Livadi Geranou Beach Patmos

The Livadi Geranou Beach, we find it in the north on the east side of the Patmos Island just after the famous Twin beaches. From Skala it is about nine kilometers while from Chora thirteen.

Considered one of the most beautiful and popular of Patmos called by the locals also Delipothiou has a wonderful landscape, formed by a coast of small colored pebbles mixed with coarse sand, crystal clear and extremely transparent waters, a blue sea with turquoise and blue spots. intense and a bottom that goes down slowly, perfect for families with children and lovers of long swims. Even snorkelers can have great satisfaction here, a lively marine fauna and flora populate the abyss so don't forget to bring all the equipment to discover this stretch of sea. For a respite from the hot sun rays, behind the beach there are large tamarisk trees, an added value for sheltering from the heat.

The Livadi Geranou beach is partly served with sunbeds and umbrellas not many in reality, while much of the coast is completely free so you can 'put yourself where you like' and enjoy a quiet sunny day. Just before the beach, on the left a typical Greek tavern overlooking the bay where you can enjoy delicious fresh fish dishes and traditional Greek cuisine.

The Livadi Geranou bay is surrounded by small islets so much as to resemble a classic fjord and is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful landscapes of Patmos. Given its position it is always protected from the winds and also for this reason it remains one of the most sought after destinations by both locals and tourists who decide to spend their holiday in Patmos.

Just in front of the Livadi Geranou beach you can admire the small Agios Georgios island where the homonymous church with the blue dome is located, reachable by swimming and then resting on the small sandy beach. Not far Ketronisi a second small desert island.

The name of Livadi Geranou owes it to the important church which is located about three kilometers south on top of a hill. Archaeological excavations have determined the presence of an ancient pagan temple on whose ruins a Christian church with two naves was later erected. The view from here is remarkable, you can see all of Patmos and the surrounding islands.

Do not miss the 15th of August when an ancient tradition dating back to 1880 is celebrated where the sacred icon of the church, the Virgin of Geranos Capitanita di Patmos with the fishing boats is "accompanied". At 16:00, traditional wooden boats depart from the Konsolato area in the port of Skala and escorted by the port authorities begin their pilgrimage with the faithful to the bay of Panagia Geranou.

If you are lucky enough to be on the island of Patmos in spring, behind the Livadi Geranou beach marvelous wild orchids grow spontaneously that give a touch of color to the landscape.

Very simple, if you have a rental vehicle that is a car or scooter, taking Skala as a reference point, head towards Kampos, from there continue towards the Vagia beach and follow the road through the twin beaches and in about ten minutes you will arrive at your destination.

If you are not independent, from Skala and Chora there are public buses that go to Kampos (always check the timetables). From here last stop, you can reach Livadi Geranou with a pleasant walk of about half an hour.

Mark among the things to see in Patmos the Livadi Geranou beach, it will be a pleasant day at sea and an excellent opportunity to visit this part of the island made of Mediterranean scrub and views to put in the luggage of the memories of your holiday in Greece.