Spotting Potami in Samos: Metamorphosis Church, Potami Beach and Hippy’s Place

Now that we have our rental scooter, Dutchman and I have started exploring Samos Island. One of our first stop that left a very long and positive impression on us, that we even both agreed to come back here another time, is Potami in Karlovasi (northwest of Samos).







This is Potami in a nutshell but there are other attractions and cool places in the area as well, so read along...



The Metamorphosis Church



As we slowly approached Potami, we saw this white and idyllic (chic-styled if I may add) small Orthodox Church. Something told me to stop by and we were glad we did. The church sits on a rock cliff and is also a viewing point! From its viewing platform are stunning views of the Potami Beach below.



As for its name, I have no idea why it is called the Metamorphosis Church.





















I highly suggest a quick stop over here for the scenic views.



Potami Beach



This beach is very distinctive because of its two side by side bays that is beautifully separated by a rock. Potami Beach is a pebble beach and the area has many interesting rock formations, there is even a waterfalls nearby in the forest and a river for those seeking a little bit of adventure and a change of scenery.

















There are tavernas on the main street and on the beach as well, and we went to check out the hip one located right on the water.



Hippy’s Place



Oh wow, what a cool lovely place!



And it looks like all the customers here were Greeks? Not sure if they were all local ones from Samos or vacationing Greeks from other parts of the country.













Having an ice cream and iced tea break from the hot scooter ride. This is indeed a very hip place.

















We are so coming back here and we’ll spend a day to laze on the beach, enjoy the cool atmosphere and music of Hippy’s Place and have lunch at another cosy open-air lounge restaurant along the main road.