Old Fortress (Palaio Frourio) - Photo 1

Old Fortress (Palaio Frourio)

attraction· 3 min from marina (168m)

The Venetian-built Palaio Frourio (Old Fortress) sits on a rocky headland jutting east from Corfu Town, originally a natural promontory now cut off from the mainland by a moat — making it unlike any other fortress you'll find in Greece. Dating back to the 14th century, it rises across two dramatic peaks and encloses layers of history within its massive walls. It's the kind of place where the views and the sheer age of everything around you genuinely stop you in your tracks.

Opening Hours

Nov 01-Mar 31: 08:30-15:30
 Apr 01-Oct 31: Mo-Su 08:00-20:00
 easter -2 days 12:00-17:00
 easter -1 day 08:30-15:30
 easter off
 Dec 25-26 off
 Jan 01 off
 Mar 25 off

Seasonal - hours may vary

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