Karpathos with Ale Map is the most comprehensive guide to the Greek island of Karpathos, written by someone who has known it for years: Alessandro Di Martino, author of the book "The Island I Wasn't Looking For" and creator of karpathosconale.com.
Not a generic guide. A personal selection of everything truly worthwhile.
🏖 BEACHES
All the island's beaches with detailed descriptions, how to get there, what to expect, and Ale's honest opinion. From Apella to Amoopi, from Achata to Kyra Panagia.
🥾 HIKING
Hiking routes with tracks, difficulty, times, and real-life photographs. Suitable for both beginners and experienced hikers.
🪁 KITESURFING
Karpathos is the European capital of kitesurfing. Find all the spots, schools, wind forecasts, and tips for every level.
🍽 RESTAURANTS AND BARS
Selected restaurants, tavernas, and bars. The "Ale recommends" badge indicates the places Ale personally frequents.
🛵 RENTALS AND TRANSPORT
Car rentals, scooters, ATVs, taxis, buses, and ferries: everything you need to get around the island.
☀️ WEATHER
Real-time local weather forecasts, wind conditions for kitesurfing, and a UV indicator.
🗺 INTERACTIVE MAP
All the places on the island in a single map. Find what's near you at a glance.
🧭 PERSONALIZED QUIZ
Answer a few questions and the app will suggest the right places for you: sea, adventure, relaxation, or culture.
✈️ PRACTICAL INFO
AOK Airport, ferries to Rhodes and Athens, local buses, taxis, and everything you need to know before arriving.
📖 THE BOOK
Section dedicated to the book "The Island I Wasn't Looking For" — the personal account of how Karpathos became part of Alessandro's life.
Available in 5 languages: Italian, English, German, Dutch, and Swedish.
All location information works offline — useful on the island where the internet can be unstable.
The definitive guide to Karpathos: beaches, trekking, kitesurfing, and tips from Ale