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LemnosNorth Aegean island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Flat volcanic island with sand dunes, a big castle and lots of sand beaches.
- Ferry
- From Lavrio or Kavala, few weekly
- Villages
- 2
- Beaches
- 2
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
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From Lavrio or Kavala, few weekly
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Lemnos?
From Lavrio or Kavala, few weekly
Where should I stay on Lemnos?
Popular bases include Myrina, Moudros. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Lemnos?
Highlights include Pachies Ammoudies, Poliochni.
What are the best beaches on Lemnos?
Well-known beaches include Keros, Platy. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Can ferries to Lemnos be cancelled because of wind?
Yes, it can happen. Strong north winds (the meltemi, mostly July and August) can delay or cancel sailings, smaller fast boats first. Check the wind forecast for your travel day and confirm with your ferry company or the port authority before leaving.
Which islands are near Lemnos?
Other islands in the North Aegean include Lesvos, Chios, Samos, Ikaria, Thassos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Lemnos in the North Aegean?
Yes. Lemnos is part of the North Aegean island group in Greece.
Guides about Lemnos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.