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Leros Island Travel Guide: 46 reviews and 147 photos

Small island - big problems

The island of Leros doesn't seem to be a popular tourist location. It offers small beaches and it can be only reached by vessels as the airport of Partheni needs modernization.

In the middle od the 20th century Leros' economy was dependent mainly on prisons and mental hospitals. This resulted in numerous jokes told among Greeks. During the rule of the military junta, opposition members were sent to Partheni. The local mental hospital presently accepts patients with the most complicated mental problems.

The other problem is the name of the island. In Greek 'lera' means 'dirt'. Greek 'Tha tilioso sti Lero' ('I'll end up in Leros') or 'The sou pao Lero' ('I'll send you to Leros') are quite popular in neighbouring islands.

Not so many visitors

During World War II Leros hosted Italian, German and British Mediterranean forces. Not many guests have been visiting the island – it doesn’t look impressive, nor does it have any considerable tourist infrastructure.
It was in the 1990’s that European tourist offices started re-discovering Leros.

Worth visiting indeed

Leros offers beautiful views and very friendly atmosphere. It is a great place to spend a day or two, just to walk around, enjoy the environment, take some pictures. Have a look at my Leros pages :-)

Last visit to Leros Island: Sep 2005
Intro Updated Mar 26, 2007
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Reviews (12)

Lose your heart Tourist Traps (1)

Beware! You can easily lose your heart in Leros! ;-) Many people who visit the island fall in love with its atmosphere... more travel advice

The Castle Things to Do (7)

The castle of Leros was built by the knights of St. John’s Order. It is located high above Pandelli and Platanos. It can... more travel advice

Ferry Transportation (2)

The easiest way to reach Leros is to take a ferry or some other boat. It won't be expensive. Numerous ferries come to... more travel advice

Along the shore of Agia Marina and Platanos - Leros Island

Along the shore of Agia Marina and... Restaurants (2)

On your way from the bay of Platanos down to Krithoni you will see numerous local tavernas. Some of them are closed and... more travel advice

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matcrazy1 Oct 22, 2006 at 2:35 PM

Interesting and enjoyable information in intro. Outstandin pictures. Lovelly little street and windmills. I'd love to be send to Leros just now!
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Elenitsa Jun 25, 2006 at 9:23 AM

Hi Adam! Going back to Leros in October for the first time since 1991! Looks like it hasn't changed much!
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nickandchris Mar 14, 2006 at 4:42 AM

Lovely photos here. We thought it a great island.