Landmark· Ithaca· Greece — Ionian, Saronic & Argolic
Alalcomenae (Aetos Ancient Site)
38° 21.7′ N · 20° 41.1′ E · approximate
Hilltop ruins of an ancient town and acropolis above the narrow Aetos isthmus that joins Ithaca's two halves, with views over both the Molos gulf and the Ithaca channel.
Practical
Coordinate approx: estimated summit above the isthmus. No facilities; a steep scramble. Best combined with a lunch stop at Exo Aetou.
Best for
Ruins and views over both coasts
Nearby
- Exo Aetou Bay0.5 NM away
- Pisaetos Ferry Port (No Anchoring)0.9 NM away
- Cave of the Nymphs (Marmarospilia)1 NM away
- Dexa Beach Snorkel (Ithaca)1 NM away
- Easywash Laundry & Showers (Vathi, Ithaca)1.4 NM away
- Perachori Wine Festival (Ithaca)1.4 NM away
- Lazaretto Islet (Vathi)1.5 NM away
- Vathi Harbour (Ithaca)1.5 NM away