Chrissi Ammos beach
Chrissi Ammos is the famous and best beach on the island. It lives up to its name, there is really "golden" sand. It is easily accessible from the port of Gavrio or Batsi. In addition to natural beauty, the beach has an excellent organization. For its cleanliness and amenities, it was awarded the Blue Flag.
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Beach description
The compact beach is covered with fine fluid sand of sun shade. It is washed by turquoise waves that are never stormy here. This part of the island is well-hidden from strong north winds that are tourists' trouble in other regions of Andros. Beach powder smoothly descends into the sea which is shallow in th beach area.
Comfortable conditions, cleanliness and easy access make the beach popular among the posh yong people and travelers with children. To be honest, the place is rather crowded during the high season, and there is already no room at the parking lot by noon. Those who wish to take the best places under the sun come to Krissi Ammos early in the morning.
Recreation conditions:
- Parking lot near the beach.
- Is equipped with umbrellas, sling chairs, poolhouses.
- There are water closets, and places to wash off the salty water.
- Many kinds of water sports are developed. Sport equipment rent.
- Those who dream of becoming a diver attend a school located right here, on the beach.
- There is a beach volley-ball site.
- Beach cafes and bars are open.
- Beach rescue service functions.
- the DJ works to please the guests.
- Rooms, restaurants are close.
When is the best time to go?
Greece - a country with a long length from north to south, so the recommendations will vary depending on the place where you are going. The holiday season begins in May and reaches a peak in July-August: there are too many tourists, and the temperature on the southern islands reaches 40 degrees, which may still not play a role on the beach, but certainly not suitable for sightseeing. So the best time to relax in Greece is the end of spring-beginning of summer or September-October.
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Infrastructure
The popularity of the beach is determined by its convenient location in relation to the cities of Batsi and Gavrio, the availability of good access roads and alternative recreation opportunities: there is another one in close proximity, large and beloved Agios Petros and famous island attractions.
Hotel Perrakis, 3* conveniently located and has excellent conditions for relaxation. The decor is fresh and modern, the hotel has recently been refurbished. The views of the Kypri bay from a large terrace are stunning. Linen, towels and cleaning are provided daily. The hosts are impeccably attentive and the food is great. There is an opportunity for self-cooking. You can rent a bike if you want to explore the surroundings. There is a spa, private pool and a beach bar.
Scuba Andros Dive is open on site. Here you can enlist the support of professional instructors who will help in studying the biodiversity of the underwater world. Vacationers purchase or rent equipment for this exciting activity.
There is a customs and gymnasium nearby, merchants sell goods from an apiary. Good restaurants and pubs are located in Batsi, where they can be reached on foot or by a rented car. Local buses run infrequently. Batsi has a lot of high-quality infrastructure providing accommodation and meals.
Gavrio also has a large number of tourist places, attracts travelers with authentic restaurants, located mainly on the promenade. There you can taste traditional dishes based on products from the surrounding villages.
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- The most convenient way to Chrissi Ammos is by rented car or transfer organized by the hotel after arriving in the capital. The road runs through Gavrio.
- Hiking trails in the vicinity are numbered, have clear signs, signposts, lined with stones, sometimes fenced with low stone walls. When climbing, you must not forget that the temperature in the mountains is several degrees lower than that of the sea, a piercing wind blows. You will need the equipment appropriate for the moment. Slates are strongly discouraged.
What places to visit:
- Tower of St. Peter.
- The hill to the left of the entrance to the port of Gavrio has the remains of ancient walls.
- Ostodosia Castle north of Pyrgos.
- Maronitis with the ruins of the Bronze Age.
- Zoodochos Pigi, the most impressive monastery of the island.
- Archaeological Museum of Paleopolis.
- Mountain village with lush vegetation and streams.