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Old Fortress
Castle4.6 · 12 3084.4 · 3 564≈ 1 h 30 minEntry: ~10 €
The Old Fortress of Corfu (Palaio Frourio) is an imposing 16th-century Venetian citadel built atop a rugged rocky promontory east of Corfu Old Town. Separated from the mainland by the seawater moat Contrafossa, the fortress withstood numerous Ottoman sieges. Visitors can explore ancient ramparts, British military barracks, the unique neoclassical Church of Saint George, and a hilltop lighthouse offering 360-degree views of the Ionian Sea.
Highlights
- Imposing 16th-century Venetian sea fortress separated by the Contrafossa moat
- Unique neoclassical Church of Saint George styled like an ancient Doric temple
- Historic summit lighthouse commanding 360-degree views across Corfu and the sea
- Preserved stone bastions, gun emplacements, and a collection of Byzantine art
Opening hours
| Mon | 08:00 – 20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Wed | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Thu | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Fri | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Sat | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Sun | 08:00 – 20:00 |
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