Sailing Holidays in
Lemnos

Myrina provides very good shelter. You can either moor stern-to on the N quay or anchor off-shore.

The Bay of Moudros is one of the largest natural harbors of the Mediterranean. While it is in general safe, it is large enough to develop an uncomfortable swell during strong winds.

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Right South of the NE tip of Limnos there is a nice cove that provides some shelter from the meltemi and good shelter from the southerlies. The best place is to anchor off in 3.

Anchorage Thanos is very attractive and well protected from the meltemi. It is open to S.

Just to the E of the Cape Tigani (frying pan) there is a tiny very attractive cove. It is suitable only when the weather is sheltered for a brief stop.

Just South of Cape Mourtzeflos there is a very pleasant anchorage, sheltered from the meltemi. Anchor at 4-6 m on sand, good holding.

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Kondias Bay is W of Moudros and N of Cape Stavros. It provides good shelter from the meltemi but it is open to the S.

Myrina is built on the west coast of the island of Lemnos, and is the capital of the island. Myrina is famous from ancient years for its amazing ouzo and wine.

Two kilometers away from Myrina, on the way to the vineyards-a growing zone in Mavrampelia, there is the winery of Savvoglou –Tsivolas. The company Limnos Organic Wines, Savvoglou - Tsivolas, has been founded in 2002 for the production and marketing of quality wines made of organic grapes.

Riha Nera is one of the best organized beaches of Lemnos, which is after the Romaikos Gialos. The beach is sandy and features bars, restaurants and watersports.

Romaikos Gialos is one of the main beaches within a walking distance from Myrina Town. The neighbourhood is actually a suburb of Myrina and has lovely Neoclassical houses and narrow streets.

This is one of the most popular tourist resorts in Lemnos lying amphitheatrically right beneath Platy village. This lovely beach stretches for about 700 meters and has various tourist facilities, including umbrellas and sundecks.

The elegant and enchanting Skidi beach is one of the most peaceful beaches in Lemnos. Even though the place is isolated, access is not difficult.

This is a charming beach found 37km east of Myrina Town, on the northern coast of the island. The isolated location brings to the forefront the natural beauty of the landscape and the peaceful atmosphere.

Papia is a picturesque cove surrounded by few greenery, situated 18km northeast of Myrina Town. It is a historical area, as few remains of the Medieval era exist there.

Within a short distance of Thanos village, there is a fantastic sandy beach. Thanos beach is partly organized with umbrellas and sun decks, and partly secluded so that visitors can enjoy total privacy and calmness.

This quiet and serene beach of Agios Ermolaos is known for the breathtaking landscape that surrounds it. Located near the beach is the hamlet of Propouli, and the beach is easily accessible through taxi or private car.

Situated in the far northeastern part of the island, Neftina beach is one of the most stunning sandy beaches of the 100 or so beaches across Lemnos. To reach it, follow the ring road from the capital town of Myrina and move towards Agios Alexandros village.

Keros is an endless beach with soft white sand, distinguished for its natural beauty. It is located on the eastern coast of Lemnos, 32 km from Myrina and 2 km from Kalliopi village.

The unspoiled beach of Avlonas lies 1 kilometre north of Myrina. It is a beautiful non organised sandy beach with mirror-like waters.

Cape Tigani lies on the south western coast of Lemnos, about 8km south of Myrina Town. The cove has a unique circular shape, surrounded by lush green hills mesmerizing the visitors.

Evgatis Beach or Evgati Beach is a beautiful sandy beach that lies in a bay on the south side of the island of Limnos. It is an organized beach with parasols and sun beds for rent.

The beach of Gomati, in the central north of Limnos, is set in a cove, at three kilometers north of the village of Katalakko. Gomati Beach is a quiet beach with clear waters and it has the largest sand dunes of the island.

The beach Havouli is found near the village of Moudros. The beach allocates fine sandy beach and aquamarine waters.

Karvounolakas is a lovely beach situated 10km north of Myrina Town, at a wonderful location just 20 min drive from the centre of the town. This is an isolated bay with soft sand, vast greenery and colorful plantation.

Kokkina beach is the mostly deserted, yet elegant beach in Lemnos. It is situated in the south western region of the cape of Fakos in the Kondias bay.

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In the trick of Mpournias you can enjoy the shallow waters of beach Kotsinas. It is the busiest beach of the region, suitable for children.

Louri is a tranquil and unspoiled beach situated almost at the south east edge of Lemnos Island. There are quite a lot of buses connecting the capital town of Myrina to Louri and other villages around the island all day through.

Makris Gialos is an exquisite sandy beach 36 km from Myrina, the capital town and 7 km from Moudros in the south eastern part of Lemnos Island. The beach has crystal clear waters and it stretches several kilometres.

Megalo Fanaraki is located around 4 kilometres from Moudros. The street is of good quality with asphalt.

Mikro Fanaraki is found in the gulf of Moudros and is around 4 kilometers from the homonym village. The road is of good quality with asphalt.

The long sandy beach of Agios Ioannis is lying 6 kilometres north of Myrina, near the traditional village of Kaspakas. It is surrounded by huge volcanic rocks, has fine sand and crystalline waters.

At a distance of roughly 4 kilometres from the village Panagia, you will find the lovely beach of Zematas. It is very popular beach because of its fine sand, the absence of seaweed but also of waves.