Potami - Waterfalls - Tsourlei - Potami, Hiking trail and waterfall in Karlovasi, Samos, Greece.
The Potami waterfalls feature cascading water formations surrounded by dense plane trees, ferns, and native vegetation within a river-carved canyon approximately one kilometer from the trailhead.
The area contains historical remnants dating to the 14th century, including the Church of Metamorphosis, considered the oldest church on Samos, and a nearby Genoese castle positioned strategically on the hillside.
Local tavernas integrated into the landscape provide traditional refreshments while Samos Hikes operates guided tours that educate visitors about the region's natural heritage and ecological significance.
Access begins five kilometers from Karlovasi city center with parking available at Potami beach, followed by a one-kilometer hike along the river to reach the first waterfall.
Visitors can swim through a small pond to discover the first two-meter-high waterfall, then climb cliffsides or follow wooden steps to reach a second, larger cascade higher upstream.
Location: Δημοτική Ενότητα Καρλοβασίων
Operator: Samos Hikes
Address: Ποτάμι, Neo Karlovasi 832 00, Greece
GPS coordinates: 37.78334,26.67018
Latest update: July 4, 2025 09:38
Discover a selection of the most attractive natural pools and waterfalls in Greece, spread across islands and mainland regions. These sites are known for their basins shaped by rocks or set within dense vegetation, often featuring clear water from streams or torrents. This list includes characterful beaches, natural pools, dramatic falls, and hidden lakes, suitable for a refreshing swim or a nature getaway, ranging from the Peloponnese to Epirus, including the Cyclades and Macedonia.
Tunnel of Eupalinos
24.9 km
Heraion of Samos
22.7 km
Teos
45.2 km
Pythagoreion
26.1 km
Azmak Creek
49.4 km
Dilek Peninsula National Park
50 km
Kerkis
7.6 km
Sığacık Castle
46.8 km
Pythagoreion and Heraion of Samos
22.7 km
Karvounis
13.5 km
Dracanum
29.2 km
Pythagoras Cave
6.2 km
Vronta Monastery
16.3 km
Archaeological Museum of Vathi at Samos
27.3 km
Melia
48.9 km
Natural History Museum of the Aegean
22.2 km
Archaeological Museum of Pythagoreio
25.9 km
Agios Spyridonas
27.4 km
Moni Timiou Stavrou
19.6 km
Old castle of Pythagoreion
26 km
Evangelistria Monastery, Samos
8.1 km
Theatre of the Pythagoreion
25.3 km
Nealia Beach
35.5 km
Drakanou Tower
29.2 km
Theoktistis Monastery
50.4 km
Church of Ai-Giannaki, Ano Vathy
27.9 km
Megali Panagia monastery
18 km
Church of Zoodoti Christou, Steli
49.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes