About Lesvos island
Lesvos is the largest of the Eastern Aegean islands, the birthplace of many renowned personalities of the arts and letters. The most famous among the ones who lived in Lesvos is the ancient lyric poet Sappho and the great philosophers Aristotle and Epicurus. Apart from its cultural wealth, Lesvos is also blessed with a rich environment, verdant forests, endless fertile areas, thermal springs, golden sandy beaches and impressive scenery. Of major interest is the grand capital of Lesvos, Mytilene which is a characteristic example of medieval architecture. The historical and traditional aspect of the town is equally preserved and attracts many tourists. The island offers a plethora of activities for all ages and tastes and a trip to the surrounding villages is worth.
Lesvos is the birthplace of the female poet Sappho. With long history and rich tradition, Lesvos island attracts mostly families and people who are looking for peaceful holidays. The island is dotted with mountainsides and large olive groves. In fact, Lesvos Greece produces high-quality virgin olive oil, apart from the famous ouzo. A very beautiful place is Molyvos, a traditional village constructed amphitheatrically on the slopes of a hill with excellent view to the Aegean Sea and a Medieval Castle on top. Many other beautiful villages and resorts are found around this Greek island as well as interesting sightseeing from all historical periods.
An island with rich culture and family beaches, Lesvos is located on the eastern side of the Aegean. Drive around the island and explore the wonderful villages and sights. Molyvos, Petra, Kalloni, Skala Sykamias and Mytilene are among the most beautiful places on the island. On your way, visitors shall also discover many sights, from roman aqueducts to Byzantine monasteries and castles. Holidays in Lesvos are particularly popular among families and can be combined with the neighboring island of Chios.
It is very easy to get to Lesvos. There is a daily ferry to Piraeus and Chios and regular trips to the ports of Mirina in Limnos, Thessaloniki and Kavala. Mytilene is also an intermediate port of the outlying island line which connects Alexandroupolis with Rhodes.
In the summer months there are also alternative itineraries to the Cycladic islands. The Chios – Piraeus itinerary is also serviced by high-speed boats which make the trip in about 8 hours.
There are daily flights to Thessaloniki and Athens (flight duration approx. 45 minutes), as well as scheduled flights to Limnos, Chios, Samos, Rhodes and twice a week to Crete.
Lesvos is the largest of the Eastern Aegean islands, the birthplace of many renowned personalities of the arts and letters. The most famous among the ones who lived in Lesvos is the ancient lyric poet Sappho and the great philosophers Aristotle and Epicurus. Apart from its cultural wealth, Lesvos is also blessed with a rich environment, verdant forests, endless fertile areas, thermal springs, golden sandy beaches and impressive scenery. Of major interest is the grand capital of Lesvos, Mytilene which is a characteristic example of medieval architecture. The historical and traditional aspect of the town is equally preserved and attracts many tourists. The island offers a plethora of activities for all ages and tastes and a trip to the surrounding villages is worth.
Lesvos is the birthplace of the female poet Sappho. With long history and rich tradition, Lesvos island attracts mostly families and people who are looking for peaceful holidays. The island is dotted with mountainsides and large olive groves. In fact, Lesvos Greece produces high-quality virgin olive oil, apart from the famous ouzo. A very beautiful place is Molyvos, a traditional village constructed amphitheatrically on the slopes of a hill with excellent view to the Aegean Sea and a Medieval Castle on top. Many other beautiful villages and resorts are found around this Greek island as well as interesting sightseeing from all historical periods.
An island with rich culture and family beaches, Lesvos is located on the eastern side of the Aegean. Drive around the island and explore the wonderful villages and sights. Molyvos, Petra, Kalloni, Skala Sykamias and Mytilene are among the most beautiful places on the island. On your way, visitors shall also discover many sights, from roman aqueducts to Byzantine monasteries and castles. Holidays in Lesvos are particularly popular among families and can be combined with the neighboring island of Chios.
It is very easy to get to Lesvos. There is a daily ferry to Piraeus and Chios and regular trips to the ports of Mirina in Limnos, Thessaloniki and Kavala. Mytilene is also an intermediate port of the outlying island line which connects Alexandroupolis with Rhodes.
In the summer months there are also alternative itineraries to the Cycladic islands. The Chios – Piraeus itinerary is also serviced by high-speed boats which make the trip in about 8 hours.
There are daily flights to Thessaloniki and Athens (flight duration approx. 45 minutes), as well as scheduled flights to Limnos, Chios, Samos, Rhodes and twice a week to Crete.