Psili Ammos beach
Located on the eastern coast of Serifos, eight kilometers from Livadi, the main port of the island. It got its name thanks to the soft, fine sand that covers the entire coastline. This is one of the most popular and beautiful beaches of Serifos, and in 2004 and 2009 it was included in the list of the best beaches in Europe according to the Sunday Times.
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Beach description
The beach is situated in a cozy picturesque bay surrounded with high hills and tamarisk trees. The beach is rather long (its length is around 600 meters), and covered with soft golden sand. The sea here is of the magnificent azure color, clear and transparent, with gradual depth increase. The bottom is even and safe, without sharp depth drops and large stones.
Winds are frequent on Psili Ammos, especially closer to the evening. At such moments, rather high waves rise that will make sailing, windsurfing and kiting fans glad. Habitual activities include water games, beach tennis and volley-ball, riding hydrocycles, sea kayaks, and sapboard.
Despite its popularity and populousness, Psili Ammos is not characterized by the developed infrastructure. There are no shower stalls, tamarisk brushwood serve as changing rooms, water closets are situated in beach taverns. You can also receive there sling chairs and umbrellas in exchange of purchased food and drinks but the most visitors take their own towels and go looking for natural shadow.
The beach central zone is the most busy, it has MANOLIS tavern with delicious food and fast high quality service In the northern part, there is another very nice tavern, Stefanakos, famous for its delicious desserts, and low prices.
The southern part of the beach is more secluded, it is usually picked by athletes, naturists, and people who prefer quiet and calm recreation. Here, one can engage in snorkeling, dive from the rocks, and hide from heat in small rocky grottos. There is an asphalt road leading to the beach with scheduled buses from Livadia going there. You can use a car or a motorcycle but you should not forget that the parking lot is not so large. There are always many people wishing to go to Psili Ammos in the high season (July-August). That is why it's better to come earlier to manage to occupy a comfortable corner in the shadow of tamarisk and to park your transport.
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
In the vicinity of Psili Ammos there is practically no housing due to the specific features of the area. The beach is surrounded by hills devoid of vegetation, and the landscape leaves much to be desired. In regards to the proximity of Livadi, tourists prefer to stay there to be able to combine a beach holiday with a variety of evening entertainment.
The closest to Psili Ammos Hotel is - Ariston Apartments which is located just north of the beach, at a distance of about five hundred meters. The snow-white Cycladic-style building is surrounded by a luxurious garden with a sitting area and barbecue area. All rooms include kitchenettes, bathrooms, balconies or private patios with sea views. It includes satellite TV and free internet, there is the possibility of using free parking and beach accessories. Private parking and a playground are on site. Guests especially note the warm cordial attitude of the owners of the hotel, as well as the company of their charming dog, everyone’s favorite.
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Livadia is the most crowded and lively village of Serifos, from which acquaintance with the island begins. Most tourists arriving by ferry from the mainland and neighboring islands prefer to stay in Livadia and travel around the island from this starting point.
The main attraction of the village, certainly, is the port, where you can admire the giant cruise ships, elegant snow-white ferries and luxury yachts. Around it are concentrated the best restaurants, shops and nightclubs, which are ready to receive visitors almost 24 hours a day. From the port, it is easy to go on exciting boat trip along the beach, optionally combining it with fishing or scuba diving. You can also rent a yacht to arrange an unforgettable picnic or a romantic date on one of the uninhabited islands surrounding Serifos.