Fabulous, Legendary, Unique Holiday on the Peloponnese
The Peloponnese offers a wealth of historical sights and exciting excursion destinations. Make the most of your holiday with a private vacation rental, apartment, or holiday home according to your personal preferences and marvel at this unique peninsula of Greece. Visit, for example, the fabulous royal fortress of Agamemnon in Mycenae. The power center of the kings is located on a rugged hill on the edge of the Argos Plain. The Mycenaean high culture was named after this palace. Mycenae was the center of this impressive culture about 3,500 years ago. Admire here the famous Lion Gate, the mighty Cyclopean walls, the beautiful villas and houses, and the legendary dome tombs. Mycenae and Tiryns are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Take a day to explore and also visit the Archaeological Museum. The village of Agios Nikolaos is also worth a day trip. It is located in the south of the Peloponnese and is characterized by lovingly designed houses, villas, or accommodations. From here, you can take further excursions, for example, to the Taygetos Mountains, the impressive defensive towers of the Mani villages, or the Virou or Rintomou gorges. Near Agios Nikolaos, you can also find beautiful beaches with breathtaking cliffs.
Beach and World Culture
If you choose a cheap vacation rental, apartment, or holiday home near the dream beaches or in a bay on the Peloponnese, you can relax on the beach, enjoy the magnificent landscape or delve into ancient times. One highlight is undoubtedly the Temple of Apollo at Bassae, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Temple of Apollo is very well preserved. 39 columns still exist today, as well as large parts of the masonry. Various stylistic features can be observed here. Ionic and Corinthian elements can be found, as well as six-meter-high Doric columns. The picturesque fishing village of Koroni is also worth a day trip. Koroni has two different coasts where you can relax by the sea. The northern side is busier. A row of shops and restaurants line the harbor promenade. In the south, you will find a two-kilometer-long sandy beach, Saga Beach. Also, explore the picturesque streets that lead past imposing villas, up and down, and from where you can enjoy a fantastic sea view. Rent a modernly furnished vacation rental, holiday home, or apartment with a beach view and close to excursion destinations such as taverns, bays, and castles now. Your unforgettable, relaxing holiday tailored to your personal preferences on the "Island of Pelops" can begin!
The Beginning of Olympia
A dream also comes true for your children when you rent a holiday home or apartment privately on the Peloponnese. Numerous attractions, excursion destinations, and beautiful Mediterranean beaches cater to the entire family. Take a boat trip, for example, through the stalactite cave and bays of Pirgos Dirou. This is one of the most beautiful stalactite caves in Europe. You will cover most of the route by boat through an almost endless labyrinth. The Corinth Canal can also be explored by boat and is a significant highlight for both young and old. The port city of Corinth has a varied history, which you can trace in ancient Corinth and the new city. One of the main attractions on the Peloponnese is undoubtedly Olympia. The first Olympic Games are said to have been held there in 776 BC. The excavation sites in the region are a top highlight for families and extremely interesting. Immerse yourself in the world of ancient sports and the beginning of the Olympic myth that still fascinates and captivates people today. The town of Nafplio is perhaps an underestimated holiday destination. Two impressive fortresses overlook the city. Numerous historical houses, villas, buildings, and palaces magically attract visitors. Yet, the modern heart of Nafplio beats on the Syntagmatos, the central square of the city with cafés, restaurants, and shimmering paving stones reminiscent of a linoleum floor. Nafplio is now a true Greek insider tip as a destination. Take a trip to the land city of Sparta or the capital Tripoli, to Gialova or Messenia, and other nearby towns. In the Taygetos Mountains, you can go hiking and be active with your loved ones.
Authentically Greek, Truly Delicious
Whether in Argolida, Korinthia, or Messinia: Rent a cheap holiday home or apartment from private on the sandy beach and get to know the special hospitality of the people on the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece. You can also try the traditional dishes and specialties of the region, which vary slightly from Corinth to Argos to the Saronic Gulf. You will quickly notice that many dishes are prepared with garlic and oil. The meat content in the restaurants is very high, usually with plenty of lamb, chicken, pork, or beef. In the coastal areas, of course, there is also a high percentage of fish dishes, which often cost a little more. With every meal, you will be served a basket of bread at the beginning. Typical appetizers include, for example, fried zucchini, seafood, tuna salad, or stuffed vine leaf rolls. The most popular main dishes are gyros, moussaka (casserole with minced meat and pasta or eggplant), and souvlaki (lamb or pork skewers). Typical desserts are baklava (puff pastry with nuts and honey) or yogurt with honey.
Ancient and Revived History
Throughout the Peloponnese region, you will find impressive cultural monuments and archaeological sites that bear witness to past cultures. In addition to the impressive buildings in Mycenae and Tiryns, the Nestor Palace near Pylos is also worth an extensive visit. The ancient sites sometimes have various construction phases of Hellenistic and Roman rule. The monasteries of the Peloponnese are also very old. These played a crucial role, especially during Ottoman rule, and formed the germ cells of the Greeks' emerging struggle for freedom. Significant and beautiful monasteries include Monoi Loukos near Astros, Filosofou and Prodromou near Dimitsana, and Taxiarchis near Ägion. A top cultural tip is also the Theater of Epidaurus (also Epidaurus) in the west of the Peloponnese. It is the largest ancient theater in the country. This magnificent building is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This gigantic theater was built in the 4th century BC and could seat up to 14,000 spectators. This ancient venue still serves its original purpose today. The international "Greek Festival" takes place here in July and August. A cultural highlight for every Greece holidaymaker with an apartment or holiday home. Mystras, or Mistra, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site-recognized Byzantine ruin city near the village of the same name and a highly recommended destination!
Peloponnese: A Peninsula with Good Connections
Peloponnese is a peninsula, also known as the "Island of Pelops," in the south of the Greek mainland. About one million people live here. This legendary region offers countless sights, beautiful beaches in quiet locations, and ancient cities that take you back to mythical times. The largest city on the Peloponnese is Patras. Historically significant are the cities of Sparta, Olympia, and the port city of Corinth. Peloponnese is the southernmost part of the Balkan Peninsula and the area that extends furthest into the Mediterranean Sea. Those wishing to spend a holiday with a dog on the Peloponnese can rent an apartment or a holiday home and travel there by car and with a pet. The A8 motorway connects the Peloponnese with the mainland at Isthmia. You can reach the peninsula from the west coast of Greece via the Rio-Andirrio Bridge near Patras. If you are flying to your accommodation or rented villa, you can book inexpensive charter flights to Kalamata. Athens is served by scheduled flights daily. With a suburban train, you can then easily get to the Peloponnese. Or would you prefer a ship? From Venice, you can take a ferry to Patras across the water. It's cheaper and faster from Ancona, Trieste, Brindisi, or Otranto. Book a cozy accommodation or a holiday home on the dream beach with a view of the water now and enjoy varied excursions to surrounding towns, impressive castles, bays, and taverns during your journey.