Ferry Harbour Rhodes

Ferry Rhodes

Hibiscus flowers and white houses influence the appearance of Rhodes

White houses, pink hibiscus flowers, crystal clear sea and a clear blue sky: that is Rhodes. The Greek island that is the main island of the 12 Dodecanese islands is situated in the eastern Aegean Sea.

About 125,000 people live on the island with its total area of approximately 1,400 square kilometers.

Half of them live in the seaport Rhodes which is at the same time the most important location of the island and its attraction. Rhodes is situated at a distance of more than 400 kilometers from Athens.

By ferry to Athens or to Turkey

Those tourists who want to enjoy the beauty of the Mediterranean on their journey to the Greek holiday paradise should take the ferry to Rhodes. The ferry Rhodes – Piraeus is perfect for all the tourists who want to visit the Greek capital on the one hand and to explore Rhodes on the other.

And even the car can be taken to the island. Moreover, tourists love to go by ferry from Rhodes to Marmaris in Turkey. The distance between Rhodes and the Turkish coast is only about 17.5 kilometers.

Tourists who plan excursions to other Greek islands can take the ferries from Rhodes to Symi or Rhodes to Santorini or to other destinations. www.ocean24.de provides detailed information about the ferry connections and the timetable.

3,000 hours of sun

With about 3,000 hours of sun Rhodes is said to be one of the sunniest regions in Europe. Between May and September there are hardly any raindrops. The eventful history influenced the inhabitants and the architecture.

Today two modern bronze deer statues flank the entrance of Mandraki harbor. According to legend they are situated right there where the feet of the Colussus might have stood. History lovers will be amazed by the historic buildings and party lovers can enjoy Rhodes’ exciting night life.