Fonias Beach and the medieval tower

Fonias Beach is located at the mouth of the most important river in Samothraki. It's on the northern side of the island, 18 kilometers away from Kamariotissa (about 20 minutes by car), beyond Therma and the two campings of the island. To get there take a left on the first dirt road after the bridge over the river Fonias.

Fonias Beach is peaceful and remote, with white-grey stones and intense blue water. There are no amenities and fishermen can often be spotted on the shore.

On one side of the beach, on the right bank of the river, the ruins of a medieval defense tower still stand tall. The tower was built in the 15th century when the island was under the influence of the Genovese family Gateluzzi. Unfortunately, the wall facing the river collapsed during the catastrophic floods in the autumn of 2017. At the moment, the tower is undergoing an ample process of restoration and consolidation.

Things to see nearby

Right by the beach, across the main road, there's a parking lot from where the trail to the lower vathres and waterfalls of Fonias starts.

Taverns in the area

Also on the side of the road, across from the start of the trail to the vathres, is the Taverna I Gefyra tou Fonia in a shady and green courtyard, full of hydrangeas and colorful decorations.

Accommodation nearby

The closest hotels are Ktima Holoway and Hotel Archondissa, on the way to Therma, located just before the campgrounds.