World Lighthouse Day 2024 – Which beautiful lighthouses in Greece will be open to visit?

On August 18, eighteen lighthouses will be open to the public from 10:00 to 14:00 and 17:00 to 20:00 – See the list.

On International Lighthouse Day, August 18, visitors will have the opportunity to explore eighteen lighthouses across Greece. The lighthouses will be open to the public from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 17:00 to 20:00.

The lighthouses available for public access on August 18:

Megalo Embolo – Thessaloniki (Access to the tower: YES)

Akrotiri – Santorini (Tower access: NO)

Arkitsa – Fthiotida (Tower access: YES)

Moudari – Kythira (Tower Access: NO)

Gourouni – Skopelos (Tower Access: YES)

Keri – Zakynthos (Tower Access: YES)

Kranai – Gytheio (Tower Access: YES)

Melagavi – Loutraki (Access to the tower: YES)

Plaka – Limnos (Access to the tower: NO)

Koraka – Paros (Access to the tower: NO)

Alexandroupoli – Alexandroupoli (Access to the tower: NO)

Tainaro – Laconia (Access to the tower: Only in the surrounding area)

Kaki Kefali – Chalkida (Access to the tower: YES)

Vasilina – Evia (Access to the tower: NO)

Doukato – Lefkada (Access to the tower: YES)

Katakolo – Ilia (Access to the tower: YES)

Drepano – Patras (Access to the tower: YES)

Antirriou Castle – Nafpaktos

This initiative allows the public to experience these maritime landmarks’ rich history and scenic beauty. Visitors should visit the Lighthouse Service website for more information on each lighthouse’s history, features, and directions.

The International Association of Lighthouse Keepers established World Lighthouse Day in 2003, which is celebrated every year on the third Sunday of August.

This initiative was made to inform people about the importance of lighthouses and all the naval tools used for safe navigation. It also highlights the importance of lighthouse keepers, who often work under difficult conditions.

Souce: GCT–Paul Antonopoulos