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The harbour of Skala
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View from Milos towards Skala. Aegina island in the background
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The beach of Dragonera
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The private island of Aponissos
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Mariza
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Halkiada beach
Agistri or Angistri is the smallest of the inhabited Argo-Saronic islands with an area of 13 square kilometers. Partly because of its size, but also its natural beauty, it is an inviting retreat from where you can rest and recuperate from the pressures of everyday life.
The island is beloved of many staying visitors who return every year to spend their precious holiday. Although the population grows from the resident 700 to over 4,000 during the summer months it retains its slower pace. The main attractions being the natural surroundings, the beaches and the friendly tavernas which serve traditional Greek dishes.
Official website of the island of Agistri: www.agistri.gr
Click here for Information about the neighbouring island Aegina.
The boats to Agistri call at two harbours on the island. The first is at the small village of Skala on the eastern side which is where many of Agistri's tavernas and hotels are located. The second harbour stop at the north of the island is at Megalochori which means 'large village' and is alternatively known as Milos. This is the main settlement of the island and visitors will find shopping opportunities with a variety of souvenir shops and supermarkets. There are tavernas and bars eager to satisfy your urge for a cool drink and a traditional Greek lunch.
Most day-visitors will limit their encounter with Agistri to time spent at either Skala or Milos. If you walk between these two harbour villages then you will surely find your perfect beach spot. The coast here is both sandy and pebbly with plenty of beds with bars and cafes. The friendly waiters will happily bring you snacks and drinks as you recline in front of their establishment right by the sea.
Travel off the beaten track......
However, there are a number of other beautiful villages and beaches which are interesting to explore if you are willing to rent a bike or car. These include the inland village of Limenaria where you will find a small number of tavernas nestled within this picturesque spot. Other beaches and swimming spots worth a visit are found at Dragonera, Aponnisos, Mareza, and Skliri. Some are more isolated but worth the effort to visit for their quiet calmness.
Dragonera
If you follow the road from Milos west and south-ward you will reach the beach of Dragonera first. The road is set back from the coast but raised up and runs through the pine forest. It is a lovely drive and you will find Dragonera to be set within a large cove and well organised with beds and a bar.
Follow the road further south from Dragonera and you will reach the beach of Aponnisos. This is an exclusive spot where you will find yachts dropping anchor to spend the day in the idyllic surroundings. There is a private small island where you can enjoy refreshments and beds for lounging.
Mareza
From Aponnisos you can follow the road inland and through the village of Limenaria to the beach of Mareza on the south-east coast of the island. Here you will find a rocky coast line with deep, clear and fresh waters for swimming. We recommend that you choose to swim here in the early part of the day since usually in the afternoons it is windy and given the rocky access to the waters it is best to be safe. There is no bar or cafe here so come prepared with your own refreshments.
Skliri
Finally we mention the swimming from Skliri and Halkiada. From Skala you travel east-wards. Here the coast is rocky but the tavernas and cafes have created comfortable spots for you to enjoy a sunbed and step down into the beautiful azure waters. There are some very nice places to swim here and you will find deeper and fresher waters. From Skliri you can reach the more secluded naturalist beach of Halkiada. Access this beach by either climbing down the steep path or swim from the neighbouring islet. There are no services here so come prepared with your own refreshments. Also come prepared to enjoy a relaxed and free environment in beautiful natural surroundings!
