Euboea Regional Unit

The Euboea Regional Unit is an administrative region in Central Greece that covers the country's second largest island along with several smaller islands in the Aegean Sea across about 4,167 square kilometers. The territory spans eight municipalities and connects the mainland with the islands through natural straits and bridges.

The area was transformed from a prefecture into a regional unit in 2011 through the Kallikratis reform, which consolidated several administrative districts under a new structure. This reorganization created the current administration and shaped regional identity in its modern form.

The eight municipalities across the region maintain their own customs and regularly celebrate with Greek music, dance, and local food traditions that shape daily life. Walking through the villages, you notice these practices in the town squares and when people gather together.

You can reach the region across the Evripos Bridge from the mainland or by regular ferry services departing from several coastal terminals. It helps to plan ahead whether you want to drive or use public transportation.

The regional capital Chalcis sits where ocean currents in the strait reverse direction several times daily, creating a natural phenomenon. This spectacle fascinates visitors standing by the water as they watch the rapid direction changes happen.