Alyki & Chortarolimni Wetlands
Λίμνη Αλυκή / Χορταρολίμνη
A brackish lagoon wetland on the east of the island. Flocks of flamingos winter here in the cooler months, making it an important birdwatching site.
Alyki Lake and the neighboring Chortarolimni Lake lie on the eastern side of the island. They are seasonal brackish lagoons and part of the EU Natura 2000 protected network. From autumn through to early spring, hundreds of greater flamingos and many other wading birds winter here. In summer the water evaporates, leaving a crust of salt. There are no facilities at the lake. It is best to bring binoculars and watch from a distance, and avoid disturbing the flocks.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Keros Beach
- Sanctuary of the Kabeiroi
- Hephaestia
- Kotsinas Castle & Maroula Statue
- Poliochni
- East Mudros Military Cemetery
- Moudros Bay
- Faraklo Volcanic Rocks