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Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida

Ioannina, Greece

History

A small car-free island village in Lake Pamvotida with stone-and-timber Epirote houses, tavernas and several monasteries, including the one where Ali Pasha died in 1822. Take the boat from Ioannina's lakefront pier, about ten minutes, and explore the cobbled lanes on foot.

Nearest town
Ioannina, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
39.6731, 20.8803

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 October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. 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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Campsites nearby

  • Motorhome stopover · IoanninaMotorhome stopover
    2 km from Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida
    Motorhomes
  • LimnopoulaCampsite
    3 km from Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida
    Dogs allowedWi-Fi
  • Limnopoula CampingMotorhome stopover
    3 km from Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida
    Motorhomes
  • Ionnina GlampingCampsite
    13 km from Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida
  • Camperstop: TriethnesMotorhome stopover
    16 km from Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida
    MotorhomesToiletsWaste disposalWi-FiFree
  • Motorhome stopover · MonodendriMotorhome stopover
    21 km from Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida
    TentsMotorhomesFree

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

FAQs

Where is Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida?

Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida is in Ioannina, Greece, at GPS 39.6731, 20.8803. It is about 26 km from Monodendri.

Can you camp near Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Limnopoula, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 7 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida?

Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Northern Greece lakes: Kerkini, Veria, Kastoria, Prespa and Ioannina.

What is there to see near Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida?

Places worth a stop nearby: Ioannina Castle (2 km), Ancient Dodona (16 km), Stone Bridges of Kipi (23 km) and Metsovo (28 km).

When is the best time to visit Nisi Island, Lake Pamvotida?

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

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