At the furthest point of the Sporades Cluster, lazily perched, there is a real hideaway; the untouched island of Alonnisos! The lush green and the beautiful beaches, form an earthly paradise! The name of Alonnisos is inevitably linked to its National Marine Park, created in the wider sea area to protect the Monachus Monachus seals, as well as various kinds of fish, dolphins, whales and rare birds.

Alonnisos heart beats in the popular Patitiri. The village has no particular architectural character. However, the landscape of the small creek will astonish you! It is worth paying a visit to EURONATURE Information Centre for Environmental Protection. In Patitiri you will find many taverns and café/bars where you can relax while gazing at the serene view of the harbor with the moored fishing boats and sailboats. From the port, there are boats and tourist boats which make trips to the beaches of Alonnisos; especially to those which are difficult to access, to the islands of the Marine Park, as well as to Skiathos and Skopelos.

One of the most atmospheric parts of the island is undoubtedly the old capital; Old Village or Chora, which is built on a hill, offering disarming views. There, time seems to have stopped! The ruins of the medieval castle, the traditional houses, the cobbled streets, the old windmills, the forgotten floors and the quaint churches promise a magical journey into bygone eras! Major attractions are the Churches of Christ, Agios Athanasios and Agios Georgios. In the Old Village, you will find taverns and cafés with stunning views; especially at sunset time or full moon nights. If you love exploring, you should visit the picturesque Church of Agioi Anargyroi, following a heavenly journey, full of pines!

Continue your navigation to Alonnisos with a tour of the marvelous fishing villages of the island. Within walking distance from Patitiri you will find the idyllic Votsi. The natural harbor surrounded by cliffs and colorful moored boats compose an image that seems to have sprung from a painting! Equally attractive is the seaside village of Steni Vala. To get there, follow a magnificent route which crosses verdant pine forests and olive groves!

A unique experience is the tour to the deserted islands of the Marine Park. The heavenly beaches, the impressive sea caves and the reveling nature will take you to a magical world! Indeed, if you're lucky, you may encounter the lovely Mediterranean Monachus Monachus seals! In Gioura, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the wild natural beauty of the place, and also to see the famous cave of the Cyclops. In Kyra Panagia or Pelagonisi, you will see the homonymous monastery, as well as the safe anchorages of Agios Petros and Planitis which used to be pirates’ bases. In Peristera or Xiro, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a swim at amazing beaches with beautiful waters. In Skatzoura you will see the famous monastery of Evagelistria; Monastery of the Annunciation. In the volcanic Psathoura, your attention will be spurred by the high lighthouse.

Besides its unpretentious beauty, Alonnisos is famous for its events. It is worth attending the representation of threshing in mid-July, the Fishing Night at the end of July and the Alonnisos wedding representation in mid-August.

In this alternative island, nature unfolds its most beautiful secrets, in a place which is an ideal destination for nature and alternative vacation lovers!