Unspoilt Aegean colour for peaceful holidays with a scent of authenticity and pristine nature that will enthrall you
Leros is in the This corner of the Aegean sea, where song and rhythm, sun and sea co-exist harmoniously, was chosen by the goddess Artemis to build her throne. And ever since people have built castles, temples, monasteries and homes which respect the natural environment and historical heritage, preserving the special, unadulterated character of architecture on the islands of the Dodecanese.
Wherever you look, your eyes are greeted by beautiful sights. Low-lying hills inscribe shapely lines along the horizon, endless verdant planes reach languidly for the sea. And the Aegean, full of light; its waves joyfully cartwheeling into coves, bays and harbours sheltered from the winds and adding their silkiest caress to serene shores. This is Leros. Authentic and human, it invites you for family holidays on an island where the herb-scented breeze will blow away all your cares. Modern tourist facilities, unique beaches with numerous options for water sports and remarkable cultural events will make your stay unforgettable.
Nereye bakarsanız bakın, gözlerinizi muhteşem bir manzara selamlar. Alçak tepeler ufuk boyunca düzgün çizgiler çizer ve uçsuz bucaksız düzlükler denize ulaşır. Ve ışıkla dolu Ege’de dalgalar çemberler çizerek koylara, haliçlere ve körfezlere ulaşır. Burası Leros! Buradaki otantik hava sizi ve ailenizi bütün kaygılarınızdan uzaklaştıracak bitki kokularının estiği adaya getirecek. Modern turistik tesislerin yer aldığı ve su sporları ile kayda değer kültürel aktivitelerin yapıldığı eşsiz sahiller sizlere unutulmaz anlar yaşatacak.
Things to do in Leros
„Agia Marina“
Traditional residences, stately homes and Italian buildings in ochre and terracotta form a harmonious architectural ensemble. An idyllic, romantic place with the windmill that seems to float in the sea and a view to the entrance of the large bay where the natural harbour is situated.
This is the capital of the island. Along the ridge of the hills a cluster of windmills gazes out at the sea. Indubitably, a place where the stunning view of the Aegean will keep you sipping at that coffee a little while longer.
With an atmosphere all of its own, this fishing village is rightly considered to be one of the most picturesque spots on the island. A little gift to the sea, welcoming fishing caiques as well as luxurious pleasure craft and enchanting all-comers with the simplicity of its beauty.
In the north-east of the island the castle dominates the skyline like a sleepless guard keeping vigil over the entire region, from Patmos and Kalymnos to the coast of Asia Minor. In the Castle you will find the church of the Holy Mother which celebrates on August 15th with a big feast, as well as the church Museum with priceless sacred objects. Take a stroll ascending to the beautiful neighbourhoods of Platanos. The view is something else! The sky, the sea and the works of humanity in an apotheosis of harmony.
Built entirely of local stone in 1925, the two-storey stately home houses the Historical Museum, the Folklore Museum, the Press Museum and the Municipal Art Gallery and Library.
War Museum
A network of subterranean and above-ground ammunition depots nowadays constitutes a museum with a wealth of exhibits that will catapult you through a history of combat.
Saint Isidorus
A picturesque church built on an islet connected to the mainland by a small strip of land, as photogenic as the many couples who have tied the knot there.
Delve into history
If you like scuba diving, the sea around Leros boasts a seabed with a rich ecosystem, caves and a lot of shipwrecks from World War II. Equip yourselves accordingly and dive into places where the clock has stopped and the Aegean has quietly gone about its business of preserving the past.
Dive into tasty cuisine
The freshest fish, delicious local meat and herbs from the fields are the basic ingredients that make up the cuisine of Leros. Make sure you try patsavouropita, the local version of yiaourtopita ( Greek yoghurt cake) and quench your thirst with a local beverage known as “gavafa”.
Virgin Mary of Kavouradena
One of the most delightful and picturesque churches of the island is near Ksirokampos village, built on a rock on the coastline.