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Glossa is in Skopelos.

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Glossa sits high on a hill on the northwest side of Skopelos, the opposite end from main Skopelos town. It gazes across the sparkling Mediterranean sea to Skiathos and down to the peaceful harbour of Loutraki. Glossa is still an area that appears to have not yet been discovered by mass-tourism and with it’s steep cobbled alley-ways, flanked by traditional houses, trailing bougainvillea and firmly-adhered-to siesta, you will delight in this truly Greek experience.

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The temperature is slightly cooler in Glossa than in Skopelos town due to its hillside location. In the height of summer the days are long and hot, in spring and Autumn you will need little more than a cardigan to keep away the cool morning and evening breezes and winters are generally mild - although snow does descend on Glossa every few years.

[edit] Get in

By Boat Loutraki (Glossa) is the first stop both from Skiathos harbour and the mainland. If you are lucky enough to arrive at night you will be mesmerised by the sight of Glossa: strings of twinkling lights strung delicately across the hillside.

Glossa is a 15-minute boat-ride from Skiathos and 3 hours from the Port of Aghios Constantinos.

If you have baggage then you will need to take a taxi (about 5EURO) or bus from the port to the village of Glossa.

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By foot With just 1,000 houses and only a few alleyways accessed by car, Glossa is a small village easily (and best) explored by foot.

By Bus There are several buses each day that leave from the bottom of the village and take you to the port of Loutraki (10 minutes) and the many beaches and villages dotted along the coastline before finally arriving at Skopelos town (1 hour).

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You could spend a few hours first exploring the beautiful architecture of this traditional town. Colourful balconies, interesting ruins and fascinating houses can be found as you wander through the myriad of charming cobbled streets.

Take a stroll down to Loutraki harbour (30 mins) for a swim in the crystal blue Aegean waters, but make sure you get the bus back if you’re not up for a hike!

However, walking is a big pastime in this area with an array of flora and fauna to be appreciated at varying times of year.

Take a bus to Skopelos Town for souvenir shops and cafes where you can sit and watch the comings and going of this delightfully Greek white washed harbour. Spend an evening there in on of its many lively tavernas and enjoy some traditional bouzouki music.

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In Glossa there are four main tavernas and a souvlaki bar:

Agnanti Bar and Restaurant first opened its doors in 1953 and now boasts many foreign and local customers who travel to enjoy spectacular food and breathtaking scenery.

Maistrali Restaurant was opened in 2004 and is run by the extremely friendly husband and wife team, Eva and Nektarios. It offers stunning uninterrupted views and fabulous food. Try the braised beef and plums.

To Steki Tou Mastoras Taverna offers a more laid-back every-day atmosphere with good priced local specialties.

Astarti Restaurant has Swiss as well as Greek dishes, plus pizza - open all year.

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Glossa Houses offers a selection of beautiful self-catering accommodation with stunning views. Tel:+30 24240 34295 email: mailto:joanna@glossa-houses.com Glossa Houses

Platana rooms Tel: +30 24240 23338. Simple but clean with wonderful balcony views, they are run by the lovely Eleni and are a ten-minute walk from Glossa village.

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[edit] Get out

You can take one of the regular boats from Loutraki Port or Skopelos Town across to the neighbouring islands. If you want a bit of action, try Skiathos with its pubs, clubs and restaurants or should you like an even quieter experience than Glossa, you can head across to Alonissos.

It is also relatively easy to catch a ferry to the mainland. Volos and Aghios Constantinos are the biggest ports and from there you can catch a bus to central Athens where you can enjoy a weekend break.

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