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Folegandros vs Sifnos
Which Greek island should you actually pick?
Pick Folegandros for
a romantic trip, going off the beaten path, nature, value for money
Pick Sifnos for
beaches, nightlife, food, family
At a glance
| Folegandros | Sifnos | |
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| Region | Cyclades | Cyclades |
| Cost | €€€ | €€€ |
| Crowds in August | Quiet | Moderate |
| Best months | May, Jun, Sep, Oct | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Getting there from Athens | 7h ferry | 7h ferry |
Scored side by side
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Folegandros
The catch
Tiny island with very limited beaches. Getting harder to reach and increasingly discovered by the "anti-tourist tourist" crowd.
Hidden gem
Walk the old donkey path from Chora down to Agali bay at sunset — 40 minutes, no traffic, just the sea below.
Sifnos
The catch
Gets very busy with Athenian weekenders in summer. Small island that can feel crowded despite low international profile.
Hidden gem
Order revithada (slow-cooked chickpea soup) at Lembesis in Artemonas — it's been bubbling in a clay pot since dawn Saturday.
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