Welcome to Folegandros

Folegandros is an island of incredible natural beauty located between Paros and Santorini. Despite its proximity to two of the most cosmopolitan Greek islands, Folegandros has a very different style. Relatively untouched by international tourists, Folegandros Island still manages to keep its unspoiled charm.

One of the westerly Cyclades Islands, Folegandros is a place that will steal your heart away the moment you set foot on it. Stroll along the stone-paved streets of Chora and the alleys in the Castle, reach the top of Panagia Rock and enjoy the panoramic view of the Aegean Sea, go swimming in secluded or busy beaches, and admire the local traditional architecture of its villages: these are all part of a breathtaking setting – the ideal one for your holidays – that will place Folegandros on your must-visit list, more than once in your life.
During your walks in the neighbourhoods, you will be impressed by the contrast of the vivid-coloured doors and windows of houses against their bright white walls. The stone-paved streets will lead your footsteps to picturesque squares shaded by tall plane trees. There, under the thick canopy of leaves, you will find the perfect spot to sit and rest for a while.
In the summer, starting at dusk time, the local tavernas in Chora get busy serving tasty local dishes, such as matsata (a local type of pasta), souroto cheese (a white soft spreadable cheese with a peppery flavour), and various pies. After dinner, try the traditional sweets prepared in Chora’s pastry shops and then enjoy a night out in the local bars while drinking rakomelo (a mix of honey with a strong distilled alcoholic drink). The atmosphere gets livelier as the night moves on!