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Greece 09.2022
Travelogue
Starting point 08.09.2022 / 8:15 p.m
After the work is done, one of us unfortunately had to work until 8:00 p.m., it's finally time for our well-deserved vacation.
1330 KM lie ahead of us and we want to get them over with in easy to manage individual sections.
Starting point 08.09.2022 / 8:15 p.m
After the work is done, one of us unfortunately had to work until 8:00 p.m., it's finally time for our well-deserved vacation.
1330 KM lie ahead of us and we want to get them over with in easy to manage individual sections.
First break around 00:30.
It then continued at around 10:00 a.m. We didn't set an alarm. We have to ask that every working day. When on vacation, therefore, as seldom as possible.
First break around 00:30.
It then continued at around 10:00 a.m. We didn't set an alarm. We have to ask that every working day. When on vacation, therefore, as seldom as possible.
That was exhausting.
Break in Milan. Campsite under large trees that provide plenty of shade.
The next mobile home will definitely have at least one cab air conditioner.
Clean sanitary facilities, friendly reception.
For a short night, however, 42 euros.
OK, it's our own fault that we don't use the 24 hours.
But we are drawn further south. The ferry leaves on Sunday and certainly won't wait for us.
That was exhausting.
Break in Milan. Campsite under large trees that provide plenty of shade.
The next mobile home will definitely have at least one cab air conditioner.
Clean sanitary facilities, friendly reception.
For a short night, however, 42 euros.
OK, it's our own fault that we don't use the 24 hours.
But we are drawn further south. The ferry leaves on Sunday and certainly won't wait for us.
The pitches are all 100% full. We drive into a small street and behind one of the parking spaces there is a small cul-de-sac and we were able to spend the night there.
The pitches are all 100% full. We drive into a small street and behind one of the parking spaces there is a small cul-de-sac and we were able to spend the night there.
12.09.22 arrival, then immediately off to the beach. Let's see where we land.
12.09.22 arrival, then immediately off to the beach. Let's see where we land.
We land at Ammoudia beach. We stop beautifully under the trees. Camping is prohibited there. We stick to it and don't put tables in front of the door, don't grill and the awning stays in.
The police come, or rather drive by, and say nothing. So probably everything is fine. The friendly shop assistant of the small grocery store right on the street next to the tavern tells us that a lot has been checked and sent away this summer.
We were there with about 5 - 6 campers at the same time. Maybe we were lucky, maybe it was because nobody showed the typical camping behavior. I dont know. In any case, we stood super under trees.
We didn't even try the satellite dish. There is no reception there under the trees anyway.
Waste disposal and supply does not exist. But neither does it cost. Such a great place in a prime location without a fee. You cant complain.
We are easily equipped with 120 liters of fresh water and two toilet cassettes for 6 - 7 days.
A tip that most of you probably already know and that we have been using for ages: do not throw toilet paper in the cassette. Firstly, the paper only swells up unnecessarily and uses up capacity, and secondly, it tends to stick together and cleaning the cassette is more difficult.
We're staying a few days.
We land at Ammoudia beach. We stop beautifully under the trees. Camping is prohibited there. We stick to it and don't put tables in front of the door, don't grill and the awning stays in.
The police come, or rather drive by, and say nothing. So probably everything is fine. The friendly shop assistant of the small grocery store right on the street next to the tavern tells us that a lot has been checked and sent away this summer.
We were there with about 5 - 6 campers at the same time. Maybe we were lucky, maybe it was because nobody showed the typical camping behavior. I dont know. In any case, we stood super under trees.
We didn't even try the satellite dish. There is no reception there under the trees anyway.
Waste disposal and supply does not exist. But neither does it cost. Such a great place in a prime location without a fee. You cant complain.
We are easily equipped with 120 liters of fresh water and two toilet cassettes for 6 - 7 days.
A tip that most of you probably already know and that we have been using for ages: do not throw toilet paper in the cassette. Firstly, the paper only swells up unnecessarily and uses up capacity, and secondly, it tends to stick together and cleaning the cassette is more difficult.
We're staying a few days.
Acheron Canyon 09/14/22.
Uih is cold, but a big thing.
First at the Acheron along the direction of the source and then further into the river and between the rock faces in the river. Sometimes the water goes up to my wife's chest. Usually only up to the knees. The Acheron is cold, but you get used to it and the view of the steep rocks rising to the right and left is just awesome.
In many places the river is fed by water inflows from mountain cracks or small holes in the rock. This is really worth seeing. Water shoes are a requirement if walking through the river shouldn't be a pain.
Acheron Canyon 09/14/22.
Uih is cold, but a big thing.
First at the Acheron along the direction of the source and then further into the river and between the rock faces in the river. Sometimes the water goes up to my wife's chest. Usually only up to the knees. The Acheron is cold, but you get used to it and the view of the steep rocks rising to the right and left is just awesome.
In many places the river is fed by water inflows from mountain cracks or small holes in the rock. This is really worth seeing. Water shoes are a requirement if walking through the river shouldn't be a pain.
On Thursday, September 15th, 2022, the Womo will take us in the direction of the Meteora monasteries.
Most part via a really well maintained empty autobahn for around 10 euros toll. The last 40 km overland.
Camsite Vrachos Kastraki is a beautiful place close to the monasteries.
On Thursday, September 15th, 2022, the Womo will take us in the direction of the Meteora monasteries.
Most part via a really well maintained empty autobahn for around 10 euros toll. The last 40 km overland.
Camsite Vrachos Kastraki is a beautiful place close to the monasteries.
We took the first public transport bus to the monasteries. According to the timetable, it should run at 9:00 a.m. for a moderate 1.60 euros per person. He actually left at 9:15 a.m., which was OK.
At the end point we got out and then visited a monastery for a moderate 3 euros. We would have had to walk down the narrow road to another monastery, which seemed too strenuous due to the narrowness, the heavy traffic and 33 degrees in the shade.
So we left it at the visit of one, albeit the largest well-preserved monastery. That was OK too.
However, we have a 100 `Honda scooter with us. Because we wouldn't have gotten it out of the Womo on the small plot of the campsite. To do this, it would have been necessary to drive the Womo onto the square and get the scooter out.
I was a little too lazy, but my lover and I both agreed that we'll definitely do it this way on the next similar occasions. We are then much more flexible. So today we would definitely have driven around the mountain on a scooter and would have visited another monastery.
It's also really worth seeing. But two would have been enough. Maybe someday we'll pass Meteora again. Then it is definitely up to the monasteries with the scooter.
We took the first public transport bus to the monasteries. According to the timetable, it should run at 9:00 a.m. for a moderate 1.60 euros per person. He actually left at 9:15 a.m., which was OK.
At the end point we got out and then visited a monastery for a moderate 3 euros. We would have had to walk down the narrow road to another monastery, which seemed too strenuous due to the narrowness, the heavy traffic and 33 degrees in the shade.
So we left it at the visit of one, albeit the largest well-preserved monastery. That was OK too.
However, we have a 100 `Honda scooter with us. Because we wouldn't have gotten it out of the Womo on the small plot of the campsite. To do this, it would have been necessary to drive the Womo onto the square and get the scooter out.
I was a little too lazy, but my lover and I both agreed that we'll definitely do it this way on the next similar occasions. We are then much more flexible. So today we would definitely have driven around the mountain on a scooter and would have visited another monastery.
It's also really worth seeing. But two would have been enough. Maybe someday we'll pass Meteora again. Then it is definitely up to the monasteries with the scooter.
Saturday the 17th and we're going to the east coast. We need the beach by the sea again.
The site is accessible via gravel and paved roads by the sea, far away from the through road. A bit tricky to drive through the huge olive tree plantations in a large camper van. From time to time some branches grind long on the Womo, but it works. You can't be overly sensitive.
The campsite is on the beach but separated from it by a road. You cannot see the sea from the pitches.
We are received extremely friendly. The middle-aged woman makes a copy of an ID card and immediately shows us the place and explains all the facilities on it. Perfect. We take a nice place and arrived -immediately-. It is 100 meters from our place to the beach. A round thing.
So we enjoy the sun and lie in it for a few more hours. Campsite loungers and fixed parasols are available.
To our surprise, there is always live music on Saturday evenings in the tavern on site. A male duo entertains the guests of the tavern with Greek folk music. In addition, not only campers are present, but it seems that residents of the area also like to attend this event. We had already eaten in the mobile home, so we enjoy the cozy atmosphere with one or two cold drinks.
Saturday the 17th and we're going to the east coast. We need the beach by the sea again.
The site is accessible via gravel and paved roads by the sea, far away from the through road. A bit tricky to drive through the huge olive tree plantations in a large camper van. From time to time some branches grind long on the Womo, but it works. You can't be overly sensitive.
The campsite is on the beach but separated from it by a road. You cannot see the sea from the pitches.
We are received extremely friendly. The middle-aged woman makes a copy of an ID card and immediately shows us the place and explains all the facilities on it. Perfect. We take a nice place and arrived -immediately-. It is 100 meters from our place to the beach. A round thing.
So we enjoy the sun and lie in it for a few more hours. Campsite loungers and fixed parasols are available.
To our surprise, there is always live music on Saturday evenings in the tavern on site. A male duo entertains the guests of the tavern with Greek folk music. In addition, not only campers are present, but it seems that residents of the area also like to attend this event. We had already eaten in the mobile home, so we enjoy the cozy atmosphere with one or two cold drinks.
Friendly welcome. On Saturday a group of English campers who have booked should come. So we can't be in the front row. We stand above the beautiful, clean pool and still have a very good view of the valley. Not to the sea, but still very nice.
The best thing about the campsite is the tavern!!!
A view like a postcard motif. Insanity. We had actually planned to cook for ourselves, but when we registered and went to the restaurant to have our passport copied: Unbelievable. I immediately reserved a table, of course the best one in the middle (see picture). What a view. You look into a wide valley and at the end you can see the sea. I'm really excited, still.
The food was good, reasonably priced for the view, but not overly expensive, the service was friendly, and the beer was served with ice-cold glasses. Everything in the green.
But the view... madness!!! (Even if I repeat myself).
Should we drive towards Delphi again, we will use this place again (and eat in the tavern).
Friendly welcome. On Saturday a group of English campers who have booked should come. So we can't be in the front row. We stand above the beautiful, clean pool and still have a very good view of the valley. Not to the sea, but still very nice.
The best thing about the campsite is the tavern!!!
A view like a postcard motif. Insanity. We had actually planned to cook for ourselves, but when we registered and went to the restaurant to have our passport copied: Unbelievable. I immediately reserved a table, of course the best one in the middle (see picture). What a view. You look into a wide valley and at the end you can see the sea. I'm really excited, still.
The food was good, reasonably priced for the view, but not overly expensive, the service was friendly, and the beer was served with ice-cold glasses. Everything in the green.
But the view... madness!!! (Even if I repeat myself).
Should we drive towards Delphi again, we will use this place again (and eat in the tavern).
We learnt.
We unpacked the scooter and now we go to the famous places with the scooter.
Great, impressive what was started to build in 800 BC. What tons of precisely hewn stones. Incredible proportions. A 5000-seat amphibian theater. A sports facility 178 meters long built at the top of the mountains. And much more.
Really impressive. I had looked in advance for a German tour, but found nothing. So we walked through the site using the English-language signs. But a German-language tour would have been better.
But it's very impressive.
We learnt.
We unpacked the scooter and now we go to the famous places with the scooter.
Great, impressive what was started to build in 800 BC. What tons of precisely hewn stones. Incredible proportions. A 5000-seat amphibian theater. A sports facility 178 meters long built at the top of the mountains. And much more.
Really impressive. I had looked in advance for a German tour, but found nothing. So we walked through the site using the English-language signs. But a German-language tour would have been better.
But it's very impressive.
Thursday 09/22/2022
After about half the distance back to the west coast we reach the village of Paleros.
There are already a few other mobile homes here on the stone beach.
Camping is forbidden, but the wooden access barrier is broken in several places. We're looking for a nice job. The friendly Dutch camper next to us says that the police don't come here.
Now we are standing here in absolute peace in nature, awning out, table and chairs in front of it. We bought fresh fish from the local fishmonger, which we later put on the grill.
Cool. First a cappuccino and a few cookies.
On Tuesday, September 27th, 2022, on the ferry day, we continue to Igoumenitsa around noon and the ferry is scheduled to depart towards Ancona at 11:59 p.m.
Thursday 09/22/2022
After about half the distance back to the west coast we reach the village of Paleros.
There are already a few other mobile homes here on the stone beach.
Camping is forbidden, but the wooden access barrier is broken in several places. We're looking for a nice job. The friendly Dutch camper next to us says that the police don't come here.
Now we are standing here in absolute peace in nature, awning out, table and chairs in front of it. We bought fresh fish from the local fishmonger, which we later put on the grill.
Cool. First a cappuccino and a few cookies.
On Tuesday, September 27th, 2022, on the ferry day, we continue to Igoumenitsa around noon and the ferry is scheduled to depart towards Ancona at 11:59 p.m.
So are in port. The ferry for the return journey to Ancona Italy is scheduled to depart at 11:59 p.m. Bit late, but we still had something from the day here. However, it only leaves at 1:00 a.m.
Filled up with fuel and sun again. From the ferry in Ancona we want to stop in Lazise (our favorite place) on Lake Garda in a short slide on the way back.
So are in port. The ferry for the return journey to Ancona Italy is scheduled to depart at 11:59 p.m. Bit late, but we still had something from the day here. However, it only leaves at 1:00 a.m.
Filled up with fuel and sun again. From the ferry in Ancona we want to stop in Lazise (our favorite place) on Lake Garda in a short slide on the way back.
Arrival port at around 17:00. And immediately we started towards Lake Garda.
Arrival port at around 17:00. And immediately we started towards Lake Garda.
Unexpectedly, the pitch was 100 percent full at this time of year. We didn't arrive until 10pm so slept on the edge the first night on the road leading to the square.
Alarm clock set for 07:30, teeth brushed and the 20 meters to the reception and whatever. 5' he place. That means about 2-4 hours of waiting in the hope that 5 campers will leave the site. Since we only wanted to stay one more night in Lazise, we decided to use the very large parking lot, which is slightly elevated not far from the parking space.
However, the operator now knows what a gold mine he owns. 20 euros without supply / disposal for one night is a lot. I got the feeling he smiled a little at his Ferrari (different color and a bit bigger than the spring one) behind the wooden booth when I paid.
Well ok for one night. And we definitely wanted to spend another day in beautiful Lazise.
But there is one of the best equipped camping shops in Italy. In the small shop with friendly operators you will find everything your heart desires and whatever accessories / spare parts / household or electrical items you need or just want.
Unexpectedly, the pitch was 100 percent full at this time of year. We didn't arrive until 10pm so slept on the edge the first night on the road leading to the square.
Alarm clock set for 07:30, teeth brushed and the 20 meters to the reception and whatever. 5' he place. That means about 2-4 hours of waiting in the hope that 5 campers will leave the site. Since we only wanted to stay one more night in Lazise, we decided to use the very large parking lot, which is slightly elevated not far from the parking space.
However, the operator now knows what a gold mine he owns. 20 euros without supply / disposal for one night is a lot. I got the feeling he smiled a little at his Ferrari (different color and a bit bigger than the spring one) behind the wooden booth when I paid.
Well ok for one night. And we definitely wanted to spend another day in beautiful Lazise.
But there is one of the best equipped camping shops in Italy. In the small shop with friendly operators you will find everything your heart desires and whatever accessories / spare parts / household or electrical items you need or just want.
Today we started early towards home. It is actually planned to drive to the Moselle, but according to the navigation system it is 809 kilometers to the small town of Küsserath.
13 hours later, after unfortunately having to wait for a few smaller traffic jams and a total closure behind Baden Baden, we reached the Moselle.
However, we did not end up in Klüsserath but in Zell an der Mosel. A nice pitch. It should be well worth 9 euros a night. Disposal is behind the square and is possible free of charge and one euro is required for water. I don't know how many liters it was, but I needed 2 euros for my 120 liter tank, which was not completely empty.
Today we started early towards home. It is actually planned to drive to the Moselle, but according to the navigation system it is 809 kilometers to the small town of Küsserath.
13 hours later, after unfortunately having to wait for a few smaller traffic jams and a total closure behind Baden Baden, we reached the Moselle.
However, we did not end up in Klüsserath but in Zell an der Mosel. A nice pitch. It should be well worth 9 euros a night. Disposal is behind the square and is possible free of charge and one euro is required for water. I don't know how many liters it was, but I needed 2 euros for my 120 liter tank, which was not completely empty.
Well back home. It was a very nice vacation.
My neighbor asked me what was the highlight of our tour. I can only answer the question with one word: EVERYTHING!
It was a wonderful journey with so many beautiful things. Each a highlight in itself. One thing is certain, Greece will see us again.
Finally, it should be said that the overview above shows 5324 kilometers as the total distance. But 1690 have to be deducted from that, since we took the ferry back and forth from Ancona. So there are 3624 kilometers left.
Well back home. It was a very nice vacation.
My neighbor asked me what was the highlight of our tour. I can only answer the question with one word: EVERYTHING!
It was a wonderful journey with so many beautiful things. Each a highlight in itself. One thing is certain, Greece will see us again.
Finally, it should be said that the overview above shows 5324 kilometers as the total distance. But 1690 have to be deducted from that, since we took the ferry back and forth from Ancona. So there are 3624 kilometers left.
Route
Show newest first- 51.4344 6.7623
- 51° 26' 3.9" N 6° 45' 44.4" E
- 43.8398 13.0194
- 43° 50' 23.3" N 13° 1' 9.9" E
- 43.617 13.5171
- 43° 37' 1.2" N 13° 31' 1.6" E
- 39.5061 20.2655
- 39° 30' 22.1" N 20° 15' 55.9" E
Wir sind mit dem ersten Bus, des ÖPNV zu den Klöstern hoch gefahren. Der sollte um 09:00 Uhr laut Fahrplan für moderate 1,60 Euro pro Person fahren. Er fuhr dann tatsächlich um 09:15 Uhr, was aber auch OK war.
Am Endpunkt sind wir ausgestiegen und haben dsnn für ebenfalls moderate 3 Euro ein Kloster besichtigt. Zu einem weiteren Kloster hätten wir die schmale Straße hinunterlaufen müssen, was uns aufgrund der Enge, des vielen Verkehrs und 33 Grad im Schatten zu anstrengend schien.
Wir beließen es somit bei der Besichtigung eines, allerdings des größten gut erhaltenen Klosters. Das war auch OK.
Allerdings haben wir ja einen 100`er Honda Roller dabei. Denn hätten wir nicht auf der kleinen Parzelle des Campingplatzes aus dem Womo bekommen. Dazu wäre es nötig gewesen das Womo auf den Platz zu fahren und den Roller herauszuholen.
Ich war etwas zu bequem, aber meine Holde und ich waren uns einig, dass wir es bei den nächsten ähnlichen Gelegenheiten auf jeden Fall so machen. WIr sind dann doch wesentlich flexibler. So wären wir heute mit Roller bestimmt noch um den Berg gefahren und hätten auch noch ein weiteres Kloster besucht.
Ist auch echt sehenswert. Aber zwei hätten dann auch gereicht. Vielleicht kommen wir irgendwann ja noch mal an Meteora vorbei. Dann geht es auf jeden Fall mit dem Roller hoch zu den Klöstern.
- 38.8225 22.7164
- 38° 49' 21.2" N 22° 42' 59" E
- 38.4839 22.4757
- 38° 29' 1.9" N 22° 28' 32.5" E
Wir haben gelernt.
Den Roller haben wir ausgepackt und nunmehr geht es mit dem Roller zu den berühmten Stätten.
Toll, beeindruckend was so 800 vor Christus begonnen wurde zu bauen. Welche Tonnen von exakt gehauenen Steinen. Unfassbare Ausmaße. Ein 5000 Personen fassendes Amphibien Theater. Eine Sportanlage von 178 Meter Länge, die ganz ober in den Bergen gebaut wurde. Und noch vieles mehr.
Wirklich beeindruckend. Ich hatte im Vorfeld nach einer deutschen Führung geschaut, aber nix gefunden. So sind wir anhand der englischsprachigen Schilder durch das Gelände gegangen. Besser wäre aber eine deutschsprachige Führung gewesen.
Aber es ist schon sehr beeindruckend.
- 38.7834 20.8827
- 38° 47' 0.2" N 20° 52' 57.8" E
- 39.5061 20.2655
- 39° 30' 22.1" N 20° 15' 55.9" E
- 39.5045 20.2639
- 39° 30' 16.2" N 20° 15' 50.1" E
- 45.5086 10.732
- 45° 30' 31.1" N 10° 43' 55.4" E
- 49.8442 6.8539
- 49° 50' 39.1" N 6° 51' 14" E
- 51.3942 6.8128
- 51° 23' 39" N 6° 48' 46.2" E
Travelogue
Starting point 08.09.2022 / 8:15 p.m
After the work is done, one of us unfortunately had to work until 8:00 p.m., it's finally time for our well-deserved vacation.
1330 KM lie ahead of us and we want to get them over with in easy to manage individual sections.
Starting point 08.09.2022 / 8:15 p.m
After the work is done, one of us unfortunately had to work until 8:00 p.m., it's finally time for our well-deserved vacation.
1330 KM lie ahead of us and we want to get them over with in easy to manage individual sections.
First break around 00:30.
It then continued at around 10:00 a.m. We didn't set an alarm. We have to ask that every working day. When on vacation, therefore, as seldom as possible.
First break around 00:30.
It then continued at around 10:00 a.m. We didn't set an alarm. We have to ask that every working day. When on vacation, therefore, as seldom as possible.
That was exhausting.
Break in Milan. Campsite under large trees that provide plenty of shade.
The next mobile home will definitely have at least one cab air conditioner.
Clean sanitary facilities, friendly reception.
For a short night, however, 42 euros.
OK, it's our own fault that we don't use the 24 hours.
But we are drawn further south. The ferry leaves on Sunday and certainly won't wait for us.
That was exhausting.
Break in Milan. Campsite under large trees that provide plenty of shade.
The next mobile home will definitely have at least one cab air conditioner.
Clean sanitary facilities, friendly reception.
For a short night, however, 42 euros.
OK, it's our own fault that we don't use the 24 hours.
But we are drawn further south. The ferry leaves on Sunday and certainly won't wait for us.
The pitches are all 100% full. We drive into a small street and behind one of the parking spaces there is a small cul-de-sac and we were able to spend the night there.
The pitches are all 100% full. We drive into a small street and behind one of the parking spaces there is a small cul-de-sac and we were able to spend the night there.
12.09.22 arrival, then immediately off to the beach. Let's see where we land.
12.09.22 arrival, then immediately off to the beach. Let's see where we land.
We land at Ammoudia beach. We stop beautifully under the trees. Camping is prohibited there. We stick to it and don't put tables in front of the door, don't grill and the awning stays in.
The police come, or rather drive by, and say nothing. So probably everything is fine. The friendly shop assistant of the small grocery store right on the street next to the tavern tells us that a lot has been checked and sent away this summer.
We were there with about 5 - 6 campers at the same time. Maybe we were lucky, maybe it was because nobody showed the typical camping behavior. I dont know. In any case, we stood super under trees.
We didn't even try the satellite dish. There is no reception there under the trees anyway.
Waste disposal and supply does not exist. But neither does it cost. Such a great place in a prime location without a fee. You cant complain.
We are easily equipped with 120 liters of fresh water and two toilet cassettes for 6 - 7 days.
A tip that most of you probably already know and that we have been using for ages: do not throw toilet paper in the cassette. Firstly, the paper only swells up unnecessarily and uses up capacity, and secondly, it tends to stick together and cleaning the cassette is more difficult.
We're staying a few days.
We land at Ammoudia beach. We stop beautifully under the trees. Camping is prohibited there. We stick to it and don't put tables in front of the door, don't grill and the awning stays in.
The police come, or rather drive by, and say nothing. So probably everything is fine. The friendly shop assistant of the small grocery store right on the street next to the tavern tells us that a lot has been checked and sent away this summer.
We were there with about 5 - 6 campers at the same time. Maybe we were lucky, maybe it was because nobody showed the typical camping behavior. I dont know. In any case, we stood super under trees.
We didn't even try the satellite dish. There is no reception there under the trees anyway.
Waste disposal and supply does not exist. But neither does it cost. Such a great place in a prime location without a fee. You cant complain.
We are easily equipped with 120 liters of fresh water and two toilet cassettes for 6 - 7 days.
A tip that most of you probably already know and that we have been using for ages: do not throw toilet paper in the cassette. Firstly, the paper only swells up unnecessarily and uses up capacity, and secondly, it tends to stick together and cleaning the cassette is more difficult.
We're staying a few days.
Acheron Canyon 09/14/22.
Uih is cold, but a big thing.
First at the Acheron along the direction of the source and then further into the river and between the rock faces in the river. Sometimes the water goes up to my wife's chest. Usually only up to the knees. The Acheron is cold, but you get used to it and the view of the steep rocks rising to the right and left is just awesome.
In many places the river is fed by water inflows from mountain cracks or small holes in the rock. This is really worth seeing. Water shoes are a requirement if walking through the river shouldn't be a pain.
Acheron Canyon 09/14/22.
Uih is cold, but a big thing.
First at the Acheron along the direction of the source and then further into the river and between the rock faces in the river. Sometimes the water goes up to my wife's chest. Usually only up to the knees. The Acheron is cold, but you get used to it and the view of the steep rocks rising to the right and left is just awesome.
In many places the river is fed by water inflows from mountain cracks or small holes in the rock. This is really worth seeing. Water shoes are a requirement if walking through the river shouldn't be a pain.
On Thursday, September 15th, 2022, the Womo will take us in the direction of the Meteora monasteries.
Most part via a really well maintained empty autobahn for around 10 euros toll. The last 40 km overland.
Camsite Vrachos Kastraki is a beautiful place close to the monasteries.
On Thursday, September 15th, 2022, the Womo will take us in the direction of the Meteora monasteries.
Most part via a really well maintained empty autobahn for around 10 euros toll. The last 40 km overland.
Camsite Vrachos Kastraki is a beautiful place close to the monasteries.
We took the first public transport bus to the monasteries. According to the timetable, it should run at 9:00 a.m. for a moderate 1.60 euros per person. He actually left at 9:15 a.m., which was OK.
At the end point we got out and then visited a monastery for a moderate 3 euros. We would have had to walk down the narrow road to another monastery, which seemed too strenuous due to the narrowness, the heavy traffic and 33 degrees in the shade.
So we left it at the visit of one, albeit the largest well-preserved monastery. That was OK too.
However, we have a 100 `Honda scooter with us. Because we wouldn't have gotten it out of the Womo on the small plot of the campsite. To do this, it would have been necessary to drive the Womo onto the square and get the scooter out.
I was a little too lazy, but my lover and I both agreed that we'll definitely do it this way on the next similar occasions. We are then much more flexible. So today we would definitely have driven around the mountain on a scooter and would have visited another monastery.
It's also really worth seeing. But two would have been enough. Maybe someday we'll pass Meteora again. Then it is definitely up to the monasteries with the scooter.
We took the first public transport bus to the monasteries. According to the timetable, it should run at 9:00 a.m. for a moderate 1.60 euros per person. He actually left at 9:15 a.m., which was OK.
At the end point we got out and then visited a monastery for a moderate 3 euros. We would have had to walk down the narrow road to another monastery, which seemed too strenuous due to the narrowness, the heavy traffic and 33 degrees in the shade.
So we left it at the visit of one, albeit the largest well-preserved monastery. That was OK too.
However, we have a 100 `Honda scooter with us. Because we wouldn't have gotten it out of the Womo on the small plot of the campsite. To do this, it would have been necessary to drive the Womo onto the square and get the scooter out.
I was a little too lazy, but my lover and I both agreed that we'll definitely do it this way on the next similar occasions. We are then much more flexible. So today we would definitely have driven around the mountain on a scooter and would have visited another monastery.
It's also really worth seeing. But two would have been enough. Maybe someday we'll pass Meteora again. Then it is definitely up to the monasteries with the scooter.
Saturday the 17th and we're going to the east coast. We need the beach by the sea again.
The site is accessible via gravel and paved roads by the sea, far away from the through road. A bit tricky to drive through the huge olive tree plantations in a large camper van. From time to time some branches grind long on the Womo, but it works. You can't be overly sensitive.
The campsite is on the beach but separated from it by a road. You cannot see the sea from the pitches.
We are received extremely friendly. The middle-aged woman makes a copy of an ID card and immediately shows us the place and explains all the facilities on it. Perfect. We take a nice place and arrived -immediately-. It is 100 meters from our place to the beach. A round thing.
So we enjoy the sun and lie in it for a few more hours. Campsite loungers and fixed parasols are available.
To our surprise, there is always live music on Saturday evenings in the tavern on site. A male duo entertains the guests of the tavern with Greek folk music. In addition, not only campers are present, but it seems that residents of the area also like to attend this event. We had already eaten in the mobile home, so we enjoy the cozy atmosphere with one or two cold drinks.
Saturday the 17th and we're going to the east coast. We need the beach by the sea again.
The site is accessible via gravel and paved roads by the sea, far away from the through road. A bit tricky to drive through the huge olive tree plantations in a large camper van. From time to time some branches grind long on the Womo, but it works. You can't be overly sensitive.
The campsite is on the beach but separated from it by a road. You cannot see the sea from the pitches.
We are received extremely friendly. The middle-aged woman makes a copy of an ID card and immediately shows us the place and explains all the facilities on it. Perfect. We take a nice place and arrived -immediately-. It is 100 meters from our place to the beach. A round thing.
So we enjoy the sun and lie in it for a few more hours. Campsite loungers and fixed parasols are available.
To our surprise, there is always live music on Saturday evenings in the tavern on site. A male duo entertains the guests of the tavern with Greek folk music. In addition, not only campers are present, but it seems that residents of the area also like to attend this event. We had already eaten in the mobile home, so we enjoy the cozy atmosphere with one or two cold drinks.
Friendly welcome. On Saturday a group of English campers who have booked should come. So we can't be in the front row. We stand above the beautiful, clean pool and still have a very good view of the valley. Not to the sea, but still very nice.
The best thing about the campsite is the tavern!!!
A view like a postcard motif. Insanity. We had actually planned to cook for ourselves, but when we registered and went to the restaurant to have our passport copied: Unbelievable. I immediately reserved a table, of course the best one in the middle (see picture). What a view. You look into a wide valley and at the end you can see the sea. I'm really excited, still.
The food was good, reasonably priced for the view, but not overly expensive, the service was friendly, and the beer was served with ice-cold glasses. Everything in the green.
But the view... madness!!! (Even if I repeat myself).
Should we drive towards Delphi again, we will use this place again (and eat in the tavern).
Friendly welcome. On Saturday a group of English campers who have booked should come. So we can't be in the front row. We stand above the beautiful, clean pool and still have a very good view of the valley. Not to the sea, but still very nice.
The best thing about the campsite is the tavern!!!
A view like a postcard motif. Insanity. We had actually planned to cook for ourselves, but when we registered and went to the restaurant to have our passport copied: Unbelievable. I immediately reserved a table, of course the best one in the middle (see picture). What a view. You look into a wide valley and at the end you can see the sea. I'm really excited, still.
The food was good, reasonably priced for the view, but not overly expensive, the service was friendly, and the beer was served with ice-cold glasses. Everything in the green.
But the view... madness!!! (Even if I repeat myself).
Should we drive towards Delphi again, we will use this place again (and eat in the tavern).
We learnt.
We unpacked the scooter and now we go to the famous places with the scooter.
Great, impressive what was started to build in 800 BC. What tons of precisely hewn stones. Incredible proportions. A 5000-seat amphibian theater. A sports facility 178 meters long built at the top of the mountains. And much more.
Really impressive. I had looked in advance for a German tour, but found nothing. So we walked through the site using the English-language signs. But a German-language tour would have been better.
But it's very impressive.
We learnt.
We unpacked the scooter and now we go to the famous places with the scooter.
Great, impressive what was started to build in 800 BC. What tons of precisely hewn stones. Incredible proportions. A 5000-seat amphibian theater. A sports facility 178 meters long built at the top of the mountains. And much more.
Really impressive. I had looked in advance for a German tour, but found nothing. So we walked through the site using the English-language signs. But a German-language tour would have been better.
But it's very impressive.
Thursday 09/22/2022
After about half the distance back to the west coast we reach the village of Paleros.
There are already a few other mobile homes here on the stone beach.
Camping is forbidden, but the wooden access barrier is broken in several places. We're looking for a nice job. The friendly Dutch camper next to us says that the police don't come here.
Now we are standing here in absolute peace in nature, awning out, table and chairs in front of it. We bought fresh fish from the local fishmonger, which we later put on the grill.
Cool. First a cappuccino and a few cookies.
On Tuesday, September 27th, 2022, on the ferry day, we continue to Igoumenitsa around noon and the ferry is scheduled to depart towards Ancona at 11:59 p.m.
Thursday 09/22/2022
After about half the distance back to the west coast we reach the village of Paleros.
There are already a few other mobile homes here on the stone beach.
Camping is forbidden, but the wooden access barrier is broken in several places. We're looking for a nice job. The friendly Dutch camper next to us says that the police don't come here.
Now we are standing here in absolute peace in nature, awning out, table and chairs in front of it. We bought fresh fish from the local fishmonger, which we later put on the grill.
Cool. First a cappuccino and a few cookies.
On Tuesday, September 27th, 2022, on the ferry day, we continue to Igoumenitsa around noon and the ferry is scheduled to depart towards Ancona at 11:59 p.m.
So are in port. The ferry for the return journey to Ancona Italy is scheduled to depart at 11:59 p.m. Bit late, but we still had something from the day here. However, it only leaves at 1:00 a.m.
Filled up with fuel and sun again. From the ferry in Ancona we want to stop in Lazise (our favorite place) on Lake Garda in a short slide on the way back.
So are in port. The ferry for the return journey to Ancona Italy is scheduled to depart at 11:59 p.m. Bit late, but we still had something from the day here. However, it only leaves at 1:00 a.m.
Filled up with fuel and sun again. From the ferry in Ancona we want to stop in Lazise (our favorite place) on Lake Garda in a short slide on the way back.
Arrival port at around 17:00. And immediately we started towards Lake Garda.
Arrival port at around 17:00. And immediately we started towards Lake Garda.
Unexpectedly, the pitch was 100 percent full at this time of year. We didn't arrive until 10pm so slept on the edge the first night on the road leading to the square.
Alarm clock set for 07:30, teeth brushed and the 20 meters to the reception and whatever. 5' he place. That means about 2-4 hours of waiting in the hope that 5 campers will leave the site. Since we only wanted to stay one more night in Lazise, we decided to use the very large parking lot, which is slightly elevated not far from the parking space.
However, the operator now knows what a gold mine he owns. 20 euros without supply / disposal for one night is a lot. I got the feeling he smiled a little at his Ferrari (different color and a bit bigger than the spring one) behind the wooden booth when I paid.
Well ok for one night. And we definitely wanted to spend another day in beautiful Lazise.
But there is one of the best equipped camping shops in Italy. In the small shop with friendly operators you will find everything your heart desires and whatever accessories / spare parts / household or electrical items you need or just want.
Unexpectedly, the pitch was 100 percent full at this time of year. We didn't arrive until 10pm so slept on the edge the first night on the road leading to the square.
Alarm clock set for 07:30, teeth brushed and the 20 meters to the reception and whatever. 5' he place. That means about 2-4 hours of waiting in the hope that 5 campers will leave the site. Since we only wanted to stay one more night in Lazise, we decided to use the very large parking lot, which is slightly elevated not far from the parking space.
However, the operator now knows what a gold mine he owns. 20 euros without supply / disposal for one night is a lot. I got the feeling he smiled a little at his Ferrari (different color and a bit bigger than the spring one) behind the wooden booth when I paid.
Well ok for one night. And we definitely wanted to spend another day in beautiful Lazise.
But there is one of the best equipped camping shops in Italy. In the small shop with friendly operators you will find everything your heart desires and whatever accessories / spare parts / household or electrical items you need or just want.
Today we started early towards home. It is actually planned to drive to the Moselle, but according to the navigation system it is 809 kilometers to the small town of Küsserath.
13 hours later, after unfortunately having to wait for a few smaller traffic jams and a total closure behind Baden Baden, we reached the Moselle.
However, we did not end up in Klüsserath but in Zell an der Mosel. A nice pitch. It should be well worth 9 euros a night. Disposal is behind the square and is possible free of charge and one euro is required for water. I don't know how many liters it was, but I needed 2 euros for my 120 liter tank, which was not completely empty.
Today we started early towards home. It is actually planned to drive to the Moselle, but according to the navigation system it is 809 kilometers to the small town of Küsserath.
13 hours later, after unfortunately having to wait for a few smaller traffic jams and a total closure behind Baden Baden, we reached the Moselle.
However, we did not end up in Klüsserath but in Zell an der Mosel. A nice pitch. It should be well worth 9 euros a night. Disposal is behind the square and is possible free of charge and one euro is required for water. I don't know how many liters it was, but I needed 2 euros for my 120 liter tank, which was not completely empty.
Well back home. It was a very nice vacation.
My neighbor asked me what was the highlight of our tour. I can only answer the question with one word: EVERYTHING!
It was a wonderful journey with so many beautiful things. Each a highlight in itself. One thing is certain, Greece will see us again.
Finally, it should be said that the overview above shows 5324 kilometers as the total distance. But 1690 have to be deducted from that, since we took the ferry back and forth from Ancona. So there are 3624 kilometers left.
Well back home. It was a very nice vacation.
My neighbor asked me what was the highlight of our tour. I can only answer the question with one word: EVERYTHING!
It was a wonderful journey with so many beautiful things. Each a highlight in itself. One thing is certain, Greece will see us again.
Finally, it should be said that the overview above shows 5324 kilometers as the total distance. But 1690 have to be deducted from that, since we took the ferry back and forth from Ancona. So there are 3624 kilometers left.
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