Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge
Kardamyli, Greece
A small coastal village on the Mani peninsula, mentioned in Homer's Iliad, where the Viros Gorge trail begins and descends towards the sea. The hike takes roughly four to six hours; spring is recommended, as the gorge is dry in summer and dangerous in winter floods.
- Nearest town
- Kardamyli, Greece
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 36.8830, 22.2330
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June, September and December. Hot in July–August. (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
- Camping KalogriaCampsite4 km from Kardamyli and the Viros GorgeTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
- FareCampsite17 km from Kardamyli and the Viros GorgeTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersWaste disposal
- Fish Tavern "O Faros" Free ParkingMotorhome stopover24 km from Kardamyli and the Viros GorgeMotorhomesFree
All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge?
Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge is in Kardamyli, Greece, at GPS 36.8830, 22.2330. It is about 20 km from Kalamata.
Can you camp near Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Kalogria, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge?
Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Peloponnese south: Monemvasia, Sparta, Mystras and the Mani.
What is there to see near Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mystras (24 km), Ancient Sparta (28 km), Diros Caves (30 km) and Gythio and Mavrovouni Beach (32 km).
When is the best time to visit Kardamyli and the Viros Gorge?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)