Porto Heli
Porto Heli isn't just a holiday destination for us, it's a feeling. By chance – or rather, through a small newspaper ad – Christoph's family found a plot of land in Porto Heli Ververonda over 35 years ago and shortly thereafter built their beautiful house. Since its completion, they have spent countless holidays there. It became a place of longing, Christoph's second home – a spot where you can smell life and hear the peace. And so it also became a place close to Jana's heart. It is precisely here that we wish to have our church wedding blessed.
Porto Heli lies on the east coast of the Argolis (Peloponnese) and is the summer hotspot for the international jet set. The large bay merges into small, sheltered coves. Framed by pine-covered hills, it resembles a giant swimming pool. To the north lies the harbor, to the south the Mandrakia with taverns, cafes and bars.
Today & Lifestyle
Since the 1960s, Porto Heli's unique location with its long coastline has attracted many wealthy individuals, leading to the construction of villas with private sea access. Simultaneously, the infrastructure has grown: hotels, restaurants, and café-bars now offer a fine selection of accommodations and culinary experiences. It's no wonder it's often referred to as the "Greek Riviera." Today, Porto Heli is considered a cosmopolitan seaside resort and a meeting place for boat owners, Greek high society, and homeowners from around the world. Even royalty appreciates the area: former Greek King Constantine II lived in Porto Heli for many years, and Dutch King Willem-Alexander also owns a villa here.
Restaurants
Kati Psinetai - Best pita in town, right at the roundabout with a view over the harbor - Simple seating & very affordable.
Ουζερί του Ψαρά - Seafood Restaurant, right next to the Pita Restaurant with a great terrace at fair prices.
Alexandra - Classic Greek - Local restaurant in the second row.
To Oυζάκι - Grill and Greek cuisine - First row with large terrace.
To Limani - Upscale cuisine - Decorated in boho style, at a prime location.
The Drunken Clam - Seafood Deluxe - From lobster to oysters.
Salt & Pepper - For tapas fans - Family-run traditional restaurant.
Cafés und Bars
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Monkey Moo - Trendy Espresso Bar - Take Away oder schnell auf die Hand. Keine gemütliche Chillout Area.
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Old Cafe - Unsere Stammbar und Lieblingscafe - direkt am Hafen auf der Promenade
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Milchshakes und Eisbecher - Ostria Cafe Cocktail Bar - bester Blick auf die Pomade
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Coffee o’ Clock - Cafe direkt am Meer - Einfach, aber gut; Nordseite.
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Drougas Food House - Frühstück, Bäcker und vieles mehr - internationales Publikum
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Sokaki - Cocktails bis der Arzt kommt - Stehbar direkt auf der Promenade
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Malidi Beach Βar - Holz-Bar mit Liegen - Sonnenuntergang und Bar Ambiente
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PouGou's Canteen - Strand Kiosk mit Liegen - Unsere Go-To-Kiosk für Bier und Pita
Aktivitäten/ Ausflüge
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Meer & Strand: In der Nähe von Porto Heli gibt es primär Kies- sowie Steinstrände; wir empfehlen euch daher Badeschuhe (gibt es günstig bei Amazon) einzupacken, um entspannter ins Meer zu gelangen.
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Porto Heli Stadtstrand: bester Zugang beim AKS
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Salty Beach: Veveronda - Kieselstrand, im Wasser Sand, kleine Bar
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PouGou's Canteenn: Veveronda - Kieselstrand, im Wasser Felsen, kleine Bar
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Paralia Korakia - Sandstrand mit separiertem Amanzoe Beach Club
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Paralia Lepitsa - Kilada - Sandstrand perfekt für kleine Kinder
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Salanti Beach - weiß strahlender Kiesstrand mit Weitblick
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08:30 Uhr jeden Morgen legen die Fischer im Hafen an und verkaufen aus dem Boot fangfrischen Fisch - Wo: Direkt vorne im Hafen am Kreisverkehr
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Rent-a-Boat - mit oder ohne Führerschein (bis 15 Ps frei) - Bootsverleih ab 150€/ Tag
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Kleinere Fischerorte in der Umgebung
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Markttag in Ermioni - Jeden Donnerstag (08 Uhr - 14 Uhr) - Großer Obst-, Fisch- und Non-Food Markt - günstige Preise, einfache Kleidung.
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Antikes Theater von Epidaurus und das Aklepios Heiligtum (beides UNESCO Welterbe).
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Nafplio: Historische Bauwerke, romantische Gassen und reichlich Sehenswertes.
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Trekking und Naturtouren:
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Dörfer in der Umgebung wie Fourni oder der Katafiki Creek
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Franchthi-Höhle: In der Nähe von Kilada, eine der bedeutendsten prähistorischen Stätten Griechenlands mit Spuren von der Alt- bis zur Jungsteinzeit.
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Ausflug per Boot: Insel Hydra aus dem Hafen von Ermioni
History & Archaeology
Traces of the area date back to early Greek times. The first settlement was located on the south side of the bay – opposite the present-day village. Towards the end of the 7th century BC, the powerful ancient city of Halieis arose, flourishing between 600 and 300 BC. Its acropolis was situated on Kastraki Hill; the city extended across the slopes and neighboring hills and was surrounded by a nearly 2 km long ring wall with towers. Within the walls, remains of at least 20 houses, workshops, and a religious center were discovered. When the sea level changed in late antiquity, the northern part of the city disappeared beneath the surface. Outside the walls lay a sanctuary dedicated to Apollo, dating from the 7th century BC – now also submerged in Porto Heli Bay.
