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Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge

Dimitsana, Greece

Nature

A stone mountain village at 945 metres above the Lousios Gorge, which holds the Old Philosophou and Prodromou monasteries. A path between the two takes about 45 minutes to an hour; wear proper boots and avoid descending after heavy rain.

Nearest town
Dimitsana, Greece
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
37.6000, 22.0500

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in 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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Campsites nearby

  • Koustenis VillageMotorhome stopover
    2 km from Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge
    TentsMotorhomesDrinking waterToiletsFree
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

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

FAQs

Where is Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge?

Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge is in Dimitsana, Greece, at GPS 37.6000, 22.0500. It is about 37 km from Olympia.

Can you camp near Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Koustenis Village, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge?

Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Peloponnese mountains: Stymfalia, Kalavryta, Bassae and Olympia.

What is there to see near Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge?

Places worth a stop nearby: Temple of Apollo at Bassae (23 km), Neda Waterfalls (34 km), Ancient Olympia (37 km) and Lake Stymfalia (46 km).

When is the best time to visit Dimitsana and the Lousios Gorge?

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