Hike· Kefalonia· Greece — Ionian, Saronic & Argolic
Assos Castle Walk
38° 23.3′ N · 20° 32.6′ E · approximate
A climb from the village up into the Venetian fortress, one of the largest in Greece, with ruins, chapels, Venetian cannons and big views down the west coast.
Practical
Coordinate approx: castle plateau west of the village. Entry free. Built 1593–95 by Marino Gentilini; never used in battle, partly because it had no spring. No water up top — carry your own.
Best for
Morning walk before the heat