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Paleopolis Tower (Castello Gattilusi)

Medieval site Near Palaeopoli, ~6km from Kamariotissa

  • Paleopolis Tower (Castello Gattilusi)

A Venetian-era defensive tower built to guard against pirate raids, still standing on a hilltop above the ancient city.

About

  • AreaNear Palaeopoli, ~6km from Kamariotissa

  • TypeMedieval site

Full description

Built during the Venetian occupation to defend against pirate raids, this hilltop tower near ancient Palaeopoli is a different layer of the island's history from the Hellenistic and Roman ruins nearby — medieval rather than ancient.

The exterior is accessible (the interior isn't open to visitors), and the weathered stone walls are intact enough to make out the original construction. The hilltop position, chosen for defence, now doubles as one of the better viewpoints over this stretch of coast.

Therma

North coast

Therma

Thermal village

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Practical essentials

Trip logistics, sorted

Direct flights, daily island ferries, and year-round coastal weather — everything you need before arriving.

AXD Airport • Port • Highway

Getting here

Fly directly into Alexandroupolis Airport (AXD, 10 min from centre), catch the daily Samothraki ferry, or arrive via Egnatia Odos highway.

Arrivals & transport
May – Oct beaches • All year

When to go

Warm Aegean summers for Makri beaches, prime birdwatching during spring & autumn migrations in the Delta, and mild winters for coastal dining.

Best time to visit
Promenade • Ferries • Parking

Good to know

Evening seafront promenade pedestrian hours, central parking insights, and essential tips for booking the Samothraki ferry in advance.

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