Timeline
06:10
Walk up to Plaka Poros Troizinias to find a quiet spot on the beach. Position yourself to look WSW towards the horizon. The sun will rise directly behind Bourtzi Castle between 02 May and 09 May, and again from 04 Aug to 11 Aug.
06:30
Watch the sunrise. The light catches the castle as the day begins. Stay for the full moment as the sky brightens.
07:00
Head to Siroco for coffee or a light breakfast. Note that this club is mostly open on weekends during winter, so check if it is open on the day you visit.
Local tip
Plaka Poros Troizinias is a 10-minute walk from Bourtzi Castle. Siroco is a 16-minute walk from the viewing spot. Plan your timing carefully as opening hours may vary by season.
Check before you go
- Siroco is mostly open on weekends during winter. Verify opening status for your specific date.
- The alignment of the sunrise behind Bourtzi Castle from Plaka Poros Troizinias only occurs on specific dates (02 May-09 May and 04 Aug-11 Aug).
Worth knowing
- Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Poros (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).