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Temple of Apollo at Bassae

Figaleia, Greece

History

A fifth-century BC temple of Apollo at 1,131 metres on Mount Kotylion, the first Greek site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It stands under a protective white tent, and the road up is remote and mountainous.

Nearest town
Figaleia, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
37.4350, 21.8969
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Apollo villageCampsite
    20 km from Temple of Apollo at Bassae
  • Camping TholoCampsite
    20 km from Temple of Apollo at Bassae
  • Camping théliaCampsite
    20 km from Temple of Apollo at Bassae
    Waste disposalWi-Fi
  • Koustenis VillageMotorhome stopover
    21 km from Temple of Apollo at Bassae
    TentsMotorhomesDrinking waterToiletsFree
  • Your spot west PeloponeseCampsite
    22 km from Temple of Apollo at Bassae
  • Motorhome stopover · OlympiaMotorhome stopover
    25 km from Temple of Apollo at Bassae
    Motorhomes

All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Temple of Apollo at Bassae?

Temple of Apollo at Bassae is in Figaleia, Greece, at GPS 37.4350, 21.8969. It is about 33 km from Olympia.

Can you camp near Temple of Apollo at Bassae?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Apollo village, about 20 km away; within 25 km there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Temple of Apollo at Bassae?

Temple of Apollo at Bassae is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Peloponnese mountains: Stymfalia, Kalavryta, Bassae and Olympia.

What is there to see near Temple of Apollo at Bassae?

Places worth a stop nearby: Neda Waterfalls (13 km), Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge (23 km), Ancient Messene (29 km) and Ancient Olympia (33 km).

When is the best time to visit Temple of Apollo at Bassae?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)