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.

Lenka

November 14, 2023

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At the north tip of the Rio peninsula and at the entrance of the Corinthian Gulf proudly stands the Castle of Rio, historically known as the Castle of the Morea. …

Rainer

November 16, 2025

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The entrance fee has increased to €5 (2025). Since there are no tickets and no price list, I doubt that this is an official charge. A visit is worthwhile in any case.

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1. Olive Tree Path – Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress loop from Αγυιά

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2. Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress – Rio–Antirrio Ferry loop from Πάτρα

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3. Rio–Antirrio Ferry – Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress loop from Άγιος Βασίλειος

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Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress

1. Olive Tree Path – Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress loop from Αγυιά

2. Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress – Rio–Antirrio Ferry loop from Πάτρα

3. Rio–Antirrio Ferry – Water moat 🏰 Rhion Fortress loop from Άγιος Βασίλειος

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