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Tsagkarada
Spend a half‑day at the Milopotamos/Fakistra beach; stay one night if you want a relaxed seaside evening.
Tsagkarada is a tiny coastal village on the northeast side of Mount Pelion. The main attraction is the long, pebbly Milopotamos/Fakistra beach, reachable by a short walk from the village. Buses from Volos run a few times daily, so a day‑trip is feasible, but an overnight stay lets you enjoy sunset and a quiet dinner.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited services)
- Airport
- VOL
- Nights
- 1
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tsagkarada112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tsagkarada, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Greece-wide
- SIM or eSIMCosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.Greece-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland.Greece-wide
- TippingTaverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.Greece-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greece-wide
- SafetyTsagkarada is safe; main risk is slipping on wet rocks at the beach – wear proper shoes.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 166 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysArchaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 08:00–15:00 or 17:00) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Archaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 8:00 AM–3:00 PM or 5:00 PM) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Greece-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportVOL Nea Anchialos (Volos) Airport (Bus or taxi about 30 min to Tsagkarada).
- Getting aroundVillage is walkable; KTEL Volos buses (≈30 min) connect to Tsagkarada a few times daily.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a beach café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€35 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€50 (≈ US$60)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €45 (≈ US$55) · High €70 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- VOL Nea Anchialos (Volos) Airport (Bus or taxi about 30 min to Tsagkarada)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Feb
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Mar
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
not flagged
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Nov (9 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tsagkarada: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Feb
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Oct
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
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Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Village is walkable; KTEL Volos buses (≈30 min) connect to Tsagkarada a few times daily. Taxis are scarce; arrange pickup in Volos.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Chorefto
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
KTEL Volos bus to Milopotamos, then a 10‑min walk
Historic stone houses and a small harbour.
Agios Ioannis
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
Bus to Milopotamos, then 15‑min walk uphill
Scenic viewpoint over the coast.
Milina
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 20 min
Bus to Milopotamos, then 20‑min walk along the coast
Quiet fishing village, good for a coffee.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Local guesthouses
Simple rooms near the beach; book in summer
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (double)1 × 1 night × €35 | €35 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €30 | €60 |
| Round‑trip KTEL Volos bus (adult)2 × €12 · Check schedule for summer frequency. | €24 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × €10 · See /topics/esim-for-travel-how-it-works-and-how-to-set-it-up | €20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €14 |
| Trip total≈ €77 per person per day, bed included | €153≈ US$180 |
Seasonal rates; check availability.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a beach café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Fresh fish grill plate | €8–12 (≈ US$10–14) |
| Taxi Volos → Tsagkarada (≈30 km) | €35–45 (≈ US$45–55) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedule is limited in off‑season; check the KTEL Volos timetable (check).
- Beach can be crowded in July‑August; arrive early for a spot.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 166
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Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance166
Embassy
US consulate in Thessaloniki; Greek embassy in Washington, D.C.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Volos → Tsagkarada, KTEL bus: about €6 (≈ US$7) each way (check schedule)
Say or show
- Συγγνώμη — Excuse me / Sorry (see-GNO-mee)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (ef-ha-ree-STO)
- Πόσο κοστίζει; — How much is it? (PO-so ko-STEE-zee)
- Μπορώ να δω το μενού; — Can I have the menu? (bo-RO na do to me-NOO)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tsagkarada. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bus‑ticket purchase guide for KTEL Volos (check).
- Map of walking routes between Tsagkarada, Milopotamos and Fakistra.
Sources
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