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A Majestic Lighthouse and One of Antikythera's Main Attractions
The Apolytares Lighthouse, located at the southernmost point of Antikythera Island, first began operation in 1926, powered by oil. Though it remained inactive and suffered considerable damage during World War II, it was reactivated in 1945 as part of the reconstruction of Greece's lighthouse network. Initially fitted with a temporary acetylene lamp, it continued to shine until 1953 when repairs were completed and new oil-powered lighting was installed.
In 1983, the lighthouse was modernized, becoming automated and converting to solar power. Today, it flashes twice every 15 seconds and boasts a visibility range of 17 nautical miles.
The lighthouse is a charming stone structure, with a round tower attached to a single-story keeper's house. The house once served as the home of lighthouse keepers and their families, from 1926 until the mid-1980s. Among the notable keepers was Russian Admiral Nikolaos Filorosof, a key figure in the lighthouse’s history. After the mid-1980s, the Greek Navy withdrew its personnel, though the lighthouse was briefly manned between 2004 and 2007. Since then, it has been periodically maintained by the lighthouse keepers of Kythera and the Greek Lighthouse Service.
Standing tall at 23 meters with an internal diameter of 2.2 meters, the lighthouse tower offers breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and coastline. It is perched 80 meters from the sea’s edge, at a focal height of 45 meters, making it a striking landmark against the backdrop of Antikythera’s rugged beauty.
To visit the lighthouse, you can either take a boat ride or embark on a hiking adventure. The lighthouse is approximately 3 nautical miles from the village of Potamos, and it takes around 2.5 to 3 hours on foot to reach this stunning spot.