Παραλίες Ικαρίας ikaria beaches mesakit

THE 5 BEST BEACHES IN IKARIA

Seychelles

Seychelles is perhaps the most beautiful and exotic beach of the island, and for many, of the Aegean in general. Its landscape is reminiscent of exotic paradises, as its name suggests. The beach was recently created after a rockslide, caused by a landslide for the opening of a tunnel-road to the village of Manganitis.

Once there, you will be impressed by the unique blue waters, the sandy beach and the small pebbles that create a tropical setting. The beauty of the landscape is complemented by the huge granite rocks that surround the beach and the hidden caves waiting to be explored.

The Seychelles is the ideal beach for young people and couples. Although accessing the beach is not very time-consuming, it does require caution. You can leave your car in an outdoor parking lot on the main road and then walk about 10 minutes down a rough downhill path.


Mesacte

Mesakti beach is one of the best on the island, combining an extensive golden sandy beach and crystal clear turquoise waters (when it is oil). During the summer months, it is organized with umbrellas and sunbeds.

It attracts visitors for surfing (when there is a wave) but is ideal for families with young children. Apart from swimming, you can enjoy a snack or a cold drink at the beach bar located along the beach, enjoying the view from the chapel of the Ascension located at the edge of the coast.

Access to Mesakti beach is easy, not requiring much walking. After leaving your car on the main road, you will need to descend a few steps or some downhill to reach the beach.


St George

In Ikaria, at the northeastern end of the island, is the beach of Agios Georgios or Ai Giorgis.

The beach of Agios Georgios is sandy and has crystal clear waters to swim in peace and quiet, as it is not particularly crowded. After your swim you can take a walk to the nearby chapel of Agios Georgios, from which the beach takes its name.


Kampos

Kampos beach is considered one of the largest and most comfortable beaches on the island. The coastline is adorned with white sand mixed with fine pebbles. The sea is relatively shallow and warm, with a stunning turquoise hue.

In the eastern part of the beach there is a river delta, which originates from the mountains that surround the village. It forms picturesque small lakes surrounded by a green landscape.


Trapalu

It is a small village in the south of the island near Karkinagri, which has a small harbour and a homonymous beach that stretches next to it. Above the harbour there is a tavern offering snacks.

The beach has pebbles and sand. Although it is not organized, it offers a unique tranquility for lovers of unspoilt nature, as it is not very well known to the world.

Arriving at the beach, you can admire the stunning mountains!

For access to the area, there is sea transport by boat and a dirt road that connects the village with Karkinagri and Manganitis.

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Ikaria's Festivities 2024

Below are listed the festivals of Ikaria for 2024, divided by month for easier search and planning.

March

  • 25 March of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary at Mavrianos

May

  • 5 May of Agia Irini in Kampos
  • 14 May of St. Isidore in Agios Isidoros (Pezzi)
  • 21 May of Agios Konstantinos & Eleni at Avlaki
  • 21 May of Saints Constantine and Helen at Mavrato

June

  • 8 June - Armenistis
  • 13 June Fitema (Postponed due to heat)
  • 23 June Holy Spirit Tragostasi (Castanies) - Mobile Feast
  • 23 June of Pentecost (Holy Trinity) in Neia (Kionio) - Mobile Feast
  • 24 June of St. John the Baptist in St. John (Christ of Rachon)
  • 29 June of the Holy Twelve Apostles in Pezzi
  • 30 June - Trapalu
  • 30 June All Saints' Day in Druitsoula - Mobile Feast

July

  • 1 July of Agioi Anargyroi in Karavostamos
  • 1 July of Agioi Anargyron in Therma
  • 7 July of Agia Kyriaki in Fless
  • 8 July - Proespera
  • 13 July - Agios Dimitrios
  • 14 July - All-day feast of Agios Diagoras at Pezi (Agii Apostoli)
  • 15 July of Saints Juliet & Kirykos in Exo Slagia
  • 17 July of Agia Marina in Arethusa - Celebration of the Liberation of Ikaria
  • 17 July of Agia Marina in Katafygi
  • 17 July of Agia Marina & Anniversary of the Ikarian Revolution in Agios Kirikos
  • 20 July of Prophet Elias in Proph. Elias (Kares)
  • 20 July of Prophet Elias in Pigi
  • 20 July of Prophet Elias in Glaredo
  • 20 July of Prophet Elias in Milippo
  • 26 July of Agia Paraskevi in Karkinagri
  • 26 July of Agia Paraskevi in Petropouli
  • 26 July of Agia Paraskevi in Xylosirti
  • 26 July of Saint Friday in Perdiki
  • 27 July of Agios Panteleimon in Agios Polycarpos
  • 27 July of Agios Panteleimon in Pheidos (Avlaki)
  • 27 July of Agios Panteleimon in Agios Panteleimon

August

  • 4 August in Daphne
  • 6 August Metamorphosis of the Saviour in Christ of Rachon
  • 6 August of the Metamorphosis of the Saviour in Kalamos
  • 6 August of the Metamorphosis of the Saviour in Frantato
  • 6 August of the Metamorphosis of the Saviour in Stavlos
  • 6 August of the Metamorphosis of the Saviour in Oxe
  • 6 August of the Metamorphosis of the Saviour in Christ St. Kirykos
  • 8 August in Mandria
  • 8 August in Kossoikia
  • 10 August in Amalou
  • 10 August at Steli (Platani)
  • 10 August in Faros
  • 11 August of Agios Fanourios (Fish Festival) in Avlaki
  • 13 August at Manganitis
  • 13 August at Fles (Wine Festival)
  • 15 August of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Yaliskari
  • 15 August of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary at Kouniados
  • 15 August Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Lagada
  • 15 August Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Akamatra
  • 15 August in Karavostamos
  • 15 August of the Assumption of the Theotokos in Panagia
  • 15 August Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Kampa (Xylosirti)
  • 15 August Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Perdiki
  • 15 August Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Monocampi
  • 20 August at Vrakades
  • 20 August in Evdilos
  • 23 August in Kastanies
  • 27 August of Agios Fanourios in Marathos
  • 27 August of Agios Fanourios in Agios Panteleimon
  • 29 August of St. John the Fasting in Proespera
  • 29 August of St. John the Fasting in Mavrato

September

  • 8 September the Birthday of the Virgin Mary in Slagia
  • 8 September the Birthday of the Virgin Mary in Kerame Agios Kirykos
  • 17 September of Agia Sophia in Kampos
  • 17 September of St. Sophia in Monocampi
  • 20 September of Agios Efstathios at the chapel of St. Stathis above Arethousa (mountain)

October

  • 20 October of St. Matrona in Oxe
  • 26 October of Agios Dimitrios at Agios Dimitrios

It is worth noting that many festivals do not take place every year for various reasons or may change dates.

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