Practical Info
Scroll down to know more about the center’s location, how to arrive here, local contacts and information about the island.
Where is Osho Afroz, and how to arrive?
Osho Afroz is located in the town of Eressos, on the island of Lesvos, Greece.
Whether you reach the island by plane or by ferry, you will arrive at the capital of Lesvos: Mytilene, which is 82 km away from the center.
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Direct flights to Lesvos arrive from Athens, Thessaloniki (Greece), and from other European cities.
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Ferris arrive from the Greek ports of Piraeus and Kavala, or from Ayvalik (Turkey)
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Once in Mytilene, you can reach the center either by bus, cab or rental car:
Bus: here you can find the bus routes. Option: from "Mytilene" to "Skala Eressos". Please note that the bus schedule is tight and the summer schedules are available only from the end of May
Car: The drive from Mytilene Airport to Osho Afroz Meditation Center takes 1:30 hours (87 km)
Cab: You can either take a cab from the port/airport or (recommended) book your ride in advance with our local Eresian cab drivers, at least two days before your arrival. Contact us for more information.
Volcanic landscapes, remarkable historical monuments, ancient monasteries, beautiful beaches, excellent facilities, accommodation and food.
About Eressos, Lesvos
The birthplace of the poet Sappho and the philosopher Theophrastus is a lively yet peaceful area. In Skala Eressos you will find one of the most beautiful sandy beaches of the island, with bars, cafes, restaurants, taverns and accommodation right on the beach.
Also worth visiting is the first museum of digital art in Greece by the famous painter Georgios Jakobides in Chydira - the artist's birthplace - and a little further on, the Moni Pithariou monastery, which towers over the reservoir.
East of Eressos is Mesotopos and to the north Antissa, two small traditional villages worth visiting, and the birthplace of the ancient poet and performer Terpander.
Book your stay in advance
If you are planning on coming, please book your stay in advance so that we can secure your place.
Useful links & info
Markets and Grocery shops
You can find grocery shops, supermarkets and a bioshop at Eressos Village and Skala Eressos.
Post Office
Hellenic Post is located at Eressos main square. Tel: +30 2253 053227
ATMs
There are 3 ATM machines in Eressos, 1 on the Village and 2 at Skala Eressos.
Local Taxis
For more info and local taxi contacts please Connect with us
Rental Bikes & Scooters
George +30 6972 772603
Pharmacy
There is one pharmacy located 100 mts away from the Main Square at Eressos Village, next to Portokali Bar.
Tel: +30 2253 053844
Medical Center Antissa
Antissa 811 03, Lesvos Island
Tel: +30 2253 056440
Mitilini Airport
Mitilini Airport Tel.: +30 2251 038700
Ferris to Mitilini and Sigri
Ferris from Athens and Thessaloniki here: hellenicseaways.gr/en/
Ferris from Turkey, here: www.turyolonline.com
Bus info
Buses arrive from Mitilini to Skala Eressos Parking Lot (map). Summer schedules available from the end of May