Villas in Evia
Travel guide
Our guide to Evia
Evia, Greece's second largest island, sits snuggly against the east coast of the mainland. Its towering peaks are a playground for hikers, and its coastline offers numerous possibilities for seafront fun.
Getting there
Fly to Athens and then drive (2hr - 3hr depending on where you're staying on the island).
Good to know
- Surface area: 3,684km2 (approx)
- Population: 192,000 (approx)
- Highest point: Mount Ochi (1,394m)
- What’s in a name?: Evia (or Euboea) was once called Macris, Doliche, Euripos, Chalcis and Negroponte
- History: In the 8th century BCE, Chalcidians (from Evia) established Greek colonies at Naxos, Messina and Catania in Sicily
- Curious fact: Evia is the second largest of Greece’s islands after Crete
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From our local specialist
From our local specialist
"Evia is an island with a varied coastline and a rugged, mountainous interior, so if you’re a lover of sports and outdoor pursuits, there are plenty of options to choose from. Particular favourites include sea kayaking, horse riding, hiking and wind surfing."
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