ATHLETIC TOURISM
The Municipality of Syros – Hermoupolis in cooperation with the Syros Nautical Club, the Tennis Club and other clubs enables all guests, young and old, to enjoy unique experiences trying out their skills in a variety of sports and water sports such as:
- Canoe-Kayak
- Beach Volley
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Water Skiing
- Sailing
Sporting events
AegeanBall Festival
The Stoiximan AegeanBall Festival was born as an idea from the international basketball player Giorgos Printezis. For many years, the Greek athlete envisioned a basketball event, which would provide social support to his homeland, Syros, but also promote it touristically. The vision became a reality in the summer of 2016, creating a unique Streetball Event. The Municipality of Syros – Ermoupoli, Progame, ATHLORAMA and the South Aegean Region created the conditions for it to become an international sports institution. In just three summers, Syros entered the frame of the basketball world, as great sports personalities paraded from Miaouli Square.
Vikeleia
The Vikeleia is a sporting events institution in honour of the first President of the Committee of the Olympic Games, Dimitrios Vikelas who originated from Syros.
Swimming Lessons
Every July, Voulgari Beach invites young swimmers of the island between the ages of 5 to 12, to attend a series of swimming lessons and show the level of their skills in order to win a commemorative diploma in Triathlon.
Fishing Contest
During the summer months of July and August, the island is organizing a fishing contest for the sports enthusiasts.
Beach Volley
Every August the municipality of Syros, organizes a beach volley contest, for the lovers of this sport.
Bicycle Racing
Of course, the island could not fail its biker friends for whom the municipality organizes every year the bike race in Posidonia, with the help of various public bodies, during October and November.