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is the capital of the island. It is a picturesque town with beautiful shops, tavernas and ouzeri, ideal for walk in the narrow streets.
For those staying in the capital, Limenas has some excellent beaches with shadow from pine trees.
The ancient site begins from the harbour and was already established by the 4th B.C. century.
There is an archaeological museum with findings from Thassos Island from 7 B.C. until the 7th A.D. century.
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Kazaviti
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is one of the most picturesque villages in Thassos, built on a hill side above a valley. The stone made houses are beautiful and having a drink in the square under the shadow of the trees is a real joy.
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Limenaria (40 Km SW from Thassos)
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was developed at the end of the 19th century. It is a nice and busy town, surrounded by beautiful beaches. There are plenty of hotels, tavernas and bars.
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Panagia (7 Km South from Thassos)
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is a traditional and very nice village and once was the capital of the island. The church of Panagia (Our Lady) and the cave Drakotrypa are interesting places to visit.
Not far away from the village is the crystal clear water sandy beach Hrysi Ammoudia. There are tavernas, cafeterias, hotels and rooms to rent.
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Potamia
(9 Km South from Thassos)
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is built in the flanks of the Ypsario mountain. The churches of Agios Dimitrios and Agios Nikolaos and the Folklore Museum are interesting places.
There are tavernas, cafeterias hotels and rooms to stay. Just 3 Km away is the fantastic beach of Hrysi Akti with sand and pine trees.
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Potos
(50 Km SW from Thassos town)
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is one of the most important tourist resorts in Thassos Island. There are plenty of tavernas, restaurants, bars, cafeterias and snack bars. There is also a great selection of hotels and rooms to choose from.
The beach is excellent, but all the beaches around Potos are beautiful too. Pefkari has fine sand and pine trees, Psili Ammos, Astris and a bit further Thymonia and Alyki all with sand.
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Prinos
(22 Km SW from Thassos)
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is the second port of Thassos island and became famous after the oil found in the near area. Close to Prinos are the nice villages Megalos and Mikros Prinos.
There is camping and plenty hotels and rooms for accommodation. Restaurants, tavernas, cafeterias, bars will satisfy all tastes. The beaches are excellent, wide and extended with sand and trees.
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Scala Rahoniou
(12 km West from Thassos Town)
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is the seaside village of Rahoni. It is a quiet village with some rooms to let and a camping. There are tavernas, restaurants and cafeterias. The beach in Scala Rahoniou is nice.
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Scala Potamias
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is the seaside resort of Potamia. It offers a dreamy setting and sandy beach with all necessary tourist facilities - hotels, studios, restaurants, taverns.
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Useful Information
| Police | 25930 22500 |
Port Police | 25930 22106 |
| Municipality of Thassos | 25930 22118 |
Health Center | 25930 22222 |
| Port Police in Kavala | 2510 223716 |
Port Police in Keramoti | 25910 51204 |
Trade Association of Thassos at +30 25930 22511
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Thassos, (Thassos Island) is one of the most beautiful islands of Greece, combining sea and mountains.
The excellent beaches with crystal clear water, the remote tiny bays, the picturesque villages and the busy night life make Thassos an ideal and popular resort.
Getting There
