Castle of Myrina
Κάστρο Μύρινας
A Byzantine-Venetian fortress perched on a volcanic headland at Myrina's harbor, with wild deer roaming between its walls. It is the island's top spot for watching the sunset.
Myrina Castle stands on a volcanic headland between the two bays of Myrina, the island's capital. It can be traced back to an ancient acropolis, and its surviving walls were mainly built in the Byzantine, Genoese and Ottoman periods. Walk up the stone steps from the old town for about 20 minutes. Inside, herds of fallow deer roam freely. At sunset you can look over Myrina harbor and Romanos Beach, and on clear days you can even see Mount Athos in the distance. Entry is free. Wear non-slip shoes and bring water.
Opening hours
Open all day; free admission
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Museum of Lemnos
- Myrina & Romeikos Gialos
- Platy Beach
- Thanos Beach
- Agios Ioannis Chapel, Kaspakas
- Panagia Kakaviotissa
- Therma Hot Springs
- Portianos War Cemetery