Lesbos island Aegean Village Molivos / Molyvos / Mithymna / Molivos
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Category
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Village |
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Coast / inland
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Coast |
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Region
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North of Lesvos |
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Beaches
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Pebble stone beach |
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Highlights
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Castle, harbour, tavernas, Agora |
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Local bus service
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Yes |
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Map available
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No |
Local information
Molivos is a delightful town in the north part of the Greek Aegean island of Lesvos/Lesbos, dominated by its ancient hilltop castle and with phenomenal sea views. The winding cobbled streets reveal the tranquillity of traditional Greek life, majestic town houses, painted in reds and greens, alongside an array of stylish tavernas, bars and shops. Molivos has a range of mini-markets nearby as well as a good baker and butcher. Nightlife is unsophisticated and mainly centres on the lively harbour front with its many tavernas and bars, some with live music, as well as the occasional nightclub.(Fewer bars, shops etc open in low season) Molivos has an open-air cinema in peak season, with films in English and
Agora (shopping street) with wisteria above you to provide some shade while shopping.
5 kilometres from Eftalou where you can relax in the local hot springs.
Molivos is build around the hills so al lot of accommodation do have great sea/bay views.
The agora is the main shopping street with all nice shops, 2 pharmacies and lots of tavernas.
Molivos lively harbour has many options for a great romantic lunch/dinner or just for having a drink in your favourite bar.
Molivos/Molyvos has several ATM cash machines or exchange option for your currency
History
Also known as Mithymna, legend will have us believe that one of the five daughters of the Mythical King Makara ruled the town during the middle ages. Mithymna was a formidable woman and much admired by her adversaries who fought gallantly for the town and it's riches
Molivos means "lead" in Greek and the name was given to Mithymna by the Turks.
However, or whoever gave the town its name it has become today one of the most visited and popular tourists attractions on the island and is a town of stunning beauty and historical importance
Archaeology
There are several archaeological and a the ancient city of Molivos is hidden above harbour area and at several places around the village. People still find hidden ruiens.
Beaches
Molivos has a long coast line with pebble stone beaches, at the far end you will find a sandy beach with some more privacy. Some public showers but no public toilets. No lifeguards present
Entertainment
Open air cinema
Concerts in Molivos castle just look her for the program
Open air club, beach bar and several tavernas
Several internet cafés
Local activities, trips
Diving, swimming, tennis, walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, wind-surfing, water skiing and mountain-biking.
Bird watching in spring and autumn and Molivos is about half an hour from the gulf of Kalloni where many interesting birds can be spotted (120 seen by guests!).
Mountain bikes can be hired locally.
Donkey treks can be arranged with local travel agents.
You can snorkel around the rocks off Molivos.
Molivos beach, pebble stone and small sandy beach.
Boat trips along the coast with swimming and barbeque are wonderfully relaxing.
Hiking - several routes and guides will take you to breathtaking areas
Safari jeep trips - look at Safari link for more options
Boat trips - several options to near beaches or areas
Car rental - look at car rental link for more options
Restaurants - look at restaurants link for more options
Donkey trekking - day and night trips
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Mitilini airport 60 km from Molivos |
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Molivos beach
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Mitilini harbour 55 km, Molivos harbour 500 metres |
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Molivos village, shops, ATM
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Transport Transfer
There are reasonably good bus services across the island, especially between Molivos and Mitilini. In May to September there is a local bus service all day long from Eftalou to Molivos to Petra and then to Anaxos and back. However, there is a less frequent winter service. There is a taxi rank just outside the town and fares are reasonable. A car is really not necessary within Molivos but if you wish to explore the whole island it would certainly be an advantage. There is a large port in Mytilini with daily sailings to Athens (about 9 hours) and Chios, and also frequent sailings to Limnos and Rhodes.
Domestic flights to Athens take about 45 minutes (Aegean and Olympic Airways). Direct charter flights from the UK (Gatwick and Manchester) are from May to Mid October on Thursdays. Otherwise you have to fly via Athens (Easy jet, Olympic and British Airways). There are also direct flights from Holland, Norway and Germany in the summer. ). In season the changeover day for rentals is Thursday.
Notes
Shops are open from 10.00 hours to 24.00 hours or later depends on the season.
Tavernas wil open until 01.00 or later depaends on the season
Important phone numbers
| Police (tourist) |
yes |
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Molivos |
+302253071222 |
| Doctor |
yes |
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Molivos |
+302253071333 |
| Dentist |
yes |
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Molivos |
+302253071132 |
| Taxi service |
yes |
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Molivos |
+306974463299 |