Sailing Holidays in
Syros
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Syros’ exquisite capital, Ermoupolis, is not only the capital of the island itself but also of Cyclades since it has been the first important trade and industrial center of the country in the 19th century. Ermoupolis is full of Venetian and neoclassical buildings which make it one of the most striking towns of the country.
Located between Paros and Tinos, this island possesses an unspoiled landscape with traditional villages as well as excellent local cuisine. The best beaches are to be found in the south and the west and will simply delight you -Vori, Foinikas, Yalissos and Kini, as well as Possidonia (Dellagrazia).
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Finikas Harbor at Foinikas
Finikas is a favorite harbor while crossing the Aegean. It combines excellent shelter with a convivial place to re-provision.
Dufour 455 Economy
Ermoupolis or Hermoupolis is a large commercial harbor part of a sizable town. The harbor has an uncomfortable swell during the meltemi (the Etesians) (the Etesians) season and there are always the annoying wakes of the ferries.
Syros Marina at ErmoupoliSyros Marina is situated in the center of the Cyclades sailing area. It is located south of the commercial harbor and about 20 minutes walk from Ermoupolis city.
Finikas or Phoenicas is a favorite anchorage while crossing the Aegean. It combines excellent shelter with a convivial place to re-provision.
Apollo Municipal theate at ErmoupoliThe Apollo Municipal theater of Ermoupolis was built in 1864. It is located on Miaouli square, in the center of Ermoupoulis, and is a miniature replica of La Scala in Milan.
Industrial Museum of SyrosThe industrial museum of Syros is located next to the neoclassical buildings of Ermoupoli, close to the industrial zone. Visitors can see pictures of local painters depicting the island in the 19th century, products of the women’s association from the early 20th century and a digital representation of public and industrial buildings.
Agia Barbara Church at KiniThe Monastery of Santa Barbara was founded in 1900. The complex includes one of the best organized orphanages for girls.
Achladi Anchorage at Vari
Lia Beach at Ai MichalisBeach Lia is the ideal place for solitary swimmers and for those wishing to relax in an atmosphere of calmness and discretion. Of course is not organized; no umbrellas, no taverns, only the sea and the sun.
Going northwards from Delfini you will find the beach of Megas Lakos, an ideal place for solitary swimmers and for those wishing to relax in an atmosphere of calmness and discretion. Of course it is not organized.
The beach of Poseidonia or Della Grazia is situated in front of the homonymous famous summer resort, at a distance of approximately 13 kilometers southwestern to Hermoupolis. Several alternatives for accommodation and other facilities are available in the settlement and swimming within a lovely environment is really a pleasure.
The sandy beach of Santorinioi is found at a distance of 5-6 kilometers southern to Hermoupolis, at the eastern coast of the island, on a deviation from the way from Azolimnos to Vari. Facilities for accommodation and other services are available in the neighboring resorts of Azolimnos or Vari.
The beach is located in the settlement of Megas Gialos in the south of the island and 12 km from Ermoupoli. It is an organised spotless beach with trees that reach down to the shore.
Megali Agali is on the desert island Gaidaros or Fanari, opposite Hermoupolis. It is a deserted yet beautiful beach which stretches under the most ancient lighthouse of the Aegean Sea.
Going northwards from Delfini you will find the beach of Marmari, an ideal place for solitary swimmers and for those wishing to relax in an atmosphere of calmness and discretion. Of course it is not organized.
The tiny beach of Lotos, in front of the small homonymous settlement southern to Kini, is situated at a distance of 10 kilometers western to Hermoupolis. This sandy and pebbly beach is not organized at all, but is very close to Kini which offers any kind of facilities.
Going northwards from Delfini you will find the beach of Grammata, an ideal place for solitary swimmers and for those wishing to relax in an atmosphere of calmness and discretion. Of course is not organized; no umbrellas, no taverns, only the sea and the sun.
Beautiful, small, sandy beach, located 15 kilometers southwest of Ermoupolis and 1 kilometer south of the beach Agathopes. The beach is small with crystal clear waters surrounded by olive and cypress trees.
Kokkina beach is situated to the south-west of Ermoupoli town, close to Foiniki village. It is one of the lesser known beaches, a remote beach basically ideal for those who love peace and quiet.
The sandy beach Agathopes located 14 kilometers southwest of Ermoupoli, one kilometer from the Posidonia (Delagratsia), opposite the islands Shinonisi and Round. Using the same beach and seals Monachus monachus-spring to nest in a welcoming and safe sandy beach.
The sandy beach of Ambela is situated within a small cove close to Megas Gialos, at a distance of 12,5 kilometers far from Hermoupolis at the Southwest. It is a pretty secluded beach with nice sand and shade from trees, well protected from the northern winds.
The tiny secluded beach of Armeos is very close to Galissas at the south of it, just below the country church of Aghia Pakou. It is situated at a distance of some 10 kilometers southwestern to Hermoupolis.
There are four beaches in Ermoupoli which combine all the needed tourist facilities with the urban characteristics of the town. Visitors, after their swimming, can enjoy a meal or a coffee at one of the many taverns and cafes.
The sandy beach of Delfini (“dolphin” in Greek) is a wonderful beach with a unique exotic atmosphere, situated almost at the middle of the western coast of the island, northern to Kini, from which it is some 2 kilometers far away. The distance from Hermoupolis is some 11 kilometers to the Northwest.
The tiny beach of Fabrika is found at a distance of 9 kilometers southern to Hermoupolis, within the well protected cove at the southeast of Vari. The place has been named after the old industry that operated there during the period of the industrial flourish of the island.
The sandy beach of Foinikas is extended along the homonymous summer resort, within a small cove well protected from the “meltemia” (northern summer winds. It is situated some 11 kilometers southwestern to Hermoupolis.
The long sandy beach of Galissas is extended in front of the homonymous popular and cosmopolitan resort situated at a distance of 9 kilometers southwestern to Hermoupolis. The settlement offers many alternatives for accommodation and high level facilities to the visitors and swimmers.
The beach of Kini is extended along the homonymous tourist resort situated at a distance of 9 kilometers western to Hermoupolis. The settlement offers many alternatives for accommodation and other high quality services and a wonderful environment to those who choose the place for swimming or for a longer staying.
Small sandy beach that can be seen as an extension of Delfini Beach. From Delfini starts a path that leads to this secluded pristine beach.
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