Kritinia
Kritinia is one of the best preserved and most beautiful fortresses in Rhodes.
Unlike most other known castles on the east coast, Kritinia Castle, like nearby Monolithos, was built in the 15th century during the Venetian Republic.
Visit Kritinia Castle - entrance fee
The ruins are very well preserved and illustrate the original shape of the fortress. The castle is located about 4,5 km from the village of Kritinia and 4 km from the port of Kamiros Skala.
Like most monuments of this kind in Rhodes, the castle is accessible free of charge 24 hours a day.
You can enter all indoor and outdoor areas of the fortress, from where you can enjoy absolutely stunning views of the coastline and the nearby island of Chalki.
How to get there
The castle can be reached by car on a signposted asphalt road.
On-site parking is free and the distance from Rhodes Airport is 41 km.
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