Why go
- Municipal unit in Greece.
History
Mithymna is a town and former municipality on the island of Lesbos, North Aegean, Greece. Since the 2019 local government reform it is part of the municipality of West Lesbos, of which it is a municipal unit. Before 1919, its official name was Μόλυβος - Molyvos; that name dates back to the end of the Byzantine Era, but is still in common use today.
Getting there by ferry
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Mithymna (Lesvos), Greece — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: ferry routes serve the area; routes include Thessaloniki - Lesvos (Mytilene) - Chios - Samos (Karlovasi) - Kalymnos - Kos - Rhodes.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Mithymna (Lesvos), Greece. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.