Hike· Kythnos· Greece — Cyclades
Vryokastro Ancient Site Hike (Kythnos)
37° 24.5′ N · 24° 23.7′ E
The ancient capital of Kythnos, inhabited from about the 10th century BC to the 7th century AD, on a headland between Merichas and Kolona. Excavators found an undisturbed temple sanctum with more than 1,400 offerings, and the hill looks straight down on Kolona.
Practical
Kythnos Route 6 leads to Vryokastro. It is a short climb from Episkopi beach or from the Merichas-Kolona road; length and time were not published. Features include a sanctuary of Demeter on the acropolis, a twin temple with two altars, and an ancient harbour mole over 100 m long in Mandraki bay where Roman statues were found in 2008-09. The islet of Vryokastraki lies off the point. There is no shade and no fee information. Position from OpenStreetMap.
Best for
Archaeology walk with a view over Kolona