Kremasti Village

Kremasti is one of the largest and busiest settlements on the northwest coast of the island. It is 12 kilometers from the city of Rhodes and 4 kilometers from the “Diagoras” International Airport.

In the center of Kremasti is the Holy Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary, also known as the Holy Church of Panagia tis Katholikis, where every year from August 14 to 23, takes place one of the largest pilgrimages of the Dodecanese and one of the largest festivals of the island. On the same days, the Panhellenic Handicrafts and Agricultural Economy Exhibition is held, attracting thousands of visitors every year.

If you want to explore the traditional settlement of Kremasti, walk through its narrow streets. One of these roads will lead you to the hill where the Knight’s Fortress of the 14th century AD is located. Today, are preserved two vaulted rooms, the outer walls and the Monastery of Saint Nikolaos, which was built later.

The Kremasti’s Library is an architectural gem of the Doric style, in the village square. Built in 1927 at the expense of the Kremasten America “Elpis” association, it has a rich and rare book collection.

Kremasti has many accommodations, shops, restaurants and cafes. It is also one of the most popular destinations for kitesurfing and windsurfing fans.