Marathopolis or Marathos, in the south-west of Messinia, is a beautiful and picturesque seaside village.
Favorite Destination
The coastal pedestrian street gives a unique color to the village with its fish taverns and the romantic sunset.
The Village
Marathopolis harbors both boats and fishing boats, while a boat tour connects Marathopolis with the island of Prroti. Around Marathoupoli you will find beautiful sandy beaches to enjoy the most refreshing baths. North of Marathopoulis (2 km) the magical beach of Lagouvardou, south (3,5 km) the friendly beach of Ag. Sotiro, just below (2 km) the cosmic beach of Mati ..
- Around Marathopolis you will find beautiful sandy virgin beaches.
- Proti island with the monastery of Panagia Gorgopigi.
- A small daily cruise will take you to the endless past.
Messinia and especially West Messinia is famous for its distinctive beaches, with particular reference to Voidokilia, one of the most famous beaches of Greece. Beautiful beaches bordered by the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea, with sand or pebbles. All at short distances, allowing you to visit more than one beaches a day. The northernmost is Elaia, the longest beach in Greece, the breeding site of the sea turtle caretta caretta.
