Landmark· Samos· Greece — Dodecanese, Sporades & North Aegean
Castle of Lykourgos Logothetis (Pythagorio)
37° 41.3′ N · 26° 56.4′ E
The tower-castle on the hill above Pythagorio harbour, linked to the 1820s revolutionary leader Lykourgos Logothetis, now houses a museum on Byzantine life, Aegean fortress architecture and the island's history.
Practical
Walk from the harbour; the castle hill overlooks the old harbour mole. Exhibits include architectural pieces, pottery, coins and lead seals with a projection room. Check current opening hours locally.
Best for
Harbour views and a short history fix from the quay
Nearby
- Archaeological Museum of Pythagoreio0.2 NM away
- Pythagorio Fishermen's Festival (Samos)0.2 NM away
- Pythagorio Harbour (Samos)0.2 NM away
- Pythagorio Port of Entry - Port Police (Samos)0.2 NM away
- Pythagorio Provisions & Chandlery (Samos)0.2 NM away
- Pythagorio Waterfront Tavernas0.2 NM away
- Samos Dive Center (Pythagorio)0.2 NM away
- Samos Young Artists Festival (Pythagorio)0.4 NM away