Crystalline waters surrounded by emerald vegetation
Skopelos is the largest island of the Sporades, known for its emerald vegetation, its dramatic
scenery with high mountains and deep valleys and its beautiful beaches with clean crystalline
waters surrounded by pine trees. In those places where the island is not covered by forest,
you will find olive groves and plum trees that produce delicious fruit. With its traditional white
houses, large colorful bougainvilleas and flowerpots and a plethora of little churches hidden in
the dense forests, Skopelos is one of the Greek islands with very special character. It will
mesmerize you with its beauty as soon as you enter its harbour and the capital of the island,
built amphitheatrically in the heart of the bay, welcomes you.
Its lifestyle is characterized as tranquil and relaxed, suitable for families and couples with nice
walking and trekking routes and water sport activities. Renting a boat will allow you to discover
the numerous little bays and beaches that circle the island or even visit one of the neighboring
islands. Skopelos also sustains a culinary reputation, featuring a delightful local cuisine; it also
offers a discrete but sophisticated nightlife.
The recently screened Mamma Mia movie further enhanced the popularity of the island.
As Skopelos does not have an airport, you can fly to the neighboring island of Skiathos and pass
across by a 20 minutes hydrofoil or water taxi.
Alternatively, there are hydrofoils and ferries that arrive to Skopelos from Agios Konstantinos (a
port at 1h30minutes from Athens). The trip lasts approximately 2 hours.
