In brief
A complex of small islands with golden beaches at the edge of the Cyclades, that attracts all those who wish to discover the other side of the Aegean.
These are the three little islands south east of Naxos, Pano Koufonisi, Kato Koufonisi and Keros.
General Information
One of the smaller islands in the neighborhood of Naxos, with a lot of beaches. It's quiet and you can see it in no time. The sandy beaches are indeed exceptional and the crystal clear waters are more than clear! A particular large beach in the east, which is in a lagoon, is a worthy visit and a remarkable scenic!
Koufonissia is a nice island to visit for a couple of days, a fine place to relax, calm down and enjoy sun, sand and sea. When you arrive there, you come across the windy climate that dominates the Aegean; yet it’s an escaping place. It’s a place you can visit and explore within a day or two, because it’s small but also quite pretty. Walks along the coastline are very beautiful experience; you get to see lots of rocks, shaped and huge ones and crystal, turquoise waters all around!
A complex of small islands with golden beaches at the edge of the Cyclades, that attracts all those who wish to discover the other side of the Aegean.
These are the three little islands south east of Naxos, Pano Koufonisi, Kato Koufonisi and Keros.
General Information
One of the smaller islands in the neighborhood of Naxos, with a lot of beaches. It's quiet and you can see it in no time. The sandy beaches are indeed exceptional and the crystal clear waters are more than clear! A particular large beach in the east, which is in a lagoon, is a worthy visit and a remarkable scenic!
Koufonissia is a nice island to visit for a couple of days, a fine place to relax, calm down and enjoy sun, sand and sea. When you arrive there, you come across the windy climate that dominates the Aegean; yet it’s an escaping place. It’s a place you can visit and explore within a day or two, because it’s small but also quite pretty. Walks along the coastline are very beautiful experience; you get to see lots of rocks, shaped and huge ones and crystal, turquoise waters all around!
Look for a beach that you favor, then lie down and start reading your summer book – the magical ambiance takes care of the rest, while you enjoy a “highlight”! You can always dip into the water to cool down and make a pleasant swim; it’s equally rejuvenating!
In the night you can hear the waves rolling on to the beach, setting the most romantic atmosphere… A wonderful time to enjoy a quiet evening by the beach, listening to wavy music and drinking a couple of ouzo's.....well, it’s a purely Aegean picture!
In the night you can hear the waves rolling on to the beach, setting the most romantic atmosphere… A wonderful time to enjoy a quiet evening by the beach, listening to wavy music and drinking a couple of ouzo's.....well, it’s a purely Aegean picture!
Koufonissia’s only settlement extends behind the ferry quay and around the pretty harbour filled with the island’s fishing flotilla. The older part of town, the Hora, is on the low hill behind the quay. There are few facilities in Hora.
Koufonissia is blessed with some outstanding beaches and a wild coastal landscape of low sand dunes punctuated by rocky coves and caves. The dunes are covered in with flowers and hardy shrubs.
Koufonissia is blessed with some outstanding beaches and a wild coastal landscape of low sand dunes punctuated by rocky coves and caves. The dunes are covered in with flowers and hardy shrubs.
Sightseeing
Hora is the only village on the island, and here there are pretty little churches, an art gallery and a few shops. Apart from that, there is not much to see, except the beautiful surroundings.
Pano Koufonissi
Pano Koufonisi consists of a small settlement on its southeast side. Excavations have brought to light another construction on the island's southern end with Hellenistic and Roman ruins. In recent years, the settlement has attracted many tourists because of its golden, sandy beaches.
Pano Koufonisi consists of a small settlement on its southeast side. Excavations have brought to light another construction on the island's southern end with Hellenistic and Roman ruins. In recent years, the settlement has attracted many tourists because of its golden, sandy beaches.
Kato Koufonissi
A caique ride away, Kato Koufonissi has beautiful beaches and a lovely church. Archeological diggings on Keros, the large lump of rock that looms over Koufonissia to the south, have uncovered over 100 Early Cycladic figurines, including the famous harpist and flautist now on display in Athens archeological museum. There are no guides at the site.
A caique ride away, Kato Koufonissi has beautiful beaches and a lovely church. Archeological diggings on Keros, the large lump of rock that looms over Koufonissia to the south, have uncovered over 100 Early Cycladic figurines, including the famous harpist and flautist now on display in Athens archeological museum. There are no guides at the site.
Keros
Keros offers plenty of archeological findings as well as magical sunrise views and stunning moonlighting scenes for visitors to enjoy.
Beaches
A walk around the south coast is the nicest way to access the island’s finest beaches. The road extends a couple of kilometers from the eastern end of the town beach to Harokopou (Finikas), Parianos, Platia Punta Italida), Pissina and Fanos beaches. However, the best beaches and swimming places are farther along the path that follows the coast from Fanos to the superb stretch of sand at Pori. Pori can also be reached by an inland road that heads east from the crossroads to Hora.
Useful Information
How to get there
By sea from Piraeus
Piraeus Port Authority: +30 2104226000-4, +30 2104114005
By sea from Piraeus
Piraeus Port Authority: +30 2104226000-4, +30 2104114005
Useful Telephone numbers
Pano Koufonissi,
Dialing code: +30 22850
Commune Office: 71379
Police: 71375
Port Authority: 71438
Health Center: 71370
http://www.koufonisia.gr
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