Archaeological Museum of Eretria

The Archaeological Museum of Eretria holds artifacts recovered from excavations across several ancient sites in the wider region, including ceramics, bronze objects, and stone sculptures from different periods. The display presents items from urban centers and surrounding areas, documenting daily life and craft traditions over many centuries.

The museum was established in the 1960s to protect and display findings from the region. Since then, the collection has undergone several modernizations and expansions to provide visitors with better access to the artifacts.

The collection features clay figurines and sculptural pieces that originated from temples and burial sites throughout the region. These objects reveal how ancient people expressed their beliefs and told their stories through art.

The museum is located in the town center and is easy to reach on foot. Plan for one to two hours for your visit, especially if you want to read the informational plaques.

One remarkable piece in the collection is a terracotta centaur from the tenth century BC that was originally discovered in two separate locations. The restoration of this divided figure demonstrates how archaeologists piece together fragments to reconstruct ancient artworks.

Location: Eretria Municipality

Inception: 1960

Website: https://unil.ch/esag/en/home/menuinst/eretria/museum-and-site.html

GPS coordinates: 38.39610,23.78956

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41