The Top 10 Castles in Achaea
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 10
beautiful castles to choose from in Achaea. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Achaea. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 2, 2025
Teichos Dymaion Fortress 🏰 Kalogria (1300 BC)
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The fortification was built in the mycenaean period, probably around 1300 BC, in the so-called cyclopean manner (large limestone blocks) protecting the hill on three sides, the fourth being naturally …
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Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress
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A water-filled moat protected the land (south) side of the Venetian/Ottoman Rhion fortress, occupying the southern outcrop at the entrance to the narrow sea strait that leads to Corinth, a strategic passage since antiquity.
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View of the Rio–Antirrio Bridge and the Venetian Fortress
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Viewpoint from the south (Peleponnes) Rio side of the suspension bridge across the Corinth strait, right next to the Venetian fortress that protected this strategic entrance to the narrow bay separating Peleponnes from mainland Greece.
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Ancient church excavation ⛪🏛️ Patras Fortress panorama
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Follow the unofficial footpaths climbing up on the hill from the little street across from the Fortress entrance. No entrance fee, no signs or info point to this active excavation …
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Patras Castle Viewpoint
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The castle of Patra, a worth visiting monument with breathtaking view of Patra
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Ottoman Baths ♨️ Rion Fortress
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The Ottoman (Turkish) baths are among the best preserved features in the Rion Fortress. They were inspired by roman bath ruins which the Ottomans found everywhere in their empire after …
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Rion Fortress
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The Rion Fortress (also Rio Fortress or Rhion Fortress) is a historic fortification in Rion, Achaea, Greece, at the entrance to the Gulf of Corinth. Built in 1499 by the …
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Salmeniko Gorge and Castle Rock
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The gorge path is closed due to rockfall. However, you can get through by bike or on foot. Despite the construction of the river power station, it is an incredible impression of a wild landscape.
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Kastro Listrina Ruins
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Remains of a Byzantine castle on a rock, surrounded by deep ravines on three sides. Somewhat hidden...
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Patras Vista Point 🏰 West bottom corner of the castle wall
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Excellent view across the roofs of Patra to the sea. Look for older Roman sculpture fragments built into the medieval castle walls.
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