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Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)

Veria, Greece

History

A Byzantine-era Macedonian town of many churches, with the preserved Jewish quarter of Barbouta, the Kyriotissa quarter and the 1315 frescoes of the Anastasis church. Explore the old lanes on foot; ancient Aigai (Vergina) lies about 13 km away.

Nearest town
Veria, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
40.5170, 22.2000

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 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

  • Κατασκήνωση ΕλαφίναςCampsite
    15 km from Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)
    OSMAdd to trip

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

FAQs

Where is Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)?

Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos) is in Veria, Greece, at GPS 40.5170, 22.2000. It is about 34 km from Edessa.

Can you camp near Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Κατασκήνωση Ελαφίνας, about 15 km away; within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)?

Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos) is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Northern Greece lakes: Kerkini, Veria, Kastoria, Prespa and Ioannina.

What is there to see near Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)?

Places worth a stop nearby: Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) (11 km), Edessa Waterfalls (34 km), Pella (38 km) and Dion Archaeological Park (45 km).

When is the best time to visit Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos)?

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