Karystion

Evia


With helpful multilingual staff, the in-demand Karystion sits above the beach just east of the Bourtzi castle. The modern, uncluttered, well-appointed rooms (some smarter than others) have balconies that look out on to a pine-dotted headland. Stairs lead to a small sandy beach, while perfect local-produce breakfasts are served on the shady terrace.


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1. Bourtzi

0.11 MILES

Towards the east end of the seafront promenade, Karystos' striking 14th-century, hexagonal Venetian castle is a remnant of the town's former…

2. Archaeological Museum of Karystos

0.12 MILES

Karystos' small, insightful museum, opposite the Bourtzi, highlights the region's long history and ancient power. Displays, with multilingual booklets,…

3. Montofoli Estate

1.01 MILES

Spread across a 9-acre estate 2km north of Karystos, the Montofoli vineyard is famous for its prize-winning sweet dessert wines produced by owners Danae…

4. Castello Rosso

1.58 MILES

The ruins of this 11th-century Byzantine fortress – later occupied by the Franks, Venetians and Ottomans – lie a 1km walk uphill from riverside Myli, 4km…

5. Roman Quarry

2.19 MILES

A 3km, one-hour walk signposted from upper Myli (4km north of Karystos) leads northeast to an abandoned Roman quarry (Kylindroi, meaning 'cylinder'),…

6. Archampoli Beach

10.05 MILES

Framed by rugged headlands and clear water, this remote silver-sand cove, 35km northeast of Karystos, is reached via a one-hour, 4km hike from tiny Thymi…

7. Kastrianis Monastery

23.99 MILES

From Otzias, a spectacular coastal road runs for 6.5km to this clifftop, 18th-century monastery, offering extraordinary views to the surrounding islands…

8. Sanctuary of Artemis

24.07 MILES

This partially restored temple to the goddess of the hunt dates from approximately 420 BC, with some earlier remains. Most remarkable is an ancient stone…