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Spinalonga Fortress Island
Spinalonga combines Venetian ramparts with the later history of its leprosy colony. Reaching the island requires a boat, making it a separate outing from nearby Elounda.
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The island’s walls and streets reveal more than one chapter. Venetian defenses guarded the bay; later residents lived within the same enclosure during the leprosy-colony years. The setting across from Plaka also makes the distance from the mainland part of the experience.
What to look for
Venetian fortification walls around the island
Streets and buildings from the later settlement
Views across the water toward Plaka and Elounda
Useful to know
Confirm both boat service and island opening before travelling.
Set aside time for the crossing as well as the walk on the island.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 90–150 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
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