Attractions near Birds Bay

Lesvos is the green Aegean jewel, an earthly paradise with healing springs and many beaches that charm visitors with perfection of their shape and their clear crystal waters. Lesvos is thought of as a piece of land that was cut from Asia Minor and traveled in the blue waters of the Aegean Sea, a wonderful decorated ship like Stratis Murivilis has mentioned, ‘…which floats free and easy in the sea…’, it is an island of 1630 square km - the third largest of the Greek isles with the most sunniest days throughout the year.

What to see

Museums

The Gogo Museum of Vatoussa exhibits different aspects of village life, with historical photos, clothing, utensils and a gallery of local artists.

Village Life

Perhaps the least known and most charming aspect of Lesvos is the unspoiled life in the traditional mountain villages. Life in these villages goes on as it has for hundreds of years though now modern conveniences like electricity, television and motorized transportation have made it a bit easier. In a typical village like Anemotia (reknown for good quality local wine), life revolves around the main square and the cafés around it.

Wildlife (Birds)

flamigosLesvos is known to the birding world as one of the best locations in Europe to experience migrating birds. The island’s vast and varied landscape offers numerous species of birds exactly what they want and thus, it is a haven for birds and birdwatchers alike that arrive in droves in spring.

Fossilised Forest

Lesvos’ oldest antiquity, situated between Sigri and Eressos. It is one of the wonders of the world and should not be missed. Large pieces of fossilised wood and standing trees cover a large area - it’s estimated that the age of the forest is twenty million years old.

Castles

The castle that crowns Molyvos is from Byzantine times and was later repaired by Francesco Gattelusi. In terms of majesty and size it is the second most impressive on the island.

Monasteries

  • Leimonos Monastery is between Kaloni and Filia
  • Monastery of Agiou Raphael in Thermi
  • Church of the Panagia in Agiassos
  • Church of Taxiarches in Mandamados
  • Ypsilou Monastery in Sigri
  • Panagia Tis Gorgonas in Skala Sykamnia

Where to eat

Our favourites:

Eftalou Restaurant - 6km

Literally on Eftalou beach - right before you reach the well known therapeutic hot spring baths. It has a wonderful selection of fresh fish, grilled meats and perhaps the finest spinach pie (spanakopita) and zucchini pie (kolokithopita) in the area.

Anatoli Restaurant - 6km

Located in Eftalou, plenty of fish, vegetables and meat dishes.  A nice place to eat if you are visiting the hot baths at Eftalou or, just looking for a place to spend the day. The staff are very friendly and all the vegetables come from the owner’s farm.

Captains Table - 5km

Molyvos - it’s one of the finest restaurants on the island. It sets the standard for the restaurants at Molyvos harbour, perhaps the most enjoyable and romantic area to eat on the island.  Owned and managed by Melinda, a talented chef from Australia and her husband Theo. Besides creating excellent sea food and local Greek dishes, there are some Italian pasta dishes and non Greek specials. Extensive mezedes menu coupled with wonderful views of the harbor.

Vafios - 7km

Vafios restaurant is perched above the town of Molyvos on an adjoining mountain in the village of Vafios. It is one of the best tavernas on the island and has the most varied and delicious mezedes available.

Avlaki Restaurant - 250m

In a beautiful location within walking distance from Birds Bay with excellent food and great views of Molyvos. Avlaki restaurant is charming, very clean and professional.