Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Continuing west from Alyki, you'll pass
Thymonia Beach
before rising upwards to the
clifftop
Moni Arhangelou
( 9am-5pm)
, an Athonite dependency and working
nunnery, notable for its 400-year-old church (with some ungainly modern touches) and
stunning views of the sea. Those improperly attired will get shawled up for entry.
Heading west from here, watch out for the small dirt road to the left which leads to
Livadi Beach
, one of Thasos' most beautiful, with aquamarine waters ringed by cliffs
and forests, with just a few umbrellas set in the sand.
Mt Ypsario
HIKING
Potamia makes a good jumping-off point for climbing Thasos' highest peak, Mt Ypsario
(1204m). A tractor trail west from Potamia continues to the valley's end, after which ar-
rows and cairns point the way along a steep path upwards. The three-hour Ypsario hike is
classified as moderately difficult. You can sleep at the Ypsario Mountain Shelter by con-
tacting Leftheris of the
Thasos Mountaineering Club
( 6972198032)
to book and get
the key. The shelter has fireplaces and spring water, but no electricity.
Sleeping & Eating
There's less accommodation at Kinyra and Alyki than at Hrysi Ammoudia (Golden
Beach) and Skala Potamia, and there's no accommodation on Paradise Beach.
Domatia Vasso
PENSION $
( 25930 31534, 6946524706; Alyki; r €50; )
Just east of Alyki's bus stop on the main
road, look for the big burst of flowers and sign pointing up the drive to this relaxing set
of eight self-catering domatia run by friendly Vasso Gemetzi and daughter Aleka.
There's a relaxing outdoor patio with tables and cooking space. Kids stay free. A minim-
um two-night stay is required.
Thassos Inn
HOTEL $
( 25930 61612;
www.thassosinn.gr
;
Panagia; s/d from €40/60)
Just follow the sound of rush-
ing spring water to this rambling and traditionally renovated hotel by the church, with
great views of Panagia's slate-roofed houses. The welcoming owners Toula and Tasos are
full of information about the area. It's also a good choice for hikers who want to be close
to the trailhead leading into the mountains.
Hotel Kamelia
HOTEL $
