Dodecanese
Kassos
The most remote inhabited Dodecanese island — and one of the most overlooked.
Getting around
Scooter friendly
Cost
€€€
In peak season
Quiet
Best months
May, Jun, Sep, Oct
From Athens
Flight or ferry
In pictures
Kassos
Kassos is a small, barren island between Karpathos and Crete that very few tourists visit. It has a proud maritime history — the island was devastated by an Ottoman massacre in 1824 — and a local character that is almost entirely unaffected by tourism. The landscape is stark and striking, the people are famously warm, and the experience of being there feels like genuine discovery.
How it scores
- Beaches
- Nightlife
- Food
- Culture
- Nature
- Family
- Accessibility
- Value for money
The catch
Very limited facilities. Visiting requires commitment and flexibility with ferry schedules.
Where it sits
Dodecanese, Greece
Kassos — frequently asked
- When is the best time to visit Kassos? +
- The best months to visit Kassos are May to October. It's very quiet, even in August, so even peak season is workable.
- How do you get to Kassos from Athens? +
- Kassos has an airport, so you can fly direct from Athens in under an hour or take the ferry.
- Is Kassos good for couples? +
- Kassos is a charming pick for couples, especially shoulder season.
- Is Kassos good for families with kids? +
- Kassos is a solid family option, though you'll want a car for the best beaches.
- Is Kassos expensive? +
- Kassos is one of the cheaper Greek islands.
- Do you need a car on Kassos? +
- A scooter or ATV is the easiest way to get around Kassos. Buses cover the main routes but a scooter unlocks the quiet beaches.
- What's the catch with Kassos? +
- Very limited facilities. Visiting requires commitment and flexibility with ferry schedules.