Schinoussa has a relatively smooth landscape and most places on the island can be reached on foot. Its highest point, Mylos, is at an elevation of 133m. Its coastline, however, is highly indented, wit ...

The entire island is part the network of Natura 2000 biotopes.  Schinoussa’s flora mainly comprises two types of Mediterranean vegetation, the maquis (tall bush which mainly includes Kermes oaks (Quer ...