Get to know Nafpaktos, a city of unsurpassed finesse

Nafpaktos, cradled on the Peloponnese's coast, is a serene escape offering history and nature in perfect harmony. The castle, perched atop a lush hill, gazes over the Corinthian Gulf, its ancient stones mirrored in the azure waters below. The town's cobbled paths wind through monuments spanning millennia, narrating a storied past that becomes your present.Wander through the Old Port, where Venetian towers stand alongside meticulously preserved relics like the medieval naval lighthouse.

The echoes of the legendary Battle of Nafpaktos resonate as you stroll by, while the Agios Dimitrios Metropolitan Church, whitch is also the patron saint of the city, shrouded in spirituality. Nafpaktos whispers tales of heroes and revolutions, its essence woven into the streets. The air carries a timeless tranquility, inviting you to explore, reminisce, and be captivated by a destination where history's embrace is as warm as the sun dappling its picturesque alleys.

Local cuisine and food

Choose to try local traditional recipes of Nafpaktos in the restaurants and taverns of the old port. Try delicious meat, as well as fresh seafood and fish of the Corinthian Gulf, accompanied by delicious salads and fruits of the season. Dishes such as beef in the casserole, rabbit with wine and polo boka (chicken fillet with peppers and mushrooms) are among the flavors you should not miss.

Best time to visit Nafpaktos

Nafpaktos is suitable for visiting all year round. Choose seasons such as spring and autumn, if you want to avoid the crowds and heat. In summer, you can combine a visit to Nafpaktos with a swim in one of the wonderful beaches that stretch around the city.

How to use transportation in Nafpakto

Transfer from/to Nafpakto

Choose to go by car to the area following the route of Athens-Patras. After the Rio-Antirrio bridge, Nafpaktos is 9 km away.

From Thessaloniki, you will reach Nafpaktos driving on the Thessaloniki-Athens highway to Thermopylae. Then, follow the route through Bralo, Amfissa, Galaxidi and Itea. From Thessaloniki you can also access Nafpaktos via new Egnatia and Ionian highways.