Kalavrita

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Kalavrita is one of the most popular tourist areas not only in the prefecture of Achaea but in all of Greece, as it is an ideal mountain destination that combines every type of holiday.

 

Comfortable hotels, impressive guesthouses, and welcoming studios overlooking the slopes of Mount Helmos will meet every accommodation preference and need, as there are various room categories to suit every budget. The nightlife, the bars, and the modern cafés, combined with the magical beauty of the region, have kept tourism in Kalavryta at very high levels throughout the entire year for many years. The snow-covered slopes of Helmos, the freshness and pleasant summer climate, along with the many advantages of the area, will offer you unforgettable holidays that you will remember for a lifetime.

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Exactly 77 km from Patras, you will encounter the beautiful town of Kalavryta, an area located at an altitude of 750 meters on the foothills of Helmos. It stands out for its picturesque scenery, lush landscapes, unique archaeological and nature-related attractions, and fills every visitor with wonderful memories. Although tourist activity should be higher in winter due to the well-known Kalavrita Ski Center, which becomes crowded, it remains at similar levels in summer as well, since despite being a mountainous place, within half an hour you can reach the beautiful beaches of the Corinthian Gulf.

 

The modern ski resort is just 14 km from the center of Kalavrita and is a major attraction for winter sports enthusiasts, as well as for those who want to enjoy a route through magical fir forests and the vast views of Mount Helmos. Today, the location of Kalavrita is a significant advantage, as it offers a getaway from the routine of everyday life and gives you the opportunity to visit both mountains and sea, large towns and historic villages, and to have fun either through various activities in the beautiful nature of Kalavrita or by enjoying a drink in the town center.

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The region of Kalavrita will excite you and offer you great emotions, as apart from being an excellent place for fun and relaxation with your family or friends, it is also an important historical site for Greece. In particular, seeing the ruins of the castle above the center of Kalavrita, which have been associated with the Palaiologos family, you will feel pride and uplifting emotions, as this fortress was one of the strongest castles in the Peloponnese during the Middle Ages.

 

Kalavrita held a special place in Greek history during the 1821 Revolution and World War II, as in 1821 the uprising began here when Germanos of Old Patras raised the sacred banner, and in 1943 the Nazis completely destroyed the town and ordered the execution of all boys aged 14 and over.