Guide to the most beautiful places, bays and beaches of Paros
In the heart of the Cyclades Islands, Paros sums up all its characteristics: fine sandy beaches, crystal blue water, and typical white cottages. The island skillfully combines social life and Greek authenticity.
Paros is the third largest island in the Cyclades and lies right in the middle of the archipelago with the larger Naxos to the east and Antiparos and Despotiko to the west. It represents a perfect starting point for a sailing vacation since it is very well connected to Athens and the neighboring islands, but it can also be one of the destinations of an itinerary devoted to typically Greek island hopping. Either way, Paros will amaze you and you cannot fail to spend at least a few days there. For those looking for adventure, just scout out the wildest and most authentic bays where you can enjoy the depths of the sea by snorkeling, or those more exposed to the wind where you can kite or windsurf. For those, on the other hand, who want to relax to the rhythm of music or enjoy Greek delicacies, there is no shortage of typical clubs and taverns.
The best time of year
From June to September, the Meltemi also arrives in Paros, giving engaging and exciting sailings. In spring and from mid-September, on the other hand, the wind is more placid and allows for calm sailing while the weather is still mild, typically Mediterranean.
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Perfect destination for lovers of sailing and strong sensations
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Hidden coves all to discover and a wild hinterland to get lost in
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The perfect balance of nature and nightlife
Still far from the unruliness of Mykonos or being as trendy as Santorini, Paros has seen strong tourist growth in recent times. Today it is no longer just a gateway to other destinations, but the vacation destination, and it is clear why. This island expertly combines evenings of fun and music with days made up of exploring typically Greek villages. In the towns of Parikia and Naoussa, there is no shortage of parties throughout the summer, as well as busy restaurants and chic little stores. Conversely, in the villages of Marpissa and Lefkes you will find tradition and authenticity. Here, for example, Holy Week in spring and the August 15 holiday are keenly felt and celebrated by locals with traditional events, food stands, and typical dances.
Sustainable and authentic Paros
Like other islands in Greece, Paros has long been on a path of sustainability. One example is the desire to eliminate the use of disposable plastic throughout the island and become the first plastic-free island in all of Greece. On the ground, citizens have been engaged in restoring and preserving many nature areas such as the Nature Park on the peninsula of Ai Yannis Detis-a large area in the north of the island that has slowly become a nature paradise again. Here you will also find some of the most beautiful and unspoiled bays: that of Ai Yanni, at the foot of the ancient Monastery of Agios Ioannis Delis, and that of Torkou Ammos, surrounded by wilderness.
Antiparos and other surrounding islands
Visiting Paros by sail surely also means sailing to the nearby islands, chief among them Antiparos. Only an hour's sailing distance away if you start from the port of Parikia, it is smaller and easier to circumnavigate. The scenery, however, is very similar: deep blue sea with fine sandy bottoms and a landscape of white buildings and barren hills. Very close from there is the island of Despotiko: it is completely uninhabited and, in addition to the second largest sanctuary in the Cyclades, is home to some of the most pristine beaches in the archipelago that can only be reached by sea. From there, you can decide whether to continue westward moving to the bays of Sifnos and Serifos, or head back toward Paros and make a few stops in Naxos.
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