Skala Eressou Holidays

Skala Eressou holidays – Amazing beach and great tavernas
Skala Eressou holidays offer a very pleasant relaxed beach resort on the south-west coast of the island of Lesbos surrounded by the green plain of Ersesos that attracts a huge amount of wildlife.  Skala Eressou is the main resort on the west of the island of Lesbos. Holidays in Skala Eressou revolve around the amazing sandy beach and the charming main square. Holidays in Skala Eressou offer lots of appealing tree-shaded tavernas, cafes and bars by the water’s edge. Dining in Skala Eressou is more interesting than at most Greek beach resorts, with plenty of authentic Greek food and some excellent fish. Skala Eressou holidays also offer the original village which is away from the coast and also has quite a lot of charm .Old mansions, authentic traditional cafes, tavernas and little shops are found here in a well-organised pleasant village free of traffic.

Holidays in Skala Eressou – Popular with gay women
Many consider Skala Eressou beach as the best on the island of Lesbos. Skala Eressou holidays are particularly popular with gay women with many businesses run by gay couples. The area became popular with lesbians due to its association with the ancient Greek poet Sapho. Skala Eressou holidays are also popular with families and honeymoon couples, drawn by the friendly relaxed atmosphere, tavernas serving authentic and interesting food and above all a superb beautiful stretch of wide sandy beach that continues for nearly 2 miles. The western end of the beach has areas for nude sunbathing. The water here is clear and very good for swimming.  Another sheltered Skala Eressou beach is found by the picturesque harbour. Yet more sand and a pretty fishing port are found at Sigri 6 miles north of Skala Eressou.

Skala Eressou holidays – Attract birdwatchers and nature lovers
Holidays in Skala Eressou attract birdwatchers and nature lovers drawn by the huge amount of migrating birds in the region and the lake with its storks and tame turtles. This flat area is perfect for bicycles and horse riding. North of Skala Eressou is the petrified forest, a local tourist attraction.