The Greek islands are famous for beaches, whitewashed villages and endless blue seas, but some of their most memorable places are best discovered on foot. Beyond the busy resorts, old paths still cross mountains, olive groves, volcanic landscapes and tiny villages where life moves at a completely different pace.
Some islands are particularly rewarding for travelers who enjoy walking. And while several famous Cycladic islands immediately come to mind, one of Greece’s greenest islands offers a walking network that can take you across almost the entire island.
8Evia – An Island That Feels Like Mainland Greece
Evia is Greece’s second-largest island, yet many international visitors know surprisingly little about it.
Its scale gives walkers an enormous variety of landscapes.
Mountains, forests, gorges, rivers, waterfalls, traditional villages and coastal areas can all be found here, making Evia feel more like a small region than a typical Greek island.
Walking opportunities range from relatively easy countryside routes to much more demanding mountain adventures.
Because of its proximity to mainland Greece and road connections, Evia can also be incorporated into a longer road trip without relying entirely on ferry schedules.
For travelers looking for a Greek island that goes far beyond the familiar beach-holiday experience, Evia deserves much more attention.
