Greece – Koroni (En)
We headed to Koroni because we saw it was a picturesque coastal town featuring a 13th-century Venetian fortress and charming tavernas. Plus, the town was within walking distance of the campsite, which had a pool. We loved the town—it was one of the most beautiful we’ve ever seen.
Where to stay
We stayed at Camping Koroni (36.7995, 21.9506 lat/long), a five-minute walk from the village. The campsite is quite expensive; we paid €25 with the ACSI card, including electricity. Without the card, it is extremely pricey; we only stayed for two days. There aren’t many large pitches, and parking on them can be tricky. I recommend checking out the parking spot first before driving the motorhome in. The facilities are good, though a bit more water pressure in the showers would be nice. The dishwashing area has hot water, and there is an outdoor space with chairs and tables. The restrooms are equipped with toilet seats and toilet paper. The water service point (for filling and emptying tanks) is located at the campsite entrance. There is a laundry area with a washing machine and ironing board, as well as a kitchen with a fridge and barbecue. The highlight is the swimming pool—which features a lovely bar—where we spent our time enjoying ourselves. You can reach the beach by going down a flight of steep stairs. To get to the village, you exit through the gate next to the pool and take the road, which offers incredible views.
What to see
We decided to see the town by heading down the steep stairs to the beach. We were told we could reach the town via the beach, but the path runs right past some houses, making it feel rather awkward. The beach is lovely and offers views of the town. Upon arrival, the first thing you see is the town’s name written on a building—it looks really cool.
The seafront promenade is really cool and lively, with restaurants and bars overlooking the harbour.
The harbour is very beautiful, with a small lighthouse in the background, and from there you get the best views of the 13th-century Venetian fortress, which we did not visit.
We made our way through the village, where stone alleyways lead to the church.
We headed into the shopping area, where there are shops selling everything from souvenirs to baked goods, fruit, and more.
At the edge of the village, there is another church with a monument.
We decided to head back along the road; it was much easier, only five minutes from the campsite. The views from the road are incredible. We got the best photo of the village from there.
And we enjoyed the pool and the bar.
Next stop: Kalamata, the capital of Messenia in the Peloponnese, featuring a beautiful seafront, historic castles, and plenty of culture—all of which you’ll see in the next blog post.
