One possibility how it gets this name is that if it is viewed from afar the island gets the contour of a mouse. According to a Greek legend the boat of Odysseus was turned into this island by Poseidon. You can reach the island by a small boat which leaves from the small port opposite.
Is Mouse Island worth a visit?
It's most definitely worth a visit. Three Euro for the boat trip . You can't come to Corfu without visiting Kanoni and Pontikonisi (Mouse Island). We're here towards the end of the season so it's lovely and quiet with perfect temperatures.
Can you swim to Mouse Island?
At a very short distance from the mainland, there is another landmark in the part of Corfu, which is Mouse Island. It is so close that it seems you can swim to it. This island is not connected to the mainland and is reached by boats parked nearby. Mouse Island got its name because of its size.
What is the history of Mouse Island?
Mouse ('Pontikonisi Island' in Greek, due to its shape from above) is an islet with the Byzantine chapel of Pantokrator. According to the legend, Pontikonisi was the boat of Odysseus which was turned to this green rock by the God Poseidon during a storm.
What is Mouse Island famous for?
Mouse ('Pontikonisi Island' in Greek, due to its shape from above) is an islet with the Byzantine chapel of Pantokrator. According to the legend, Pontikonisi was the boat of Odysseus which was turned to this green rock by the God Poseidon during a storm.
Why is Mouse Island in Corfu called that?
Can you swim to Mouse Island Corfu?
Gives you a nice view over the Kanoni peninsula. If you are not a swimmer, you can take a boat to the island.
Can you go on Mouse Island?
On Mouse Island a religious celebration takes places on the 6th of August every year and this day is considered the best to visit this tiny island. You can visit it only by sea: several boat trips are being organized to Mouse Island, especially during the summer months.
What does Corfu mean in Greek?
Korypho-CorfuIn Byzantine Greek Koryphai means 'peaks' and the Byzantine word Korypho means 'city of the peaks' – the name was given to the island because of the twin peaks of the town's Old Venetian Fortress. 'Corfu' was the Italian version of Korypho and so that became the name that was eventually used worldwide.
Who owns Mouse Island?
Hayes family, Mouse Island is now owned by a private corporation.
Is the tap water safe in Corfu?
Is it safe to drink the tap water? You are advised to drink bottled water in most areas of the island. It is perfectly safe to drink tap water, but it is rather “hard”, i.e. it has a high mineral content, therefore you may want to drink bottled water instead. A bottle of water is available in every room upon arrival.
What fruit is Corfu known for?
Kumquat, the traditional product of Corfu: Kumquat is a small-sized fruit that has been a staple of Corfu for many decades! Originating in China, the name Kumquat means “golden orange” in Chinese since it is a member of the citrus family and its exterior reminds everyone of an oval-shaped orange.