Active Leisure on the Beaches of Loutraki
The beaches of Loutraki have a total length of 3 kilometers. They are covered with small pebbles. You can spend your free time sunbathing, swimming and choosing a suitable option for active leisure on any of them. This can be snorkeling, surfing and windsurfing, water skiing or catamaran rides, a trip on a rented yacht along the coast, and even beach volleyball.
Loutraki is the most ancient Greek city that has been famous for its hot springs since the days of the Roman Empire. Of course, it is primarily interesting from a historical point of view - … Open
Cruise through the Corinth Canal
The Corinth Canal is located near Loutraki. Its length is 6 meters, depth – 8 meters, width – 25 meters. It connected 2 seas: the Aegean and the Ionian. It was opened for shipping in 1893. You can go on a 2-hour cruise on it on a small pleasure boat or a large motor ship. However, you must wear warm clothing before starting the cruise. A strong wind blows here. You can enjoy the sea breeze, admire the beautiful landscape, and watch the huge jellyfish that have a pink color. You will also get the opportunity to make a voyage at night to look at the stars and moon. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Loutraki will be a great place to get acquainted with traditional Greek cuisine. The main feature of local gastronomy is the variety of fish dishes and other seafood. At local taverns and … Open
Climbing Mount Gerania
If you are a fan of mountain climbing you can make the ascent to mount Gerania and enjoy the scenic views of Loutraki. The monastery of Saint Patapios was built here at an altitude of 1 kilometer from the earth's surface in 1952. You will have to walk up a long staircase with 144 steps made of stone to get to it. According to legend, this stairway cleanses us from sins. You can see the ancient frescoes once inside the building. They were created 800 years ago. You can also climb to the observation deck. If you reach it you will have a chance to see not only the city and its surroundings but also the Aegean and Ionian seas from a height.Swim in the Thermal Waterfall
Do you want to swim in the thermal water? You will have this opportunity not only in the hotel or in the Spa center but also in nature in Loutraki. You should go in the direction of Perachora town for this. The thermal waterfall is located in the municipal park here. You can walk around the area with palm trees, stairs, hiking trails, and cafes. You will enjoy the beautiful nature and panoramic views of the coast. The light turns on in the evening. Therefore, the attraction looks even more beautiful. But the main activity that awaits you is swimming in the pool. The water gets here from the waterfall. Its temperature is 32°C.
Loutraki residents are known for their friendly and welcoming attitude to foreign tourists. Travelers began exploring the city quite recently so there are relatively few tourists here even … Open