Wander through tunnels, underground galleries, and vaulted passages of New Fortress of Corfu and you'll feel like you've been transported to the Venetian age of nobles and knights. Perched on the hill, it affords panoramic views of the old port and the city of Corfu. Venetians built this fortress in two levels between 1576 and 1645 using stone from nearly 2,000 houses and churches. Notice the winged Lion of St. Mark on the Royal Gate and its two bastions, remarkable examples of defensive architecture. A stone building from the British rule houses a museum of ceramic art as well as a small cafe. It couldn't be easier to arrange your visit to New Fortress of Corfu and many more Corfu Town attractions: make an itinerary online using Klarna Trips Corfu Town trip itinerary builder website.
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Corfu needed enhanced fortifications and this latter addition to the Old Fortress protected Old Corfu Town; it was linked by underground tunnels to other entrances in the Old Fortress. The defensive.... more
Corfu needed enhanced fortifications and this latter addition to the Old Fortress protected Old Corfu Town; it was linked by underground tunnels to other entrances in the Old Fortress. The defensive.... more »
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The Old Fortress of Corfu is surely one of the most impressive fortifications works in Europe. It is the first thing to see as you approach Corfu Town. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a.... more
The Old Fortress of Corfu is surely one of the most impressive fortifications works in Europe. It is the first thing to see as you approach Corfu Town. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a.... more »
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I was lucky to get inside half an hour before closing (and was not charged for entry because of the late hour) - the walls are thick and impressive, the whole structure is massive but not much of...
I was lucky to get inside half an hour before closing (and was not charged for entry because of the late hour) - the walls are thick and impressive, the whole structure is massive but not much of... more »
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Awesome place! It's a must if you visit Corfu. The entry is free and you have a great view of the town if you climb to the top. When is very warm outside, here you can find some shade so you can cool down. I totally recommend visiting this awesome place at least one time. Also great spot for taking pictures.
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The New Fortress of Corfu stands opposite the Old one on the other side of old town, which is spread between them. It was also built by the Venetians, but later, during the 17 and 18 c. The fortress looks impressive with very massive walls and fortifications and is free to visit without an entry fee. However, the working hours are very odd, as it is open only until 3PM.
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views are stunning, would benefit from some information boards or a guide book so you can learn about its history and where to actually go. Seems alot of it is in accessible to the public. better off going to the old fort.
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I had a wander around the grounds early May 2022..... Fantastic views across Corfu Town and beyond. No entrance fee, very clean and interesting architecture.
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Fabulous fortress. We had a job to find the entrance as we could see no signs and google maps let us down. Best to use the what three words app and enter rockets.glaze.highs this will take you to the beginning of the steep walk to the top. Really interesting but would be great to have some information boards.
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