Places to visit in our region, Peloponnese

*Important Notice : Do not Drive OFF-ROAD because there’s NO INSURANCE that covers you for that!

– Ancient Olympia

Ancient Olympia is the birthplace of the Olympic Games, housed the grand Temple of Zeus and the renowned stadium, where athletes competed for glory and honor, creating a lasting legacy in the world of sports and in World Herritage.

In Olympia village you can start from the old museum : Museum of the History of the Olympic Games of antiquity

https://maps.app.goo.gl/nPJZEqPS1zeSEPg79 (Google map link)

– after visiting that you can proceed further on foot and walk the Ancient Stadium (Ancient Archaeological Site) ( the long history of the most celebrated sanctuary of antiquity, the sanctuary of Zeus, father of gods, where the Olympic Games were born)

*Be ready for a great walk around with old trees and lots of ancient history. Great education for yourself and your children.

**Also be sure to be protected from sun and heat 🌞

Furthermore you can find the New Museum of Ancient Olympia which is just… breathtaking.

Sculptures of the Temple of Zeus - Main Hall

Ermis of Praxitelis

He can be found in the New Museum

– The first museum in Olympia, an elegant neoclassical edifice, was built between 1883 and 1887, on a hill to the northwest of the archaeological site and housed for many decades exclusively the treasures from the famous Sanctuary of Zeus.

Google maps link of The Old Museum : https://maps.app.goo.gl/nPJZEqPS1zeSEPg7

– Kalogria Beach – Our natura 🌱 protected area

This coastal gem offers a serene retreat, boasting soft golden sands that meet the shimmering crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

Surrounded by verdant greenery and framed by majestic cliffs, Kalogria Beach presents a picture-perfect setting that is both tranquil and breathtaking. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the soothing embrace of nature, finding solace and rejuvenation in this idyllic paradise.

Google map link : https://goo.gl/maps/pLz5Gncvx26F2t7i8

– Matzakoura Beach, Agios Andreas – The hidden rocky diamond

This particular beach (Matzakoura Beach) is located in Agios Andreas 2kms away Katakolo Port-

Katakolo is a small port town located on the western coast of the Peloponnese near Pyrgos town in Greece.

Cruise ships began docking at Katakolo Port in the late 20th Century to allow passengers to visit Olympia and explore the surrounding region. This trend has continued into the 21st century.

The area of Agios Andreas (2km away from the Katakolo Port) is one of the most beautiful in the whole Ionian sea and has crystal clear waters.

-What if we told you that this unique beach can give yourself a personal spa treatment? That’s right! At Matzakoura Beach in Agios Andreas and you can cover yourself in clay, stand in the warm Greek sun, and let your body soak in all the powerful minerals. At least we do it sometimes 😅

Google map link : https://goo.gl/maps/Z4QA272GuCCovVnK6

– Leventochori Beach

You can find a canteen by the sea, or you can just bring your own umbrella and enjoy the beach.

In this village you can find one of the most tasty and beautiful taverns in the area. Be sure to visit them

Google map link : https://goo.gl/maps/ucM9trPP6CcFHZRZ9

– Spiantza (12km of sandy Coast)

The most value for money option to enjoy the sea , the coffee , the food, the ice cream. Try to find our unique greek canteens and taverns around the area and feel like a Greek. Ask the locals , dont be afraid , they are always willing to help.