Kaoumithi Beach at Molos
Exploring Hydra Sailing Holidays area
Right after the Molos bay comes the beach of Kaoumithi, located on the edge of an area full of pine trees. The combination of the sight of trees and crystal blue waters compose a magical landscape, ideal for total relaxation and tranquility. The beach with the thick sand remains unorganized and doesnt provide any tourism services. One can reach it either through water (means) or on foot, following the promenade of Hydra to the south for about 1 hour.
Navigational Aids
The harbor of Hydra is always very crowded in high season and is best avoided at that time. Early spring is the best time to visit, when it is usually possible to moor either on the south quay or the inside of the north breakwater (where, however, it shallows as you go further in).
Bavaria 42 Cruiser Economy
Mardraki is an attractive anchorage less than a mile East of Hydra Harbor. It is exposed, however, to the North Anchor in 3-6 m over sand, weed, and mud.
The Monastery of Dormition (Kimisi Theotokou), stands the middle of the quayside in Hydra's port. It was founded around 1645, based on the plans of Venetian and Genoese architects.
Lagoudera, the previous name of Omilos bar-restaurant, was one of the most famous restaurants in Greece, visited by many international celebrities, such as, The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Jackie Kennedy, Maria Callas and Aristotelis Onassis. It is situated in an excellent location, with amazing sea views and atmosphere.
Sinialo is a stylish cafe facing the port of Hydra. It serves coffee, drinks, snacks and a few traditional desserts.
Spilia beach is a continuation of the pier of Hydra and one can reach there on foot from the town moving to the west. The beach consists of rocks, but because of its position it has always a lot of people who enjoy diving in crystal waters.
A large pebbled beach is located at the east of the island and specifically under the namesake mountain called Klimaki, where very few private owned holiday homes have been built. The beach is not organized so be well prepared, taking with you some supplies.
On the east of the island we meet the deserted and unorganized beach of Nisiza, situated in a cove below Mountain Eros or Klimaki. The area is full of pine trees.
In short distance from the port, at the left side of it, it is situated the beach of Mandraki, which in the past used to be the military port of the island. Located within a small close cove, Mandraki is the best organized beach of Hydra.
After the Palamida beach, the crystal clear waters of the beach of Molos follow next. It is a deserted area that offers visitors peace, tranquility and relaxation.
Palamida is a rare beach, located at the south of Vlicho following a dirt track for 20 minutes and after crossing a stone bridge dating from the 17th century. Visitors of this beach might be all alone on this beach with the clear water.
Beyond the Vlicho's port, one will find the seaside village Plakes Vlichou. In front lies the organized beach with crystal clear waters, the hotel, the cafe and the restaurant.
The Vlicho beach is located at the west of Hydra and you can get there on foot or by sea. The beach has gray pebbles, blue waters and its landmark is the church of Agios (St.
Next to Megalo Kamini lies a small and beautiful beach, the Mikro Kamini. This is a pebbled and organized beach, ideal for small children as the water is not deep but for every kind of water sports too.
A particular picturesque fishing port is the large unorganized Kamini beach just 20 minutes from the town of Hydra. Ideal place to stay overnight as there are many accommodations or to just enjoy the authentic traditional cuisine at the surrounding restaurants.
Avlaki beach is a nice place to swim next to Hydroneta and near the town of Hydra. There is no sand or a large beach to spread your towel, but a small mole has been created for this purpose.
Enjoy your swim and diving under the castle's cannons. The beach of Hydronetta is next to the one of Spilia and one can reach it by walking west from the town of Hydra.
The beach of Agios Nikolaos is well organized and has pebbles and clear water. It is located on the west coast of Hydra and specifically southwest, with slopes full of pines, which in some places reach the sea.
