Lemnos

Lemnos - North-Eastern Aegean Islands (Greece)

Lemnos (Limnos) is a volcanic Greek island in the north-eastern Aegean Sea. The island is located south of the islands of Thassos and Samothrace and northwest of Lesbos. Lemnos is the 8th largest island in Greece. It has a coast length of 260 kilometres and and covers an area of 476 square kilometres. Capital of the island is Myrina (Mírina) which is located on the southwest coast of the island and counts 8,000 inhabitants. The island has about 17,500 residents.

Lemnos is, in contrast to most Greek islands, less mountainous. There are many plains and low hills, the highest point of Lemnos is 399 meters. Staying on the island is very pleasant because it is versatile. On the island are some small forests and lots of fertile plains which include its numerous vineyards.

The beautiful capital Myrina we consider to be the major attraction of the island. Here lies the imposing castle. The charming town erupts full of life in the summer, because there are shopping streets, a picturesque fishing port, fantastic tavernas, seafood restaurants, bars and ouzeri's. In and just outisde the town are several nice beaches. Nice beaches are not only near Myrina but all over the island!

To discover Lemnos good, it is advisable to rent a car. The roads on the island are very good and because the island is so mountainous, every corner of the island can be reached within one hour. There are dozens of traditional villages on Lemnos, the best we found are Kontias, Kontopouli, Thanos, Kaspakas and Platy. In almost every village are exceptionally beautiful churches.

Sights and tips Lemnos

1. Myrina castle
2. The ancient sites of Ifestia, Kavirio and Poliochni
3. The many wetlands of the island (including Bay of Moudros)
4. The cave of Filoktitis at Kavirio
5. The traditional villages such as Kontias, Kontopouli, Kaspakas, Thanos and Platy
6. The desert-like area at Katalako and Gomati
7. The many beautiful beaches such as Richa Nera, Mikro and Megalo Fanaraki, Thanos, Platy, Evgatis, Chavouli
8. Dozens of historical as well as impressive churches all over the island

The beaches of Lemnos

Across the island are many beautiful sandy beaches. One of the most beautiful ones we found is the beach of 'Richa Nerá' near Myrina and the beach of 'Mikro Fanaraki' at Moudros. Other beautiful beaches are Platy, Thanos and Evgatis south of Myrina and the beaches of 'Megalo Fanaraki' and 'Chavouli , south of Moudros. Of course there are many more great beaches and quiet coves.
 

Wetlands and deserts of Lemnos

Because the island has large and deep bays, there are many wetlands naturally formed. These wetlands you see near the Moudros bay, the bay of Diaporo and Ifestia. Many migratory birds pass through here, such as swans, flamingos and wild ducks. That’s why, the island is also popular to nature lovers and bird watchers. In the northwest of Lemnos is the village Katalako. Between the village and the beach of Gomati is an exceptional natural area that consists of dunes and deserts. Very impressive are  akes Alykes and Chortarolimni in the east of the island.
 

Walking and cycling on Lemnos

Lemnos is ideal for taking walks and bike rides. The roads are good and quiet,  the scenery is very beautiful. There is much to see and visit on this island, either on foot, bike or car.

Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Λήμνου

Ο Δήμος Αγίου Ευστρατίου είναι δήμος της περιφέρειας Βορείου Αιγαίου που συστάθηκε με το Πρόγραμμα Καλλικράτης και προέκυψε από την αναγνώριση σε δήμο της προϋπάρχουσας ομώνυμης κοινότητας.

Η έκταση του δήμου είναι 43,3 τ.χλμ και ο πληθυσμός του 257 κάτοικοι, σύμφωνα με την Απογραφή του 2021.

Περιλαμβάνει το νησί Άγιος Ευστράτιος και ανήκει στην Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Λήμνου της Περιφέρειας Βορείου Αιγαίου.

Ο Δήμος Λήμνου ιδρύθηκε με βάση το Πρόγραμμα Καλλικράτης. Ανήκει στην Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Λήμνου της Περιφέρειας Βορείου Αιγαίου και περιλαμβάνει το νησί Λήμνος. Συστάθηκε από τους τέσσερεις προϋπάρχοντες δήμους του νησιού:

• Δήμος Μύρινας
• Δήμος Μούδρου
• Δήμος Ατσικής
• Δήμος Νέας Κούταλης