Sailing Holidays in
Astypalaia
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Located exactly where the Dodecanese meet the Cyclades, the island of Astypalaia boasts a centuries-old history, whitewashed villages and sun-drenched beaches. It is an island of significant historical heritage, wonderful traditional images, unparalleled natural beauty and home to very hospitable islanders.
With its greatly praised castle towering the picturesque Chora, 365 churches and monasteries dispersed all over and sandy beaches, it is one of the most beautiful island towns in the Aegean. Astypalaia – or Astropalia as the locals call their island in their dialect – is a lovely island never to be forgotten.
The island clusters of the Dodecanese and Cyclades, each of which have their own identifying characteristics, meet in Astypalaia to create a unique result. Once upon a time the castle of Astypalaia had a key used to lock the island's belles in and out of visitors’ reach.
Navigational Aids
Maltezana Harbor at Analipsi
The bay of Maltezana provides good shelter for N to SW winds but it is somewhat exposed to the SE. There is a small quay and you may, if there is room, be able to moor at its edge.
Dufour 365 Economy
Skala or Perigialos is a safe harbor but subject to violent gusts in a strong meltemi (the Etesians). A new breakwater extension provides secure berthing for around 6-8 yachts med moored to the quay.
Steno Bay
"Tou Mouggou"
Vathy Beach
It is a very closed bay that is more like a lake. It has two small settlements: Exo Vathy (at the entrance of the gulf) and Mesa Vathy which is at the edge of the gulf with a few trees, vineyards, fields.
Steno, as the local townspeople refer to it, divides Astypalaia into the eastern part known as the "Inner Island" and the western part known as the "Outer Island". The concrete road towards the "Inner Island" stretches past the successive beaches "Marmaria", "Steno", "Plakis" and the "Blue Limanaki" until it reaches Analypsi or Maltezana after a total of 9 Km.
Livadia is a coastal settlement located 2km southwest of Chora, the capital of Astypalea. The village lies in a fertile valley overlooking the beautiful bay.
It is one of the two islets South of Astypalaia. Its beaches are fantastic - you can reach them with the little excursion boats that depart daily from the port of Pera Gialos.
Kaminakia beach located in the southwest side of the island. Sandy with shallow and crystal clear waters.
Located inland, in the settlement or Maltezana Ascension, 10 km from the town. Sandy beach with tamarisk trees.
The beach of Agios Konstantinos is located on the southern side of Astypalea. The beach is actually a lovely, long and sandy cove with sparkling blue waters.
