Saint Theodore Lighthouse (Agios Theodoros)

Kefalonia » Sights » Saint Theodore Lighthouse (Agios Theodoros)
Updated

Sunset views Historical sights
Saint Theodore Lighthouse (Agios Theodoros) Fanari Argostoli Kefalonia

In Kefalonia island, near Argostoli there was built a small, but charming lighthouse, which can be accessed quick and easy. Saint Theodore Lighthouse (or known also as Fanari or Agios Theodoros, Φάρος Αγίων Θεοδώρων in Greek) is situated between the capital of the island, Argostoli and Lassi village, directly next to the coastal road.

Saint Theodore Lighthouse is not just a tiny attraction of Kefalonia, but from the whitewashed columns of the lighthouse the sunsets are amazing. The lighthouse of Argostoli is one of the most popular attractions near Lassi and Argostoli, offering a picturesque theme for holiday photos in Kefalonia Island.

St. Theodore Lighthouse Fanari in Kefalonia Island Greece
  • Known as: Saint Theodore Lighthouse, Argostoli Fanari, Lighthouse of Agios Theodoros, Φάρος Αγίων Θεοδώρων
  • Location: Kefalonia south
  • Address: Cephalonia Argostoli 281 00, Greece
  • Coordinates and map: 38.191427, 20.467929
  • Access: asphalt road
  • Facilities: –
  • Entry fee: – (free)
  • Opening hours: 0 – 24
  • Villages nearby: Argostoli, Lassi

Where to stay: click here for apartments and hotels in Kefalonia Island!

Where to find St. Theodore Lighthouse in Kefalonia Island

The access of St. Theodore Lighthouse, or known as the Lighthouse of Agios Theodoros in Kefalonia Island is quite easy, because it is situated just 3 kilometers away from the north outskirts of Lassi and Argostoli. The building of the lighthouse was built next to the road, which connect these villages on the small peninsula in the north, or if you are not sure to find, just follow the exact coordinates which we shared above its location.

Location and access of Agios Theodoros Lighthouse in Argostoli and Lassi

The nearest attraction to Agios Theodoros Lighthouse is a geographical phenomenon of Kefalonia, known as the Sinkholes of Argostoli (Katavothres), which is literally within sight.

Where to find St. Theodore lighthouse in Argostoli Kefalonia island

The history of Agios Theodoros Lighthouse

The original idea of ​​the small Kefalonian lighthouse came from the English governor of the island, who decided in the 1820s to build a beacon structure for safer ship traffic in the area of Argostoli. St. Theodore Lighthouse was completed within a few years and was used from 1828.

St. Theodore lighthouse Argostoli, Kefalonia island


The Lighthouse of Agios Theoros made the navigation of ships and local fishing boats much easier even on stormy nights, the fishermen of the island were extremely grateful for this useful construction. The lights of the tower could warn the boats for the nearness of the rocky coastline, and navigating to the port of Argostoli became significantly easier.

St. Theodore lighthouse, otherwise known as Fanari between Lassi and Argostoli

The building stood almost unchanged throughout the history of Kefalonia Island until 1953, but unfortunately it was almost completely destroyed by the great earthquake. The design of the new lighthouse of Agios Theodoros began almost immediately after the catastrophic earthquake at the original location, but the works ended just 7 years later.

A footpath leads to the rock reef that serves as the lighthouse's home

The constructors tried to build the lighthouse in Kefalonia with a similar exterior as the first one, capturing its original look. Some old photos helped in the complete restoration of the Lighthouse of Argostoli, and the works were successful.

The Lighthouse of Agios Theodoros is an interesting sight near Lassi and Argostoli, offering great sunset views

St. Theodore Lighthouse, or also called Fanari by the Greeks (The word ‘Faros’ means ‘Lighthouse’), is 8 and a half meters high, the circular building is surrounded by numerous columns. Many tourists and locals walk or drive out here, because it is listed as one of the attractions of Kefalonia Island and an answer for what to see in Argostoli and Lassi.

Agios Theoros Lighthouse in Argostoli is one of the best lighthouses to visit in Kefalonia Island

It is expecially popular in the early evening to see the sunsets, because you can take stunning photos with the Agios Theodoros Lighthouse in the background. This place is considered one of the best places to watch sunsets on the island of Kefalonia.

Best sunsets in Kefalonia Island at the lighthouse of Agios Theodoros in Argostoli

One of the best features of this nice lighthouse of Kefalonia is very easy to acces. Visitors can find it 3 kilometers north of the popular holiday resort of Lassi and the capital of the Kefalonia Island Argostoli. It lies directly along the road, practically a minute’s drive from the other nearby attraction, the Sinkholes of Argostoli, which is a local geological interest with a water mill wheel.

The place where the lighthouse was built, is a small rocky reef, which is approx 100 meters long, and can be reached by a small concrete footpath.

Best sunset watch in Lassi and Argostoli in Kefalonia Island at St. Theodore Lighthouse

The closest beach to the lighthouse of Agios Theodoros is the shallow Fanari beach, which offer calm waters and child friendly capabilities in front of the Camping of Argostoli. Other mentionable beaches in the area are Kormoran beach and Kalamia beach, while other famous beaches of Lassi, such as the famous Makris Gialos beach or Platis Gialos beach are situated further away, approx. 4-5 kilometers from this attraction.

Kefalonia accommodation apartments and studios