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Loutraki is a seaside resort and spa town in the Corinth Region of the Peloponnese.

The ancient town – Thermae today called Loutraki, is located on the north side of the Corinthian Gulf and it's extended on the foot of the Gerania mountain range, along a pebbled beach of 4 km.

Get in[edit]

Loutraki Beach

Loutraki is only 80 km or one hour away from Athens. Suburban trains, known in Greek as "Proastiako" run hourly from Athens International Airport to the nearby Corinth City.

KTEL Intercity Buses depart from Athens station in Kifissou Avenue

Get around[edit]

Loutraki Bus Station:Τel.+30 27440 - 22262.

Loutraki Railway Station:Tel.+30 27440 - 61277.

Loutraki Radio-Taxi Service:Tel.+30 27440 - 61000.

Athens KTEL Bus Station:Tel.+30 210 - 5124910.

Athens Railway Station for the Peloponnese: Tel. +30 210 - 5131601 & 1440

See[edit]

Inside the monastery of St Patapius (Osios Patapios)
  • 1 Folk Museum, central square.
  • 2 Osios Patapios Monastery. 10 km away on Geraneia mountain. It can be reached by foot via an unmarked dirt trail that leads up from the Loutraki town center, or by car. There are no signs along the trails, although there are red dots spray painted on rocks throughout the trails to keep hikers on track. Long trousers are required. The shrine of Saint Patapios, where the relics of the Egyptian saint are kept, is located in a cave in the monastery complex. From the monastery, a trail continues up to the Monastery of St. Paul the Apostle, and then further up to the top of Geraneia mountain. Caution: There is no clear trail after the Monastery of St. Paul the Apostle, and it can be very easy to get lost among the rocks and pine forests at the top of the mountain. Be sure to use GPS.
  • The Diolkos and the Corinth Canal.
  • 3 Vouliagmeni Lake (Blue Lake).
  • Temple of Hera.
  • The streets, beachfront, and parks of Loutraki

Do[edit]

  • 1 Loutraki Thermal Spa, 24 Georgiou Lekka Str, +30 2744 062186. Spa treatments and wellness sessions
  • Swim in the blue flag beach.
  • Walk along the main beach pedestrian walk and enjoy the local cafes.
  • Visit the casino.
  • Explore the area till the Blue Lake Vouliagmeni and the ancient temple of Hera

Buy[edit]

Lots of different products to buy including hilopites, and local sweets Kazino

Eat[edit]

Many taverns and cafes around.

Budget restaurants[edit]

Look for classic favourites at Kazino. A Loutraki tradition.

Mid-range[edit]

  • 2 Agios Efrosinos, 17, "Agiou Ioannou" Str., +30 274 402 2247. Traditional Greek dishes (moussaka, octopus salad, giant black beans with onions)
  • 3 Rigani Restaurant, 5, Papanikolaou str.. Modern Greek Cuisine
  • 4 Woody's Grill, 5, Papanikolaou str. Traditional Greek dishes, grilled meat, and more. Very wide selection of food. Managed by a friendly Pakistani restaurateur.

Drink[edit]

  • 1 Prima Vista Live, 257 Athens Ave.. Live Music Venue
  • 2 Waves, 36, Posidonos Ave, +30 2744 069380. Beach bar
  • 3 [dead link] Alterra, 362, Poseidonos Ave, +30 697 447 9851 (Mobile). Club theme party

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