The municipalities
The municipalities of Egialia
Egialia is one of the most diverse and captivating municipalities of Northern Peloponnese, harmoniously combining mountains, sea, history, and culture. Its Municipal Units — Aigeira , Aigio, Akrata, Diakopto, Erineos and Sympoliteia — form a unified destination, each with its own distinct character.
Aigio, the historic capital, serves as the administrative and commercial center, known for its long history and vibrant cultural life. Diakopto and Akrata offer unique seaside experiences, beautiful beaches, and access to the renowned Odontotos rack railway, one of the region’s most important attractions. Sympoliteia and Erineos are famous for their picturesque villages, mountain trails, and warm, traditional hospitality. Aigeira, on the eastern side, combines coastal beauty with significant archaeological sites.
Together, all Municipal Units create a mosaic of experiences that make Egialia a destination for every season of the year.
The Municipal Unit of Aigeira is situated in the east side of Egialia and is the first village that someone meets when entering Achaia, as it is the border between […]
The Municipal Unit of Aigio extends in an area, where the mountains and the sea harmoniously exist. The coastal city of Aigio and capital of the Municipality of Egialia is […]
The Municipal Unit of Akrata is located in the east side of Egialia in a beautiful natural environment and extends from the coasts of the Corinthian gulf to the foothills […]
The Municipal Unit of Diakopto is located only a few kilometres away from Aigio and is a significant resort centre. Diakopto is a beautiful, tidy town with many flowers, beautiful […]
The Municipal Unit of Erineos is situated in the northwest side of the county of Achaia between the urban areas of Patras and Aigio, making up the middle link of […]
The Municipal Unit of Sympoliteia is located between the municipalities of Aigio and Erineos and ideally combines the blue sea and the green mountain tops. Specifically, in the northern part […]