Kaiser's Throne (Pelekas)
Θρόνος του Κάιζερ
A hilltop viewpoint above Pelekas village where Kaiser Wilhelm II once watched sunsets, with sea views on both coasts of Corfu.
The viewpoint is on a hill behind Pelekas village, about 270 metres above sea level. It takes in the west coast's Glyfada and Kontogialos beaches and the island's central plain, and looks east toward the Old Town. It is said that the Kaiser often came here from the Achilleion Palace to watch the sunset, hence the name. It is free; park in the village and walk about 5 minutes. It gets crowded around sunset. Pelekas itself is small and charming, and you can have dinner at one of its tavernas.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Glyfada Beach
- Aqualand Corfu
- Agios Gordios Beach
- Achilleion
- Kanoni & Vlacherna Monastery
- Pontikonisi
- New Fortress of Corfu
- Archaeological Museum of Corfu