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Turquoise ocean meets sandy beach with cliffs.
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Holiday in Limassol

City in Cyprus — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇨🇾

Country

Cyprus

Type

City

Best time to travel

April to November

Budget/day

100-160€: Boutique hotel, beach restaurants, rental car

Getting there from Germany

Flight approx. 3.5h direct from Frankfurt/Munich. Rental car recommended on site.

What makes Limassol special as a destination?

Limassol is the cosmopolitan coastal city of Cyprus with a lively promenade, medieval castle, and top-notch wineries in the hinterland. The second-largest city on the island combines beach life with urban flair and Mediterranean tranquility. In summer, the pebble beaches and beach bars attract visitors, while in winter, the nearby Troodos Mountains invite for hiking.

Safety
90
Beach
80
Food
75
Relaxation
75
Families
70

What are the top highlights in Limassol?

The top highlights in Limassol include Molos Promenade, Limassol Castle, Kourion, Wine Villages Troodos.

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Molos Promenade

The 1 km long sculpture promenade by the sea is the heart of the city — ideal for strolling at sunset.

2

Limassol Castle

The medieval fortress houses a museum and is said to be the place where Richard the Lionheart married.

3

Kourion

The ancient Greco-Roman city with an amphitheater offers spectacular views of the cliffs.

4

Wine Villages Troodos

The villages of Omodos and Koilani in the hinterland produce the famous Cypriot Commandaria wine.

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When is the best time to visit Limassol?

The best time to visit Limassol is April to November. Hot and dry, 30-38°C, perfect beach weather In winter: Mild, 12-18°C, occasional rain, Troodos with snow

Recommended travel time

April to November

Summer

Hot and dry, 30-38°C, perfect beach weather

Winter

Mild, 12-18°C, occasional rain, Troodos with snow

How much does a holiday in Limassol cost?

Budget travellers: 50-70€: Apartment, souvlaki stalls, local taverns/day, mid-range: 100-160€: Boutique hotel, beach restaurants, rental car/day, luxury: 250€+: 5-star resort, fine dining, yacht tours/day.

Average costs per person per day

Budget

50-70€: Apartment, souvlaki stalls, local taverns

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

Mid-range

100-160€: Boutique hotel, beach restaurants, rental car

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

Luxury

250€+: 5-star resort, fine dining, yacht tours

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

How do I get from Germany to Limassol?

Flight approx. 3.5h direct from Frankfurt/Munich. Rental car recommended on site.

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What travel tips are there for Limassol?

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

The Commandaria wine route in the Troodos foothills is a must for wine lovers

The largest carnival in Cyprus takes place in February

Akrotiri Salt Lake offers winter flamingo watching

Local buses connect Limassol with Paphos and Nicosia at low prices

What should you eat in Limassol?

Typical specialities in Limassol: Halloumi — The famous Cypriot grilled cheese, best fresh from the farmer, Kleftiko — Oven-braised lamb, tender and aromatic, Meze — Extensive table with 20+ small dishes, Commandaria — One of the oldest dessert wines in the world from Troodos.

These specialties you must try!

Halloumi — The famous Cypriot grilled cheese, best fresh from the farmer
Kleftiko — Oven-braised lamb, tender and aromatic
Meze — Extensive table with 20+ small dishes
Commandaria — One of the oldest dessert wines in the world from Troodos
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