largest city<\/strong> on Samos. With its five different districts, Karlovasi (also Karlovassi) can feel a little disjointed and may not win everyone over at first glance.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12631\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12631\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12631\" title=\"Karlovasi Samos Griechenland Urlaub Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Karlovasi-Samos-Griechenland-Urlaub-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten.jpg\" alt=\"Karlovasi Samos Griechenland Urlaub Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12631\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Karlovasi enchants at second sight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Nevertheless, it&#8217;s worth making a detour here for a coffee or an afternoon stroll to immerse yourself in everyday Greek life. Leaving behind the disused tanneries and tobacco factories of the unadorned Ormos district, you&#8217;ll enter the district behind the magnificent church of Agios Nikolaos in <strong>Neo Karlovasi<\/strong>. This is where the heart of the coastal town beats today.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12590\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12590\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12590\" title=\"platia valaskatzi neo karlovasi samos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/platia-valaskatzi-neo-karlovasi-samos.jpg\" alt=\"platia valaskatzi neo karlovasi samos\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12590\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The central square of Karlovasi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the lovely <strong>Platia Valaskatzi<\/strong>, caf\u00e9 bars line up one after another, and students make the most of their breaks with a cool Freddo Cappuccino. The town hall adjoins the square, and behind it lies an old residential neighbourhood with photogenic houses and alleyways.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Even more original architecture awaits you further west in <strong>Paleo Karlovasi<\/strong>. The focal point of the oldest district, founded in the 16th century, is the pretty church of Agia Triada, which is perched on a rocky outcrop above the port town.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12589\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12589\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12589\" title=\"paleo karlovasi samos agia triada\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/paleo-karlovasi-samos-agia-triada.jpg\" alt=\"paleo karlovasi samos agia triada\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12589\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View of Paleo Karlovasi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you&#8217;re a fan of street art, you should also plan a detour to the harbor district. In the <strong>Limenas Karlovasi<\/strong> district, creative graffiti and a cozy waterfront promenade where you can watch the boat traffic await you around many corners.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12588\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12588\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12588\" title=\"limena karlovasi samos hafen street art graffiti\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/limena-karlovasi-samos-hafen-street-art-graffiti.jpg\" alt=\"limena karlovasi samos hafen street art graffiti\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12588\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Artful street art at the harbor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At <em>Luigi Gelateria<\/em> Samos, you can get delicious Italian ice cream in the most tempting varieties. The friendly staff also offers other sweet treats, pies, cakes and more. We were in absolute ice cream heaven!<\/p>\n<h3>Excursion to Potami Waterfalls<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A great swimming spot near Karlovasi is <strong>Potami Beach<\/strong>, with its striking chapel of Agios Nikolaos. On the pebble beach, you can relax with a cool drink at the Hippis Beach Bar.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you walk from the beach into the shady river valley, you&#8217;ll reach a gorge via a footpath. Depending on the water level, you can continue by swimming through a natural pool to reach the Potami Waterfalls.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Most visitors stop at the first waterfall, but there are two more behind it \u2014 however, exploring them requires appropriate climbing experience. Bathing shoes are a good choice for the hike!<\/p>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo gm-maps-promo--compact gm-checklist-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Sommer-Packliste-Urlaub-Griechenland-Koffer.png\" alt=\"Greece Packing List\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Greece Packing List \u2013 What Goes in the Suitcase<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Our free packing list for your Greece holiday \u2013 print it out or save it to your phone.<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/holiday-checklist-greece\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To the Packing List for Greece \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"samosstr\u00e4nde\">#Best beaches in Samos<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We didn&#8217;t really find Samos to be a classic beach paradise \u2014 the island is more of an <strong>eldorado for active tourism<\/strong> than for beach holidays. Nevertheless, there are also numerous bays and organised beaches on Samos, most of which consist of coarser stones or gravel.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12600\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12600\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12600\" title=\"samos str\u00e4nde kies stein\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-str\u00e4nde-kies-stein.jpg\" alt=\"samos str\u00e4nde kies stein\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12600\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Many beaches in Samos have stony ground<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A few hidden gems are also covered with fine sand. The water is usually very clear along the coast, only in the east is more rubbish washed up by the ocean current. We tell you below which <strong>Samos beaches<\/strong> we particularly liked:<\/p>\n<h3>Mikro Seitani and Megalo Seitani<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Probably the two most <strong>dream beaches on Samos island<\/strong>, they can only be reached by boat or on foot. The two natural Samos beaches are located in the far northwest and feature fine sandy shores where the crystal-clear water sparkles turquoise blue.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In front of the mountain village of Kosmadei, a concrete track branches off down to the coast. You can only drive on it with an off-road vehicle or quad. You park your vehicle at a stopping bay and walk the last few kilometres to the two &#8220;Devil&#8217;s Beaches&#8221; with sturdy shoes.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 14px 18px; margin: 24px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Samos book tip:<\/strong> The Greek Islands travel guide from Lonely Planet contains many practical tips and hiking routes and was the perfect companion for us on the island. Order here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.de\/Lonely-Planet-Greek-Islands-Travel\/dp\/1837583269?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&amp;crid=29T4AJIK3P4RE&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hDOiqW_QE2BsuNP3PW20_3SXD4jEqfJqNtABTQk0GS5bprQKCGIaEGgggjxCko24JwYmToDur8AU3YGIVXmadHdRILpq7hyN2Uv0yeUQDIKn2k3hdiecNc9IUe3TEDI1FSdBC-H7DjAM_ubWQmsvEoumHO5ZaCwOASJSiR3f4UuIFHiu21EXw3IsQaio7e6KKdS9_KDk9LQx-Doa5Vw9nVDZ2Lk1pC9Apz-oYQWlbYM.XFJSCttkZpC3IC2By46ih0tkJiU-O7ubCZlyOVhCxLE&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=lonely+planet+greek+islands&amp;qid=1779089299&amp;sprefix=lonely+planet+greek+islands%2Caps%2C191&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=tomellamoment-21&amp;linkId=f7e4c1fcebc4dfc7a1a7790cada23121&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">View on Amazon*<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In summer, you will often come across <strong>wild campers and nudists<\/strong> at Megalo Seitani, who can shed their inhibitions here completely undisturbed. Megalo Seitani is only recommended to a limited extent for families with small children, as the waves can be very strong depending on wind conditions.<\/p>\n<h3>Psili Ammos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The name Psili Ammos (= fine sand) says it all. Tucked away in the far southwest of Samos behind Marathokampos lies this beautiful sandy beach, also known as <strong>Golden Beach<\/strong>. The long stretch of beach was already well frequented at the end of May, with parasols and sunbeds provided by the beach bars on site. Psili Ammos slopes pleasantly and gently into the clear sea, and its sheltered location also makes it a great choice for families with children.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12597\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12597\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12597\" title=\"samos str\u00e4nde psili ammos west\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-str\u00e4nde-psili-ammos-west.jpg\" alt=\"samos str\u00e4nde psili ammos west\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12597\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Golden sands at Psili Ammos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Livadaki Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The hidden bay with its turquoise blue water is located in the very northeast of Samos. The hip <strong>beach bar at Livadaki Beach<\/strong> offers a cozy lounge atmosphere and plenty of space to chill out.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The golden sandy beach slopes very gently into the sea and is therefore suitable for little ones too. Unfortunately, rubbish washes up in the bay from time to time, which is collected daily by the operators of the beach bar.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12598\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12598\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12598\" title=\"str\u00e4nde samos livadaki beach\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/str\u00e4nde-samos-livadaki-beach.jpg\" alt=\"str\u00e4nde samos livadaki beach\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12598\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The wind-protected bay of Livadaki<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The approach to Livadaki Beach is via a somewhat bumpy gravel road, which branches off shortly before the village of Agia Paraskevi. In our small car, we made it there and back safely at walking speed.<\/p>\n<h3>Lemonakia Beach<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the north, not far from Kokkari, lies this beautiful beach with smooth coarse pebbles and crystal clear water. In the height of summer, Lemonakia Beach gets very busy. Parasols and sunbeds are available for an additional fee. Showers and toilets are also on hand. Beach taverns serve cool drinks and snacks.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12599\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12599\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12599\" title=\"samos str\u00e4nde buchten\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-str\u00e4nde-buchten.jpg\" alt=\"samos str\u00e4nde buchten\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12599\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gorgeous beaches in Samos North<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At least as beautiful is the adjoining <strong>Tsamadou Beach<\/strong>. Here too, things get lively during the season and the pebble beach is well frequented. There is also a section where nudism is tolerated.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo gm-maps-promo--compact\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/karte-griechenland-google-maps-sehenswuerdigkeiten.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">All Samos tips at a glance<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Over 165 curated spots like beaches, restaurants, photo spots and insider tips directly on your smartphone.<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/samos-map\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Samos Map \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mytilinisamos\">#6 Stopover in Mytilene<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Inland, between Kokkari and Pythagorio, lies the village of Mytilene, which was once founded by inhabitants of the island of Lesbos. The third largest settlement on Samos has about 2,000 inhabitants and has so far remained largely undeveloped for tourism.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12602\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12602\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12602\" title=\"mytilini samos griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/mytilini-samos-griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"mytilini samos griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12602\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mytilene hides in the interior of Samos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A short stopover in the afternoon or evening is well worth it. In the centre of Mytilene, the <strong>tranquil Platia<\/strong> delights you with culinary treats. Under a huge plane tree you&#8217;ll find colourful raffia chairs where locals enjoy their Greek coffee and watch the children play.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We had a wonderful meal at the cozy <strong>Tavern To magazaki pou legame<\/strong> and enjoyed the authentic atmosphere of this charming Greek small town.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12633\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12633\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12633\" title=\"Insel Samos Restaurant Empfehlung Urlaub\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Insel-Samos-Restaurant-Empfehlung-Urlaub.jpg\" alt=\"Insel Samos Restaurant Empfehlung Urlaub\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12633\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Homemade food in the village square<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Curious animal encounters in the Natural History Museum<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the southern outskirts of Mytilene, you can embark on a journey into prehistoric times at the Paleontological Museum of Samos. History buffs will discover numerous fossil finds of mammal species from the island.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Among other things, bone finds of elephant species, giraffes, rhinoceroses and hyenas, which were native to the Asian-Indian continent millions of years ago, are impressive. Proof that the island of Samos was once connected to the mainland of Asia Minor.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12603\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12603\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12603\" title=\"kaplani von samos museum naturgeschichte \u00e4g\u00e4is\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/kaplani-von-samos-museum-naturgeschichte-\u00e4g\u00e4is.jpg\" alt=\"kaplani von samos museum naturgeschichte \u00e4g\u00e4is\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12603\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Chaplain of Samos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The most famous exhibit is the <strong>Kaplani of Samos<\/strong>. The leopard-like feline predator probably swam through the strait to the island in the 19th century and was killed there by hunters. Today, the Kaplani stands stuffed in a glass case and is the reason why numerous Greek visitors in particular stop by the natural history museum.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"pythagorio\">#7 In the alleys of Pythagorio<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We fell in love with the pretty harbour town in the south of Samos right away. Even though everything in Pythagorio is now geared towards tourism, you can still feel the <strong>original charm of the small town<\/strong>, which was built on the ruins of the ancient city of Samos.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12607\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12607\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12607\" title=\"pythagorio samos griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pythagorio-samos-griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"pythagorio samos griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12607\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pythagorio: Built on an ancient city<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Along the wide harbour pier it gets very busy. Dozens of taverns and caf\u00e9s compete for the attention of holidaymakers. Souvenir shops and craft stores have settled into the back streets.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12606\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12606\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12606\" title=\"pythagorio hafenmole samos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pythagorio-hafenmole-samos.jpg\" alt=\"pythagorio hafenmole samos\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12606\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">On the harbour promenade of Pythagorio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Before a long walk through the town, it&#8217;s worth taking a coffee break away from the hustle and bustle at the cozy <strong>Efzin Beach Cafe (\u0395\u03c5 \u0396\u03b7\u03bd)<\/strong>. With a cool Freddo Cappuccino and a sea view, you can relax and watch the activity along the shore.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Take your time to stroll through the picturesque alleys of Pythagorio. Many doorways and streets have been lovingly decorated, and colorful bougainvillea brightens every corner. During our visit in spring, magnificent oleanders were in bloom throughout the town.<\/p>\n<h3>Between history and modernity<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Particularly photogenic is the <strong>blue lane of Pythagorio<\/strong> (also called The Blue Street) in the far south, below the ruins of an old Byzantine church. The residents of this holiday resort have come up with plenty of creative ideas to attract visitors.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12605\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12605\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12605\" title=\"pythagorio gasse blue street samos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pythagorio-gasse-blue-street-samos.jpg\" alt=\"pythagorio gasse blue street samos\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12605\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Walk through the blue alley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Just behind it, the town tells its own story. The <strong>Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis<\/strong>, including its watchtower, was built during the Ottoman occupation around 1824. From the ruins of the freely accessible fortress, you have a magnificent view of the bay of Tigani.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12608\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12608\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12608\" title=\"burg Lykourgos Logothetis pythagorio samos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/burg-Lykourgos-Logothetis-pythagorio-samos.jpg\" alt=\"burg Lykourgos Logothetis pythagorio samos\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12608\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">In the footsteps of the past<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">By the way, from up here you can also watch the curious landing and take-off maneuvers of planes that touch down just a few meters above the beach at Samos Airport.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If your stomach starts growling after exploring the town and you&#8217;re in the mood for creative Greek cuisine, be sure to check out <strong>Restaurant Pergamonto<\/strong>. It serves delicious Mediterranean dishes and local craft beer in an idyllic setting.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 14px 18px; margin: 24px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Samos History Info:<\/strong> Until the middle of the 20th century, the place was actually called Tigani. It was not until around 1955 that the decision was made to rename the small town Pythagorio, in honour of the mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras, who was born on Samos. On the land bridge of the harbour pier you will also find a monument to the famous islander.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"eupalinostunnel\">#8 The Eupalinos Tunnel<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is always remarkable what mathematical and geometric knowledge people already possessed in pre-Christian times. The Eupalinos Tunnel was built around the 6th century BC and served as a <strong>water tunnel<\/strong>, probably remaining in operation for over 1,000 years.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It was built by the Greek engineer Eupalinos of Megara, after whom the structure was named. The completion of the tunnel took approximately 8\u201315 years, with around 15 cm of digging per day.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12626\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12626\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12626\" title=\"Samos Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten Eupalinos Tunnel Weltwunderjpg\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Samos-Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten-Eupalinos-Tunnel-Weltwunderjpg.jpg\" alt=\"Samos Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten Eupalinos Tunnel Weltwunderjpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12626\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Eupalinos Tunnel: An Ancient Wonder of the World<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Eupalinos Tunnel was built to <strong>supply water to the ancient city of Samos<\/strong>, which was once home to tens of thousands of people and is now the site of the popular resort of Pythagorio. In the 7th century AD, the aqueduct on the slope of Mount Kastri was likely abandoned.<\/p>\n<h3>A wonder of the ancient world<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Due to its age, the 1,036 m long tunnel is a real wonder of the world and a <strong>masterpiece of engineering<\/strong>. It bores through the massive rock of the Ampelos Mountains to a spring, which can be visited today on a tour (with advance reservation).<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12610\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12610\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12610\" title=\"eupalinos tunnel samos tour\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/eupalinos-tunnel-samos-tour.jpg\" alt=\"eupalinos tunnel samos tour\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tour of the Eupalinos Tunnel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Eupalinos Tunnel was open to visitors again when we visited at the end of May 2019. There are <strong>three tours<\/strong> on which you can visit different sections of the tunnel. At that time, a complete inspection to the end was only possible by appointment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We walked about 20 minutes to the halfway point of the tunnel and got a good insight into this ancient structure. It&#8217;s worth getting some basic information about the origin and former use of the Eupalinos Tunnel in advance, as the security staff only guide you through the tunnel without providing much additional information.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Anyone with <strong>claustrophobia<\/strong> should opt for the short 200 m inspection only, or skip the visit altogether. The height and width of the tunnel is only about 1.80 m, and it stays cool inside even in midsummer (bring your jacket!).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Due to the uneven and slippery surface, <strong>sturdy shoes<\/strong> are required. Construction helmets are provided as head protection.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Opening hours: Wed.\u2013Mon. 8:30 a.m. \u2013 3:30 p.m.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Admission: \u20ac10, reduced \u20ac5<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Panoramic view from the monastery complex<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You can breathe even more cool cave air at the Moni Spiliani Monastery. The well-kept complex is located just one kilometre east of the Eupalinos Tunnel and offers a <strong>fantastic view<\/strong> from the church square over the south coast of Samos and the neighbouring island of <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/fourni-sights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fourni<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12611\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12611\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12611\" title=\"panagia moni spiliani samos h\u00f6hlenkirche\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/panagia-moni-spiliani-samos-h\u00f6hlenkirche.jpg\" alt=\"panagia moni spiliani samos h\u00f6hlenkirche\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12611\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cooling off in the rock grotto of Moni Spiliani<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The highlight is the <strong>cave church of Panagia Spiliani<\/strong>, which lies in a cool grotto. On hot days, a short visit is a real blessing. Light a candle and leave a small donation for the monks. Appropriate clothing is important in the monastery complex, so it&#8217;s best to bring a large scarf or cloth to cover your shoulders and bare legs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Not far from the small complex is one of the most important ecclesiastical centres on Samos, the <strong>Timiou Stavrou Monastery<\/strong>. It is located in the mountains below the village of Mavratzei. The dome of the main church is striped blue and white \u2014 typical Samos. A real postcard motif!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12634\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12634\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12634\" title=\"Timiou Stavrou Kloster Samos Highlights\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Timiou-Stavrou-Kloster-Samos-Highlights.jpg\" alt=\"Timiou Stavrou Kloster Samos Highlights\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12634\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Monastery of Timiou Stavrou<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"heraionsamos\">#9 The Heraion of Samos<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">While history grouches will probably roll their eyes at a few loose stones, there&#8217;s actually plenty to discover at the <strong>largest archaeological excavation site<\/strong> on Samos.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Heraion of Samos, together with the city of Pythagorio, is part of the <strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong> and is one of the island&#8217;s most significant attractions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>famous sanctuary<\/strong> was dedicated to the Greek goddess Hera. She is considered a symbol of fertility, is the patron goddess of Samos and, according to tradition, was also born here.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12612\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12612\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12612\" title=\"heraion samos hera tempel kolona\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/heraion-samos-hera-tempel-kolona.jpg\" alt=\"heraion samos hera tempel kolona\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12612\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The landmark of the Heraion of Samos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At the site of the Heraion, about 7 km southwest of Pythagorio, you can see the remains of the <strong>great Temple of Hera<\/strong>, including a reconstructed column (colonna) that must once have stood twice as high.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">During our visit, the entire excavation site felt somewhat reclaimed by nature, and you need quite a bit of imagination to picture its former extent.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On a walk through the complex, we discovered the foundations of various temples, the ruins of an early Christian basilica and an ancient altar of Hera. Information boards in English and Greek provide further details about the individual features.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12613\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12613\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12613\" title=\"samos heraion heilige stra\u00dfe geneleos gruppe\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-heraion-heilige-stra\u00dfe-geneleos-gruppe.jpg\" alt=\"samos heraion heilige stra\u00dfe geneleos gruppe\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12613\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Geneleos Group along the Sacred Road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The well-preserved paved <strong>Holy Road<\/strong> is right at the entrance, once connecting the ancient city (Pythagorio) with the Heraion over a length of 6 km.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">To escape the midday heat, a visit to the Heraion of Samos in the early morning hours is recommended. Further excavations on the site are still ongoing, though they come to a standstill from time to time due to a lack of financial resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Opening hours: Wed.\u2013Mon. 8:30 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Admission: \u20ac10, reduced \u20ac5<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"makrini\">#10 Hike to the Cave Church of Panagia Makrini<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Far away from the tourist hustle and bustle, the <strong>village of Kallithea<\/strong> in the far west of Samos makes an ideal starting point for hikes in the mystical Kerkis Mountains.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Even with children it won&#8217;t be boring, because monks once built their hermitages in caves in the middle of the mountains, which are sure to awaken the urge to explore.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12615\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12615\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12615\" title=\"wandern samos panagia makrini\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/wandern-samos-panagia-makrini.jpg\" alt=\"wandern samos panagia makrini\" width=\"800\" height=\"571\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12615\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Panagia Makrini: Impressively built in a cave<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A particularly <strong>fascinating little church<\/strong> is the Panagia Makrini, which was built inside a huge cave. Equipped with a flashlight, you will discover ancient frescoes from the 14th century in the back of the church.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From the village of Kallithea, a farm road leads up to the white <strong>chapel of Agia Ekaterini<\/strong>. You can rest under a shady plane tree, and a mountain spring provides hikers with fresh water.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12616\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12616\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12616\" title=\"samos wandern agia ekaterini\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-wandern-agia-ekaterini.jpg\" alt=\"samos wandern agia ekaterini\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12616\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chapel of Agia Ekaterini in the middle of the forest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With an all-terrain vehicle, you can also drive up to this point, but the last kilometre on foot is a tough one. The climb is steep, yet the view from the forecourt of the cave church over the coast and the deep blue Aegean Sea more than makes up for the effort.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12627\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12627\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12627\" title=\"Samos Wanderungen Wei\u00dfe Kirche Panagia Makrini\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Samos-Wanderungen-Wei\u00dfe-Kirche-Panagia-Makrini.jpg\" alt=\"Samos Wanderungen Wei\u00dfe Kirche Panagia Makrini\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">An enchanted place on Samos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 14px 18px; margin: 24px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">\ud83d\udca1 For more <strong>information about the hike<\/strong> and the cave church of Panagia Makrini, check out our travel blogger tip published in the Boulevard Airport Magazine of Hanover Airport: <a href=\"https:\/\/dahajm.hannover-airport.de\/fernweh\/samos-wind-wellen-meer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Samos &#8211; Wind, Waves &amp; Sea<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you want to explore the island of Samos and its beautiful mountains on foot or by mountain bike with an <strong>active tour group<\/strong>, you can find more information in our article: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/samos-active-holiday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Active holidays in Samos<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Beautiful souvenirs from the island of Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On the way back from Kallithea to Pythagorio, it is worth making a <strong>detour over the mountains<\/strong> through the villages of Koumeika, Pyrgos and Koumaradei. In the latter, you can buy beautiful pottery and pretty souvenirs from the island.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12617\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12617\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12617\" title=\"koumaradei samos souvenirs\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/koumaradei-samos-souvenirs.jpg\" alt=\"koumaradei samos souvenirs\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12617\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Souvenir shopping in Koumaradei<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the shop <strong>&#8220;The Loom&#8221; in Koumaradei<\/strong>, we were served in a particularly friendly manner by two ladies who offer, among other things, textiles, jam, olive wood and many other beautiful souvenirs.<\/p>\n<h2>More Samos tips for your holiday<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"samostouren\">Guided tours in Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you don&#8217;t have your own vehicle on Samos and still want to get an overview of the island, then a guided tour might be the best option for you. You can book your <strong>day tour by bus<\/strong> from GetYourGuide*:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/samos-l32496\/samos-full-day-guided-island-bus-tour-t225648\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Samos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To the organised island tour*<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From the harbour in Pythagorio, traditional kaikis set off in season to the small <strong>Samiopoula Island<\/strong> south of Samos. The uninhabited island offers fantastic beaches and plenty of Greek charm. You can book the day trip by boat, including lunch, directly via GetYourGuide* here:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/samos-l32496\/samos-bootstour-mit-bbq-mittagessen-nach-samiopoula-t397083\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Samos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To the boat trip to Samiopoula*<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51152\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-51152\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/samos-l32496\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Banner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-51152 size-full\" title=\"Tours Greece Activities Get Your Guide Sailing\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Tours-Greece-Activities-Get-Your-Guide-Sailing.jpg\" alt=\"Tours Greece Activities Get Your Guide Sailing\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-51152\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">*Advertisement<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"tavernen\">Restaurant recommendations for Samos<\/h3>\n<p><strong>San Antonakak, Kosmadei<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A traditional tavern using local produce in the remote mountain village of Kosmadei. Host Stelios serves up hearty Greek home cooking on his cosy terrace beneath a vine-covered roof.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12618\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12618\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12618\" title=\"samos restaurants taverne san antonakak\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/samos-restaurants-taverne-san-antonakak.jpg\" alt=\"samos restaurants taverne san antonakak\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12618\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Quaint village atmosphere in the tavern San Antonakak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The atmosphere is authentic, and the panoramic view of Karlovasi and the mainland of Asia Minor is magnificent! Park your vehicle at the entrance to the village and then follow the signs to the taverna on foot.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More recommendations for cafes and restaurants in Samos<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Taverna Ydroussa, in Ydroussa<\/li>\n<li>Saloon, in Pyrgos<\/li>\n<li>Famprika Beach Bar, in Ormos Marathokambou<\/li>\n<li>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Want more restaurant tips for Samos?<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u2192 In our Google map you will find all recommended <strong>caf\u00e9s and tavernas in Samos<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/samos-map\/\">To the Samos Map<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"unterk\u00fcnfte\">Hotel tips for Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In addition to classic hotels for package holidaymakers, Samos also offers numerous <strong>accommodation options for independent travellers<\/strong>. The larger towns of Karlovasi, Kokkari and Pythagorio are great bases for exploring the island, with reliable bus connections as well.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you&#8217;re looking for peace and quiet away from the tourist hustle and bustle, the mountain villages also offer beautiful private accommodations, <strong>holiday homes and villas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u2192 On <em>Booking.com*<\/em> you will find many <strong>accommodation options in Samos<\/strong> and can check prices here:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/region\/gr\/samos.de.html?aid=1733645\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To beautiful hotels on the island*<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21672\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21672\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/region\/gr\/samos.de.html?aid=1733645\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21672 size-full\" title=\"Samos Booking Hotels Empfehlung\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Samos-Booking-Hotels-Empfehlung.jpg\" alt=\"Samos Booking Hotels Empfehlung\" width=\"800\" height=\"460\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21672\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Advertisement*<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Our hotel tips for Samos<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Below we&#8217;ve put together a personal selection of beautiful accommodations in Samos for your dream vacation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/kalidon-panorama.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kalidon Panorama Hotel, Kokkari*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/erato-karlovasi1.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Erato by Samian Mare, Karlovasi*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/ino-village.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ino Village Hotel, Samos Town*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/casa-cook-samos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Casa Cook (Adults only), Pythagorio*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Here we spent the night on Samos<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Proteas Blu Resort, Pythagorio<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The lovingly designed 5-star hotel complex is located just outside Pythagorio and offers modern rooms as well as a private beach, with a great view of the sea and the Asia Minor coast. In addition to classic hotel rooms, bungalows and suites with pools are also available. On Booking.com* you can find out more about the accommodation and book:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/proteas-bay.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To book at Proteas Blu Resort*<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"fortbewegung\">Getting around the island of Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The island of Samos measures about 44 km from west to east and about 19 km from north to south. Due to the <strong>mountainous terrain<\/strong>, a car or a quad from 150 cc is recommended. With a rental car you can explore the island on your own and visit so many beautiful places during your vacation. You can book your rental car with <em>Discover Cars<\/em>*:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece\/samos?a_aid=GreeceMoments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 Book your rental car here*<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Buses on Samos<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The public bus network of Samos connects the larger towns and beaches in the north as well as the airport and Pythagorio in the south. You can find current timetables here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samosin.gr\/getting-around-samos\/bus-schedules-of-samos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Bus Samos<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12629\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12629\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12629\" title=\"Samos Vathy Stadt F\u00e4hrverbindung Griechenland\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Samos-Vathy-Stadt-F\u00e4hrverbindung-Griechenland.jpg\" alt=\"Samos Vathy Stadt F\u00e4hrverbindung Griechenland\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12629\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The main town of Samos Town (Vathy)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"anreise\">Getting to the island of Samos<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The international <strong>airport of Samos (SMI)<\/strong> is located in the south of the island near Pythagorio. There are direct flights at least once a week from Munich, D\u00fcsseldorf and Hamburg to Samos. The flight time is approx. 3 hours 15 minutes. Skyscanner* shows an overview of all direct flights to Samos:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/2903017\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyscanner.de%2Ftransport%2Ffluge%2Fde%2Fsmi%2F%3Fadults%3D1%26adultsv2%3D1%26cabinclass%3Deconomy%26children%3D0%26childrenv2%3D%26destinationentityid%3D27547023%26inboundaltsenabled%3Dfalse%26infants%3D0%26outboundaltsenabled%3Dfalse%26preferdirects%3Dtrue%26preferflexible%3Dfalse%26ref%3Dhome%26rtn%3D0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To cheap flights to the island*<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12620\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12620\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12620\" title=\"flughafen samos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/flughafen-samos.jpg\" alt=\"flughafen samos\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12620\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The runway from the airport just behind the beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Alternatively, you can also arrive by <strong>ferry from Piraeus<\/strong>. The ferry journey takes about 8 hours. Samos has three ferry ports; Karlovasi and Vathy (Samos town) in the north are served by the ferry company Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u2192 Current <strong>ferry routes to Samos<\/strong> as well as to the neighboring islands of the North Aegean and the Dodecanese can be found here:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ferryhopper.com\/de\/destinations\/greece\/samos?aff_uid=grekmom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u27b2 To the ferry search with Ferryhopper*<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_61519\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-61519\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ferryhopper.com\/de\/destinations\/greece\/samos?aff_uid=grekmom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-61519 size-full\" title=\"griechische inseln f\u00e4hren buchen tipps ferryhopper\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/greek-islands-ferry-tickets-booking-ferryhopper.jpg\" alt=\"greek islands ferry tickets booking ferryhopper\" width=\"800\" height=\"371\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-61519\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">*Ad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Pythagorio in the south is served by the catamarans of Dodekanisos Seaways, which connect Samos with the <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/dodecanese-islands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dodecanese Islands<\/a>. This makes Samos a great island-hopping base for exploring other islands such as Ikaria, Patmos and Leros. More information about island hopping can be found here: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/island-hopping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Island hopping Greece<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Samos Youtube Video<\/h3>\n<p>Impressions of the island can be found in the video by Robert Polasek \u00a9 :<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/-gj9dFVkc9c\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 16px; padding: 24px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: system-ui, sans-serif;\">\n<p><strong style=\"margin-top: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.5em; text-align: center;\">*Support our blog Greece-Moments<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.1em; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; text-align: justify;\">In this post, you will find affiliate links marked with an asterisk (*). 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