🏝️ Gavdos: The southernmost point of Europe
Remote Greek island marking Europe's southern boundary
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Southernmost island of Greece and Europe
- Coordinates: 34.80°N, 24.12°E in the Libyan Sea
- Summer temperature: 27–40 °C (81–104 °F)
- Winter temperature: 13 °C (55 °F) average in January
Gavdos is a remote Greek island in the southeastern Mediterranean that holds the distinction of being the southernmost point of Europe. Located at 34.80°N latitude in the Libyan Sea south of Crete, the island serves as a geographic reference point marking the southern boundary of the European continent. As of 2026, Gavdos remains sparsely inhabited and accessible primarily by boat from Crete, functioning more as a geographical landmark than a developed tourist destination ...