Rio Castle
Κάστρο του Ρίου
A strait fortress built by the Ottoman Empire in 1499, located next to the south end of the bridge. From its walls you can get a close look at the bridge.
Rio Castle, also called Morea Castle, was built in 1499 by Ottoman Sultan Bayezid II. It faces the Antirrio Castle across the water and together they guard the entrance to the Gulf of Corinth. The castle was later strengthened by the Venetians. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides and preserves a moat, gates, and gun platforms. From the walls you can view the Rio–Antirrio Bridge up close, which makes this one of the best spots for photographing the bridge. Admission costs a few euros. It is closed on Mondays and is about 8 km from Patras city center.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun about 08:00–15:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Rio–Antirrio Bridge
- Castle of Antirrio
- Archaeological Museum of Patras
- Roman Aqueduct of Patras
- Patras Castle
- Agios Nikolaos Stairs
- King George I Square & Apollon Theatre
- Patras Carnival