Sights

The caves are located in the southern foot of Mount Kerkis, north of Kabos Marathokabou area. A dirt road leads to the exact location (cars can be used). The road starts from the coastal paved road. The drive lasts approximately 5-10 minutes. You can reach Sarantaskaliotissa Cave via stone stairs, …

Cave of Agios Antonios (Cave of Saint Anthony) The cave is located southwest of Palaio Karlovasi. Access is via a path starting from the central square of Palaio Karlovasi and leads to the entrance of the cave. The walk takes some 15 minutes. The formation of the cave is the …

Mountain Kerkis Kerkis is the so-called “majestic” mountain of Samos. With steep slopes, caves and forests, it became, as early as the 9th century, an important center of monastic life. Most of its reputation comes from the life of Saint Paul the Younger from Latro of the neighboring (opposite) Asia …

The mountain Kerkis or Kerketeus is located o­n the western side of the island. Its highest peak, called Vigla, has a height of 1.443m. Its lower peaks are: Mavro Stefani and Seitan, while the lower adjacent mountains are: Fterias, Menelaki and Kastri. The name of the mountain has originated from the draughts and strong winds which blow …

The mountain Ambelos (or Karvounis) is located in the central part of the island. Its highest peak is Profitis Ilias (1063m). The region is woody and has thickets of coniferous trees, thick-leafed bushes and areas with limestone rocks. The natural vegetation o­n the mountainous areas of Karvounis, contrary to the majority of …