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Unpretentious beauty at the southernmost tip of Europe

At the southernmost tip of both Greece and Europe lies a small piece of land that seems to escape time and the rhythms of the world. Gavdos is a paradise on earth offering unpretentious holidays close to nature. A sense of beautiful isolation prevails on the island and everything is characterised by absolute simplicity.
Just 26 nautical miles south of Crete, Gavdos is accessible by small boat from Palaiochora or Chora Sfakion and constitutes an ideal choice for anyone wanting to enjoy the sea, silence, peace and the stars. Nature dominates here with sparse vegetation, scents of thyme and sage, and cedar trees that stretch down to the sand.
Gavdos offers no luxuries. Everything is simple and austere. The few tavernas on the island serve fresh fish, local dishes and wine, while the limited accommodation available will offer simply hospitality.
Here you will find some of the most distinctive and pristine beaches in the Aegean, such as Agios Ioannis with its sand dunes and characteristic cedar forest, and Sarakiniko, the most lively beach on the island and a favourite among those choosing to camp with a view of the sea.
Despite its small size, Gavdos carries a history that is lost in the depths of time. The island has been inhabited continuously from the Palaeolithic era until today, while significant finds illuminating life from the Stone Age are housed in the Archaeological Museum of Chania.
Visit Gavdos if you want to feel that you are at the edge of the world. Here you will rediscover the sense of time and contact with nature, yourself and what truly matters. Recharge your energy with peace, silence and a sense of fulfilment.

Gavdos

Unpretentious beauty at the southernmost tip of Europe

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