About Alonissos
Alonissos is the most remote and unspoiled of the Sporades islands, and the gateway to the National Marine Park of the Northern Sporades — the largest marine protected area in Europe. The park protects the endangered Mediterranean monk seal, along with dolphins, rare seabirds, and pristine marine ecosystems. The old village (Chora), perched on a hilltop with panoramic views, was rebuilt after a 1965 earthquake and has become an artists' colony with stone houses, studios, and excellent tavernas. For yacht charter guests, Alonissos offers the most pristine sailing waters in Greece and the chance to encounter monk seals and dolphins in their natural habitat.
National Marine Park
The largest marine protected area in Europe — home to monk seals, dolphins, and pristine ecosystems.
Monk Seals
One of the best places in the world to spot the endangered Mediterranean monk seal.
Old Village (Chora)
Hilltop artists' colony with stone houses, panoramic views, and excellent tavernas.
Pristine Waters
The most crystal-clear water in Greece — visibility exceeds 40 metres in the marine park.
Best Time to Visit
June to September. The marine park is best explored in calm conditions.
Recommended Yachts
Sailing yachts are ideal for the marine park — the slow pace and quiet approach suit the protected environment. Catamarans offer comfortable exploration of the remote anchorages.
Anchorages & Marinas
Where to moor your yacht at Alonissos
Patitiri
portMain port with good facilities. The commercial centre of the island.
Steni Vala
portSmall fishing harbour on the east coast. Home to the monk seal rehabilitation centre.
Agios Dimitrios
bayBeautiful bay on the west coast with a pebble beach and a taverna.
Peristera Island
bayUninhabited island in the marine park with pristine anchorages and an ancient shipwreck.
Beaches
The best swimming spots at Alonissos
Agios Dimitrios
Yacht accessPebble beach on the west coast with crystal-clear water and a beach bar.
Chrisi Milia
Yacht accessThe only sandy beach on Alonissos — golden sand surrounded by pine trees.
Leftos Gialos
Yacht accessBeautiful pebble beach with turquoise water and a taverna.
Kokkinokastro
Yacht accessRed cliff beach on the south coast — dramatic scenery and ancient ruins.
Restaurants
Where to eat at Alonissos
Astrofegia
Modern Greek$$$Chora restaurant with creative dishes and panoramic sunset views.
Hayati
Mediterranean$$$Atmospheric Chora restaurant in a restored stone house with garden dining.
To Kamaki
Seafood$$Patitiri harbour taverna with the freshest fish.
Eleonas
Traditional Greek$$Olive grove restaurant between Patitiri and Chora with home-cooked food.
Things to Do
The best experiences at Alonissos
Sail the Marine Park
adventureCruise through the National Marine Park, keeping watch for monk seals, dolphins, and rare seabirds.
Dive at Peristera shipwreck
adventureExplore the ancient shipwreck near Peristera island — one of the most important underwater archaeological sites in Greece.
Visit the Chora
cultureWalk the stone streets of the hilltop old village, browse the art studios, and dine with sunset views.
Snorkel in the marine park
adventureThe water clarity in the marine park is extraordinary — snorkel over seagrass meadows and rocky reefs.
Monk seal centre
cultureVisit the MOm rehabilitation centre at Steni Vala to learn about monk seal conservation.
Insider Tip from Our Captains
Anchor at Peristera island and snorkel over the ancient shipwreck — you can see the amphora cargo clearly from the surface. Then sail to Steni Vala for dinner at a harbour taverna.
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