Experience Vytina and Menalon
VYTINA
The major attraction in Vytina village is the Holy Church of Saint Tryphon which dominates the square of the village, built in 1846 and having as a main construction material the black marble which has been extracted from the surrounding area. In addition, the two traditional ovens that reside next to central square and the Folklore Museum complete the main symbols of the village.
The entrance road with the magnificent site of trees in both sides, gives a warm welcome to the visitors. Excellent native foods and drinks can be purchased at the village shops.
LOUSSIOS RIVER
Loussios River, has a length of twenty three (23) kilometers from the stems of Karkalou plateau flowing up to Karitaina village. According to the tradition, this is the place where Zeus “bathed” by the nymphs, when he was born. Its waters temperature is maintain constant all year round.
This place is ideal for water sports such as rafting and canoe kayak, but also for trekking and mountain bike. You can enjoy these sports especially in the area of Ancient Gortyn near the bridge of Atsicholou.
LIBOVISI
In 20 km away of Vytina village, in a quiet place in the heart of Menalon, the village of Greece, the village of Theodoros Kolokotronis is located, the wonderful Libovisi.
Today it is uninhabited. But the historic church of St. John and the refurbished home of Kolokotronis reveal its existence, thanks to the donation of P. Angelopoulos.
The wildlife along the route is fantastic. Throughout the road is covered with firs and it really fascinates the visitor. Perhaps the best road route in Greece!
MENEALON’S SKI RESORT
Menalon Mountain is a source of life and happiness throughout the Peloponnese. Stretching proudly from the plateau of Tripoli by Lucius Gorge and Lake Ladonas to Megalopolis.
The ski resort is located in Ostrakina plateau at an altitude of 1600 meters and reaches the highest peak of Mainalon, Prophet Elias at 1981 meters.
It belongs to the EOS Tripoli and it is 12 km away from Vytina village.
LADONAS LAKE/RIVER
The artificial Lake of Ladonas is located between the mountains of Langadino and Afrodisio, where it flows like a snake shape. Initially it was a river but in 1955 it has been reformed to a lake due to the construction of the hydroelectric dam.
Rafting, Paintball, Canoe kayak, Mountain bike, flying fox & Monkey Bridge are just a sample of the available activities in the area.
Ladonas lake is 53 km long, while Ladonas river (the place where the activities take place) is 43 km long.
OTHER PLACES
There are a lot of other places to visit and activities to do nearby Natura Hotel Vytina. A short list of them includes:
- Kapsia Cave (30 km away)
- Zatouna – Museum of Mikis Theodorakis (22 km away)
- Philosopher’s Convent (30 km away)
- Prodromou Convent (30 km away)
