Municipality of Nafpaktia
Nafpaktia encompasses the historic port town of Nafpaktos and surrounding areas, offering visitors a perfect mix of seaside charm and mountain villages. The municipality is famous for its well-preserved Venetian castle, beautiful beaches along the Gulf of Corinth, and the site of the historic Battle of Lepanto. With its strategic location bridging the Peloponnese and central Greece, Nafpaktia serves as an excellent base for exploring the region’s rich maritime history and natural attractions. The harbor of Nafpaktos, with its traditional fishing boats and picturesque tavernas, offers an authentic Greek experience, while the surrounding mountains provide excellent opportunities for hiking and exploration. The municipality’s diverse landscape ranges from sandy beaches and olive groves to pine-covered hills and traditional stone villages, each telling its own story of centuries of Greek history, Venetian influence, and Ottoman heritage that shaped this remarkable region.
