The port of Kataklon is a small village of 600 people located on the Ionian Sea in the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece. This port is a gateway to Olympia ruins, birthplace of the first Olympics.
Katakolon (Olympia) Greece
Useful Information
Weather
Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
January | 846 1152 1457 | 1255.00 |
February | 846 1152 1458 | 1094.25 |
March | 948 1254 1560 | 823.25 |
April | 1152 1559 1864 | 411.50 |
May | 1458 1966 2271 | 120.50 |
June | 1763 2373 2678 | 20.00 |
July | 2067 2578 2984 | 20.00 |
August | 2069 2678 2984 | 50.25 |
September | 1865 2374 2780 | 170.75 |
October | 1560 1967 2373 | 743.00 |
November | 1254 1660 1966 | 1415.50 |
December | 1049 1355 1661 | 1465.75 |
Where is located the Port of Kataklon Cruise Terminal
The port of Kataklon is located in the heart of the small village. It has two docks where cruise ships can dock.Activities in Katakolon (Olympia)
Landmarks
Clermont (Chlemoutsi) Fortress
Built in 1223, this imposing castle is a 50-minute drive from the port.
Historical sites
Olympia
The site of the first Olympic Games, this archaeological site is the main attraction of this stopover. Even today, it is here that, during a ceremony, the Olympic torch is lit before it begins its journey to the host city of the Games.
Activities
Mercouri Winery
You can take a tour of this winery and buy its products in the shop.
Beaches
Plakes Beach
Beach is located near the port about 200 meters.
Aghios Andreas Beach
Beach is located 3 km from the port. Restaurants and cafes are nearby.
Kourouta Beach
Beach located 21 km from the port (25 minutes) and offering services.