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Venetian Castle of Assos

4.4(925)Closed · Wednesday from 08:00📍 Erisos, Kefalonia

Venetian Castle of Assos is a fortification on Kefalonia, in Erisos. Expect steps and uneven stone underfoot; morning or late afternoon is the comfortable time to walk it in summer.

Google reviewers give it 4.4 out of 5 across 925 reviews, a solid sample.

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Tours, boat trips & tickets

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The essentials

Where: Erisos, KefaloniaThe Ionian Islands
Address: Erisos 280 84
Type: Castle & fortress

Opening hours

Monday	08:00–22:00
Tuesday	08:00–22:00
Wednesday	08:00–22:00
Thursday	08:00–22:00
Friday	08:00–22:00
Saturday	08:00–22:00
Sunday	08:00–22:00

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Frequently asked

Where is Venetian Castle of Assos?

The address is Erisos 280 84, in Erisos, Kefalonia, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What are the opening hours at Venetian Castle of Assos?

The hours published on Google are: Monday: 08:00–22:00; Tuesday: 08:00–22:00; Wednesday: 08:00–22:00; Thursday: 08:00–22:00; Friday: 08:00–22:00; Saturday: 08:00–22:00; Sunday: 08:00–22:00. Many places in Greece keep seasonal hours, so check before a special trip.

Is Venetian Castle of Assos worth it?

It holds 4.4 out of 5 from 925 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.

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