Ξενάγηση στους Φρουσαίους -Hiking in Andros - Through the old mill village of Froussaeoi
For the first time people walked the paths of Frousaeous, an undiscovered beautiful area of Andros
Andros Island in Greece... your #islandgetaway
One island, one story, and you.
374 km2 dipped in deep blue and bathed by the Greek sun all year long, with paths, waters, and breath-taking vistas that accomplish nothing else but to fascinate, fulfil all the conditions that can give birth to a story that you will remember forever.
Andros... your #islandgetaway
A Greek island that adorns the Cyclades
In the Cyclades, there is a Greek island that certainly stands out. It stands out mainly because of nature, and the morphology which does not seems like the Cyclades. Above all, you not often you see an island that combines dry Cycladic landscape and abundant water. Lush vegetation and rare wildlife. Museums, events, and neoclassical architecture. Countless beaches and imposing mountains. As a result, these geographical and morphological contrasts make it unique. This island is Andros.
Andros connects to the port of Rafina, 36 nautical miles and just 2 hours by a conventional ship. It is one of the largest Greek islands. An area of 380 square kilometres and a coastline of 176 km. The northernmost island of the Cyclades is, therefore, the second largest island of Cyclades.
The Greek Island of Nature and Activities
Abundant waters of lush vegetation and rare wildlife on a Greek island
The Greek Island of Nature and ActivitiesThe nature of Andros will amaze you. It is the Greek island of the Cyclades that is famous for its waters. In the winter months, it floods by a large number of rivers and streams. The waters end up in numerous waterfalls and springs. Consequently, that preserves the rich vegetation with abundant trees, so many species of birds and small animals can find shelter and food. What you experience exudes a distinct aura that does not refer you to a classic Greek island in the Cyclades.
The Greek island of rivers, springs, and waterfalls in the Cyclades
The Achla River flows from Petalo, one of the highest peaks in the Cyclades. It expands to the homonym beach and has water even in the summer. Arnipotamos expands to the bay of Lefka and the Great River from Stavropeda expands to Paraporti beach. In Andros, you will see several waterfalls. The waterfall in Pithara accessed by hiking, and in Paleopoli the waters are falling from above.
The most significant spring is Zenio. The most extensive volume of Zenio waters flows to all sides of the island. Krya Vrissi on the northern side of Petalo, the fountain of Koumoulou in Menites village, are some of the scattered throughout the island. The source of Sariza in Apoikia, with the homonymous table water, is considered curative.
Dense vegetation and rare wildlife on a Greek island
In Andros, there are trees such as plane trees, willows, poplars, oaks, pine trees, maples. Among them emerge lentisk, oleander, fig, mulberry, olive trees, reeds, merolies, laurels, brushwood. Spring wildflowers make up an incredible carpet of anemones, orchids, and bells. The perfumes of the gardens and orchards confused with thyme, oregano and create a unique atmosphere.
In Andros, many bird species find shelter and food. Owls, nightingales, partridges, woodcocks, tortoises, carders. Rare predators such as Mavropetritis, a dark hawk that is one of the most endangered species in Europe. Mavropetritis reproduces in the Cyclades in Andros and Skyros. He is fleeing to winter in Madagascar. Vegetation shelter many small animals, badgers, rabbits, hedgehogs, and hares. Also many turtles and frogs.
The Cyclades of Special Activities
The island is suitable for many activities during the more significant part of the year. It is the only Greek island, but also the single island in Europe with a certified network of hiking trails (100 kilometres). The long association with the sea makes it one of the islands in the Cyclades you can enjoy water activities such as Wind Surf, SUP, and scuba diving from experienced people and famous athletes.
The Greek island of hiking
Andros has an extensive network of hiking trails. This tracks connected the settlements, places of worship and the ports of the island. Andros still has a pervasive system of hiking trails, which is estimated to exceed 300 kilometres. The accessible hiking trail network today is about 150 km. The paths are maintained with the concern of a significant collective effort of people, with a particular love for nature and sometimes with the help of volunteers from all over the world.
The Greek Island of Culture and Authenticity
The Greek island in the Cyclades that carries a long history and travels to art and culture, it is Andros. Museums housing with world-class exhibitions, finds and collections of immense value, naval tradition and the imprint of the life of the island in every corner. Archaeological sites of particular importance such as Stropilas, the “Most Ancient City of Europe” dating back to 4,500-3,300 BC.
Andros your #islandgetaway
GCT Hikes in Menites village with Andros Routes
Andros Routes was formed by a group of volunteers who love the island, its culture, history and beautiful landscape. Their aim is to develop sustainable tourism on the island by restoring and maintaining the ancient network of paths for hiking.
GCT speaks with Olga Karagianni, one of the volunteer who mentions that perhaps her most important initiation activity in the unique nature and history of Andros is the hiking in the old paths. Watch the video for more!
On Andros routes, expect to see an undiscovered jewel of the Aegean with lush green valleys, flowing rivers, beautiful beaches and ancient pathways.
Andros villages
Aidonia, gides, aprovato
Sariza Spring Hotel
Το ξενοδοχείο «Sariza Spring Hotel» βρίσκεται στο κέντρο του πιο πράσινου χωριού των Κυκλάδων, τα Αποίκια της Άνδρου, δίπλα στη Πηγή Σάριζα.
Τα Αποίκια είναι ένα ξεχωριστό χωριό, καθώς εδώ βρίσκεται η μοναδική πηγή Σάριζα αλλά και άλλες λιγότερες γνωστές πηγές όπως η Λεζίνα κ.ά. Μέσα στο Κυκλαδίτικο τοπίο, το χωριό εκπλήσσει ευχάριστα τους επισκέπτες με τα πλατάνια, τη δροσιά του, τα μονοπάτια του και τα όμορφα αρχοντικά του σπίτια. Κι όλα αυτά σε απόσταση μόλις 5 χλμ. από τη Χώρα Άνδρου και 2 χλμ. από την ξεχωριστή παραλία Γιάλια.
Μέσα σε αυτό το μοναδικό περιβάλλον, συναντάτε το φιλόξενο ξενοδοχείο «Sariza Spring Hotel», όπου μπορείτε να βρείτε τις ανέσεις ενός σύγχρονου μεγάλου ξενοδοχείου, συνδυασμένες με την αναζωογονητική θεραπεία του νερού Σάριζα.
Το ξενοδοχείο είναι ανοιχτό όλο το χρόνο, έτοιμο να σας φιλοξενήσει τόσο για ένα αξέχαστο Σαββατοκύριακο όσο και για πολυήμερες ζωογόνες διακοπές. Στα άνετα καλόγουστα σαλόνια του ξενοδοχείου μας, θα χαλαρώσετε και θα ξεκουραστείτε απολαμβάνοντας τη θέα στην κοιλάδα των Στενιών και στο Αιγαίο, μαζί με τον καφέ, το ποτό ή το φαγητό σας. Στα μοντέρνα, ανακαινισμένα και εξοπλισμένα με όλες τις ανέσεις (τηλεόραση, ψυγειάκι, air condition, τηλέφωνο, ραδιόφωνο, wi-fi κ.ά.) δωμάτιά μας, θα απολαύσετε άνεση, ησυχία, ηρεμία, καθαρό αέρα και μια υπέροχη θέα.
Τηλ. 22820 23799
Κιν. 6947.723139
Email: info@sariza-spring-hotel.gr
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The «Sariza Spring Hotel» is located in the center of the greenest village of the Cyclades, Apikia of Andros, next to the Spring of Sariza.
Apikia is a particular village, as the only source of Sariza is here, but other less known sources such as Lesina and others. In the Cycladic landscape, the village of Apikia pleasantly surprises the visitors with its trees, its coolness, its paths and its beautiful mansion houses. Only 5 km from Andros Chora, the main city of the island, and 2 km from Gyalia beach.
Within this unique setting you will find the welcoming «Sariza Spring Hotel», where you can find the comforts of a modern and large hotel, combined with the rejuvenating treatment of Sariza water.
The hotel is open all year round, ready to accommodate you for both an unforgettable weekend and for longer stays to take a break far from the cities effervescence. In the comfortable and tasteful lounges of our hotel you will relax and unwind while enjoying the view of the Steni valley and the Aegean Sea, along with your coffee, drink or food. Modern, refurbished and equipped with all the comforts of our rooms (TV, private refrigerator, air condition, telephone, wi-fi, etc.), you will enjoy the comfort, the quietness, the tranquility, the fresh air and the wonderful view.
Tel. 22820 23799
Mob. 6947.723139
Email: info@sariza-spring-hotel.gr
Web site:
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Andros | Hiking in Andros
Andros | Hiking in Andros. Hiking in Andros will certainly reveal the habits, culture and biodiversity of the island. Discover a network of hiking paths with sign posts that stretch 85 kilometres across the island, winding through lush greenery, highlands and valleys. This includes 12 routes of paths and paved streets. The south-eastern part of the island is an entire network of trails. Many of them are marvellously paved (real 'kalderimi's'), often running between beautiful walls. These walls were built in typical Andriotic fashion, alternating between small rocks and large, vertical plates. The great advantage is that almost all of the hiking routes depart from or arrive in Chóra -- which turns this town into an ideal operating base for the hiker on Andros. And of course, there are hiking maps available when you get to the island and also there a trail guides for hire that can take you around if you don't want to get to the details and will take care everything for you.
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17 Langland Bay Manor
Located in the highly desirable Grade II listed Langland Bay Manor and situated to enjoy the most stunning sea and headland views, just a stones throw from the award winning, family friendly Langland Bay a superb stretch of golden sandy beach awarded with the coveted Blue Flag, Rural Seaside and Green Coast awards, recognising its quality, cleanliness and services. From the promenade you can take the coastal path to Caswell Bay or Mumbles Head offering spectacular views en-route of The Bristol Channel. The Bay itself is fringed with the charming beach huts that have graced Langland Bay since the 1920�s. With shabby chic beach caf�, tennis courts, the popular Langland By The Sea Brasserie and Langland Bay Golf Course which is ideally located over lush meadowland across sprawling cliff-tops with views from the course taking in two of The Gower�s finest bays - Langland and Caswell making Langland Bay a popular destination with locals and tourists alike. The tranquillity of the location with the sea on your doorstep offers a unique setting close to the village of Mumbles with an enviable array of quality restaurants, wine bars and traditional pubs to choose from.
Langland Bay Manor is by far the most dominant building, built in the mid-nineteenth century and backing onto the Newton Cliffs. Built in the Scottish Baronial style for the Crawshay family, an affluent family whose wealth was derived from the iron works in Merthyr Tydfil. They used Langland Bay Manor as their summer residence. The original family crest is carved in wood and is located in the grand entrance hall on the staircase in the main building. The Manor later became part of The Langland Bay Hotel and later again The Club Union Convalescent Home for miners. After a period of closure it was renamed The Langland Bay Manor and converted into 27 luxury apartments. The first floor apartment can be accessed via a lift or staircase and is beautifully presented. Briefly comprising, spacious lounge with spectacu