Nafpaktos - Ναύπακτος

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Panoramic view of Nafpaktos from the fortress.

THE Ναύπακτος is a seaside town with a population of 13,415 inhabitants in the Gulf of Corinth and belongs administratively to the prefecture of Etoloakarnania. Built between Antirrio and the mouth of the Mornos River, it is one of the oldest Greek cities.

At a glance

Ideal period of visit

Its climate is purely coastal. Mild winters and hot but not dry summers


How to get there

By air

For international charter flights, it serves Araxos Airport which is located at a distance of 70 km.

For airports with regular flights, the nearest airports are Spata (Eleftherios Venizelos airport) and Ioannina airport, at a distance of 240 and 220 km respectively.

By road

By boat

Although a seaside town with a port, it does not have a regular ferry connection.


Orient yourself


How to move

In summer the best way to get around is by bike, or car for longer distances. In Nafpaktos, as it is a very tourist area, a period of summer the beach of Psani closes its entrance to cars. Many, young and old, ride bicycles, both on the bike path and on the road, so be careful.


What to see

One of the most famous places of Nafpaktos is its castle. The panoramic view allows one to see its beautiful port. In addition, there is its watch characteristic for its beauty but also for the also magnificent view it offers. From there one can observe its lighthouse and the fortified port with the great history that the city itself has.


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Where are you going to eat?

Economic options

Middle class

High benefits


Where to go for coffee - drink


Where will you stay?

Economic options

Middle class

High benefits


Stay safe


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Communications


Small problems


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