Achaea
Villages in Achaea
kalavryta
Kalavryta is a beautiful and picturesque town in the Peloponnese, whose history is closely connected with some of the most significant events of modern Greek history. It is built in a privileged locat...
zarouchla
Zarouchla is a small, picturesque village in Achaia that impresses visitors with its traditional architecture and lush green surroundings. It is located approximately 35 km from Akrata and 18 km from ...
akrata
Akrata is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the Achaia region and serves as the seat of the municipality of the same name. It is located 71 km from Patras, the capital of the prefecture. The ...
patra
Patras, the capital of Achaia, is a city with a long and rich history, having played a significant role in the events of Greece throughout all historical periods. It is located in the northwestern Pel...
longos
Another picturesque seaside village of Eastern Achaia is Longos. It captivates visitors with its natural beauty and its stunning sandy beach, which attracts many swimmers and sun-seekers. In Longos, y...
nikolaiika
Nikolaika is a beautiful and peaceful destination known for its natural charm, calm atmosphere, and authentic character. The area offers a relaxing environment, ideal for visitors who wish to escape t...
niforeika
Niforeika is a beautiful seaside destination in Achaia, known for its long beach, clear waters, and peaceful atmosphere. Located near Patras, it is an ideal choice for visitors seeking relaxing holida...
alissos
Alissos is a charming seaside village that captures the interest of visitors to Achaia, thanks to its beautiful beaches and extensive sandy shores. Located 20 km west of Patras, the village is divided...
kalentzi
The mountainous village of Kalentzi stretches across the slopes of Mount Erymanthos at an altitude of 920 meters. A distinctive feature of the village is its location in a lush area filled with fir tr...
selianitika
Selianitika is a beautiful seaside destination in Achaia, known for its peaceful atmosphere, lovely coastline, and picturesque location by the Gulf of Corinth. Located near Aigio, it is an ideal choic...
diakopto
Diakopto is a charming town in the Achaia region that has developed into a popular holiday destination. Located 37 km from Kalavryta, it offers a unique combination of mountains and sea. Around Diakop...
kleitoria
Kleitoria is a beautiful mountain village in Achaia, known for its natural landscapes, traditional atmosphere, and peaceful character. Located in a lush green area near the Aroanios River, it is an id...
rodia
Rodía is a small, picturesque seaside village in Achaia, administratively part of the Diakopto Municipality. It is located just 6 km from the center of Diakopto and is known for its beautiful beach, w...
zachlorou
Zachlorou is a stunning village built in a breathtaking location. It is situated in the Vouraikos Gorge, roughly halfway along the Diakopto-Kalavryta railway route, and is just 12 km from Kalavryta. A...
rodini
Rodini Psathopyrgou is considered a suburb of Patras, located just 15 km from the city center. It is a beautiful coastal area, ideal for accommodation. It harmoniously combines mountain and sea, makin...
pteri
Fteri, a stunning village in the Aigialeia region, stretches across Mount Klokos at an altitude of 1,200 meters. It is located 28 km from Aigio. The village benefits from an open view toward the Corin...
rio
Rio is located 9 km from Patras and has essentially developed into one of its suburbs. It serves as a key transportation hub connecting the Peloponnese with mainland Greece. The Rio-Antirrio Bridge, c...
kato achaia
Kato Achaia is the most important commercial and agricultural center of western Achaia. It is built on the western side of the Gulf of Patras, close to the sea, and is located 22 kilometers southwest ...
elaionas
Elaionas is another charming coastal village of Achaia that attracts visitors with its natural beauty and stunning beach. It belongs to the Municipality of Diakopto and is one of its largest districts...
dafni
The village of Dafni, formerly known as Strezova, is located at the southern edge of Kalavryta, north of Lake Ladonas. Perched at an altitude of 620 meters on the slopes of Agios Mamas, it stretches a...
krathi
Krathio is another small picturesque village in the prefecture of Achaia. It is a municipal district of the municipality of Akrata. It retains its traditional color and impresses with its simplicity. ...
proastio / bozaitika
Proastio / Bozaitika is a beautiful area near Patras, known for its seaside location, peaceful atmosphere, and easy access to the city's amenities. It combines the charm of a quiet residential area wi...
kaminia
Kaminia is a picturesque coastal village in Achaia, renowned for its peaceful atmosphere and traditional Greek hospitality. Visitors can enjoy its beautiful beaches with crystal-clear waters, perfect ...
paralia
The Paralia area is located to the west of Patras, just 6 km from the city center. It serves as the seat of the municipality of the same name, which is the smallest in the region. The municipality inc...
digieliotika
Digeliotika is a coastal area near the town of Aigio in the Achaia region of northern Peloponnese. It lies along the Corinthian Gulf and is a relatively quiet settlement made up of permanent and holid...
kalavryta
Kalavryta is a beautiful and picturesque town in the Peloponnese, whose history is closely connected with some of the most significant events of modern Greek history. It is built in a privileged locat...
zarouchla
Zarouchla is a small, picturesque village in Achaia that impresses visitors with its traditional architecture and lush green surroundings. It is located approximately 35 km from Akrata and 18 km from ...
akrata
Akrata is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in the Achaia region and serves as the seat of the municipality of the same name. It is located 71 km from Patras, the capital of the prefecture. The ...
patra
Patras, the capital of Achaia, is a city with a long and rich history, having played a significant role in the events of Greece throughout all historical periods. It is located in the northwestern Pel...
longos
Another picturesque seaside village of Eastern Achaia is Longos. It captivates visitors with its natural beauty and its stunning sandy beach, which attracts many swimmers and sun-seekers. In Longos, y...
nikolaiika
Nikolaika is a beautiful and peaceful destination known for its natural charm, calm atmosphere, and authentic character. The area offers a relaxing environment, ideal for visitors who wish to escape t...
About Achaea
The Achaea prefecture is located in the northwestern part of the Peloponnese. The area has been inhabited since ancient times and boasts a glorious historical path. Notable cities flourished on its lands and great personalities were born. The impressive historical monuments scattered throughout the prefecture reveal aspects of the region's history. However, apart from its illustrious past, Achaea offers its visitor a plethora of activity options. It features beautiful cities renowned for their vitality, wonderful seaside resorts with developed tourist infrastructure for both summer and winter excursions. What should one marvel at during their journey through Achaea? The Patras, the captivating capital with endless entertainment options and more? The Aigio with its stunning coastlines? The Akraata that has evolved into a popular summer destination? The historic Kalavryta? There are so many places worth visiting to learn about their history, natural beauty, and have fun. Achaea borders Corinthia to the east, Arcadia to the south, Elis to the west, and is washed by the Patras and Corinthian Gulfs to the north. It is situated in a particularly privileged geographical position, as the port of Patras is connected to neighboring Italy and the Ionian Islands.
Author: Anthi Kontosorou
Date: 25/11/2009
Copyright: Marinet Ltd
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