Spinalonga
Plaka, Greece
A Venetian island fortress that served as a leper colony until 1957. Boats run from Plaka, Elounda and Agios Nikolaos; allow an hour or two on the island.
- Nearest town
- Plaka, Greece
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 35.2975, 25.7390
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June–August and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Camping SissiCampsite21 km from Spinalonga
All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Spinalonga?
Spinalonga is in Plaka, Greece, at GPS 35.2975, 25.7390. It is about 4 km from Elounda.
Can you camp near Spinalonga?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Sissi, about 21 km away; within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Spinalonga?
Spinalonga is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Eastern Crete: Lasithi, Spinalonga and the palm beach of Vai.
What is there to see near Spinalonga?
Places worth a stop nearby: Dikteon Cave (31 km), Toplou Monastery (44 km), Vai Palm Beach (48 km) and Knossos (52 km).
When is the best time to visit Spinalonga?
The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June–August and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)