Discover Limnos
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Exploring Limnos
The island is the 8th largest in Greece at approx 470 square kilometres. It’s generally flat over the majority of the island making it accessible and relatively easy to get around and explore. Limnos has over 30 villages throughout the island, each with it’s own character and usually a taverna, cafe or winery to try out too.
Getting Here
Scheduled flights operate daily from Athens, Thessaloniki & nearby islands. If you need any further info just drop us a line.
Getting Active
With a world-class kite surfing and windsurfing location at Keros beach, these are some of the main activities people flock to the island for. Reliable winds during summer and an 8km stretch of Caribbean like water make Keros a highlight for those into wind sports or just looking to hang out and watch some of the action.
Mountain Biking – if you are a keen biker and you’ve got your own mountain bike than bring it with you. Now with Strava, it’s easy and a great way to explore Limnos. Most routes are based around Myrina but it’s also possible to chart your own course as you can pick your way from village to village and not get too lost! There is a good set of challenging rides to suit all levels.
Kayaking & SUPing – You can hire from the surf centres at Keros or if you have your own gear it’s a great way to get away from the beachfront and explore the coast, coves and secluded bays on your own. The beaches around Fanaraki and Havouli are particularly spectacular. With the new range of inflatable SUP’s, they’re a great addition to any travellers kit.
Alternative Tourism
Horse riding tours are available from the Ifaistos Farm near Plati Beach. The welcoming Vicky & Kostas take great care of their animals and have been breeding horses for many years. They’ll be happy to show you around their farm and get you saddled up for a relaxing ride down to the beach or through the nearby hills. A great experience particularly for families.
Trekking & Bird Watching – OK, it may not get many pulses racing but with our own salt lake and protected fauna on Limnos, there is a plentiful array of bird species to search for. Combine with a trek through some remote villages, stopping for a frappe or spot of lunch on the way, finishing with a swim on a quiet beach and you’ve got a great day out off the tourist trail!
Photography – we’ve lost count of the number of photos of the amazing Limnos sunsets we have taken over the years; but it still never ceases to amaze. With so much unique beauty scattered around, the whole island is a photographers dream. Bright clear days make the colours jump out and from landscapes, historical sites, interesting portraits, wildlife and sports; you’ll be kept busy. Don’t forget to grab a torch and head to the castle in Myrina at dusk for the best sunset shots and then do some night shooting back along the harbour and Romaikos.
Amazing Beaches
If there is a best kept secret for Limnos, than it must be our amazing beaches. Shallow crystal clear waters, perfect sandy beaches and a choice of “organised” or quiet locations. They say there is over 100 beaches on Limnos and although we haven’t counted, we’ve lost count of the number of great beaches we’ve spent our summer days on.
From the famous Keros Beach, with its kite surfing, to quiet coves just for yourself or plenty of serviced beaches with bars and sun lounges, there is plenty of choice and if you want to stay away from the crowds, it’s easy to achieve.