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What Is Happening In Leros: 12-18 June, 2026

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What Is Happening In Leros: 5-11 June, 2026

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Leros Express ferry

Leros Express (Local Ferry) – Updated Timetable

Leros Express ferry
Leros Express, a local ferry from Agia Marina port, offers an additional option alongside the well-known Blue Star Ferry and Dodecanese Express. Check the timetable and contact details for a flexible island-hopping experience in Leros....

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Lakki town, Leros
Lakki town- Photo by Markos Spanos

Discovering Leros: A Guide to Orientation on the Greek Island

Lakki town, Leros
Lakki town- Photo by Markos Spanos
Discover Leros, a mid-small Greek island located in the southeastern Aegean Sea, and learn about its dimensions, rugged coastline, and six main bays: Xirokampos, Pandeli, Alinda, Blefoutis, Partheni, and Gourna. This guide includes information on Leros's location, size, and unique...

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Leros Orientation Map

Find your way around the island with our easy-to-use Leros orientation map! This map highlights key towns, villages, and roads, helping you navigate like a pro....

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Explore Leros Museums – 2026 Summer Museum Hours

Discover Leros' fascinating museums and plan your cultural adventure! This guide details each museum's unique offerings and includes updated summer 2025 opening hours....

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Check in to Leros

A Captain’s Guide to Checking into Leros with Your Sailing Vessel

Check in to Leros
A Captain's Guide to Checking into Leros, Greece - Navigate the bureaucratic waters of Leros effortlessly with this comprehensive guide. From passport stamping to decoding the Greek cruising tax, set sail for a hassle-free check-in experience in this enchanting Aegean...

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Leros Animal Welfare Association

Flora Koutozou- The Leros Animal Welfare Association

Leros Animal Welfare Association

This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]

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Anna Tachliambouri – Women Without Borders

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Driven by the need to amplify female voices in Leros, Anna Tachliambouri balances her roles as Municipal Councillor and President of "Women Without Borders" to support families and children. Her work bridges the gap between local government and social action...

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Greece Protomagia

The Dual Soul of Greece’s Protomagia (May 1st)

Greece Protomagia
In Greece, May 1st is a profound collision of two worlds: the sweet scent of wildflowers and the defiant spirit of labor. From the ancient tradition of weaving May wreaths to the solemn tribute of International Workers’ Day, Protomagia is...

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Anna Asvesta: The Heart of Leros’ Hospitality

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Meet the woman shaping hospitality on one of the Aegean’s most authentic islands. Anna Asvesta shares her insights on leadership, the charm of island life, and the art of "hosting" in a world of mass tourism....

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Merikia, Leros
Merikia, Leros

Lakkí – Katsouní: Discover One of the Most Beloved Routes in Leros

Merikia, Leros
Merikia, Leros
Discover the breathtaking Lakkí - Katsouní hiking trail in Leros! Explore crystal-clear waters, stunning landscapes, historic WWII sites, and hidden beaches. A must-experience adventure in nature! 🌿...

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Nicos Focas

Forget the Heels: Surviving and Thriving on Leros

Nicos Focas
After 50 years of Athens galleries and city lights, Nicos Phocas traded his "posh" urban lifestyle for the rugged reality of Leros. From surviving winter power cuts to outsmarting "friends" looking for a free Airbnb, here is the unfiltered truth...

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Leros at Easter

Leros at Easter

Leros at Easter
Experience the magic of Easter in Leros, where tradition, faith, and community come together in a breathtaking island celebration. From solemn processions to joyous feasts, discover the unique customs that make Pascha in Leros unforgettable. Stay tuned for the full...

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Easter in Leros

Easter Time: Food & Dining on Leros

Easter in Leros

As the scent of spring flowers mingles with the salty Aegean breeze, Leros begins to stir from its winter slumber in anticipation one of the island’s most vibrant celebration. While […]

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Anna Karpathaki: Bringing Leros Its First Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant

This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]

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Lefteris Diamantaras: The Soul of Theater on Leros

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This article is part of our series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]

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The Person Behind the Feeding Stations – Isabelle Manevy of Leros

This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]

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Nikos Kafentzis: Connecting Leros’ Past with Its Present

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This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]

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Michalis Kontrafouris: Veterinarian and Former Mayor of Leros

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This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]

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Nicos Phocas: A Journey of Service, Culture, and Care for Leros

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This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]

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Flying Kites and Spiritual Renewal in Leros on Clean Monday

Leros clean Monday kites

“Clean Monday,” known as Kathara Deftera in Greek, is a cherished annual celebration in Greece, marking the beginning of Great Lent. This significant day falls seven weeks before Greek Orthodox […]

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Leros on the Plate: Where Food Becomes Memory

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What is it that makes a destination linger in your memory? The landscapes, the people, or the flavors that stay with you long after you leave? In Leros, the answer […]

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Dimitris Isichos: From Vineyards to Archives, Life in Leros

dimitris isichos leros interview

This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]

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Michael Winters at his room hotel with his Leros linocuts (7 November 2025)

Michael Winters: Six Decades of Art and Inspiration on Leros

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Michael Winters at his room hotel with his Leros linocuts (7 November 2025)

This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]

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Fanouris Kontogiorgakis – A Cycling Champion Shaping Leros

Fanouris kontogiorgakis leros cycling bikes

This article is part of our new series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]

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PATRIARXEIO lerou

The “Patriarchate” of Leros – History and Contemporary Spiritual Heritage

PATRIARXEIO lerou

Among the well-known landmarks of Leros, there is a building which, despite bearing a profound historical and spiritual legacy, remains largely unknown to the wider public, as information about its […]

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Frantsesko DiPierro: Guardian of Leros’ History

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This article is part of our new series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]

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Walking Route: Saint Fanourios – Skoumparda

SKOUMPARDA SUNSET leros

The Saint Fanourios – Skoumbarda walking route is not simply a recreational walk, but a journey through the island’s wartime history. The ruined observation posts, underground tunnels, and fortifications stand […]

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Kalliopi Karpathaki: Rooted in Leros, Guided by the Sea

Karpathaki Kalliopi artmis leros boatyard

This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we introduce individuals from the island who stand out through their stories, passions, and the meaningful ways […]

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Leros Express ferry
Daily life in Leros

Leros Express (Local Ferry) – Updated Timetable

Leros Express, a local ferry from Agia Marina port, offers an additional option alongside the well-known Blue Star Ferry and Dodecanese Express. Check the timetable and contact details for a flexible island-hopping experience in Leros.

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Lakki town, Leros
Orientation

Discovering Leros: A Guide to Orientation on the Greek Island

Discover Leros, a mid-small Greek island located in the southeastern Aegean Sea, and learn about its dimensions, rugged coastline, and six main bays: Xirokampos, Pandeli, Alinda, Blefoutis, Partheni, and Gourna. This guide includes information on Leros’s location, size, and unique features that make it a must-visit destination for nature and beach lovers.

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Essential Information

Leros Orientation Map

Find your way around the island with our easy-to-use Leros orientation map! This map highlights key towns, villages, and roads, helping you navigate like a pro.

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