Nestos Delta
Δέλτα Νέστου
A wetland reserve where the Nestos River meets the sea, with riverside forest, lagoons, and sandbars. It is a good place to see flamingos and migratory birds.
The Nestos Delta lies around Keramoti, about 35 km east of Kavala. It is an internationally important wetland composed of the estuary, lagoons, salt marshes, and riverbank alluvial forest, which is rare in Greece. More than 300 bird species inhabit the area. During spring and autumn migration and in winter, visitors can spot flamingos, herons, terns, and birds of prey. Birdwatchers often search for vantage points along the dirt tracks beside the lagoons. Keramoti is one of the ferry ports for Thasos, so birdwatching, beaches, and a ferry trip can be combined. Most roads in the wetland are dirt tracks, so a car is recommended, along with binoculars and insect repellent.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Nestos Straits
- Xanthi Old Town
- St. Nicholas Monastery, Porto Lagos
- Mohammed Ali House
- Kavala Fortress
- Panagia Old Town
- Kamares Aqueduct
- Imaret of Kavala