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Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos

Molyvos, Greece

History

A hillside town on northern Lesbos of stone houses, tiled roofs and cobbled lanes above a fishing harbour, crowned by a castle on the site of the ancient acropolis. Climb the lane from the agora to the castle for a view rated among the island's best.

Nearest town
Molyvos, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
39.3708, 26.1650

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and November. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

Featured in these trip guides

Aegean
Scenic byways

North Aegean: Lesbos, Chios and Samos

337 km6 stops6 days

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Campsites nearby

  • Molivos Camping (CLOSED)Campsite
    2 km from Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos
    OSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos?

Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos is in Molyvos, Greece, at GPS 39.3708, 26.1650. It is about 215 km from Ouranoupoli.

Can you camp near Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Molivos Camping (CLOSED), about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos?

Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: North Aegean: Lesbos, Chios and Samos.

What is there to see near Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos?

Places worth a stop nearby: Petrified Forest of Lesbos (31 km), Nea Moni, Chios (111 km), Mesta and the Mastic Villages, Chios (126 km) and Sanctuary of the Great Gods, Samothrace (137 km).

When is the best time to visit Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesbos?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)