Beautiful and ideal destinations for every season, the villages of the Peloponnese cater to all tastes and moods. They are picturesque and traditional, boasting excellent tourist infrastructure. Some are by the sea, while others are perched at higher altitudes with stunning views, making it hard to choose which one to visit first! Although the options are many, here we will take a journey through 10 of the most beautiful villages!

The Peloponnese is the largest peninsula in Greece, consisting of seven prefectures (Achaea, Ilia, Messinia, Arcadia, Laconia, Argolis, and Corinth), offering travelers plenty of choices. Each prefecture has a rich historical background that dates back to prehistoric times, and all of them showcase unique natural beauty with stunning landscapes that vary widely.

Here, we move away from the urban landscape and transport ourselves to beautiful villages, passing through mountains and forests, rivers and caves, wandering by the sea and discovering beauties and landscapes that seem unique at this time.

Exploring 10 of the Most Beautiful Villages:

1. Cardamili

We pass through the seaside Cardamili, a landscape of exceptional natural beauty. This traditional stone-built village in the Peloponnese is one of the most beautiful villages in Greece, located in a sheltered cove opposite the lush island of Meropi, where the ruins of Venetian walls and the church of Saint John still stand. On one side, it is washed by the Messinian Gulf, while on the other, it rests at the foot of Taygetus Mountain.

2.Vathia

Vathia, in the heart of Laconian Mani, is built in a prominent position like an acropolis on top of a hill, with its characteristic towers standing out. In this breathtaking natural landscape and unique architecture, the Castle Town of Vathia stands strong against the passage of time, “transporting” visitors to its glorious past.

3.Stemnitsa

The famous Stemnitsa, built on Mainalo at an altitude of 1,080 meters, is designated as a traditional settlement.

4.Kastanitsa

The traditional village of Kastanitsa is perched on the slopes of Parnon in Arcadia.

5.Dimitsana

Dimitsana is a historic village in the Peloponnese, built at an altitude of 950 meters, offering views of the Megalopolis plain and Taygetus. Nature, history, picturesque scenery, activities, delicious traditional cuisine, and handmade local products create the irresistible “package” of experiences that Dimitsana offers.

6.Trikala Corinth

Nestled within the mountain, hidden in the dense fir forest of Ziria, Trikala Corinthias is a small group of villages: Lower Trikala, Middle Trikala, and Upper Trikala.

7.Georgitsi

On the northeastern side of Taygetus, near the border of Laconia and Arcadia, Georgitsi rightfully holds the title “The Balcony of Taygetus.” At an altitude of 970 meters, it offers stunning views over a large part of the Sparta plain, characterized by the chestnut forest above the last houses of the village.

8.Kosmas, Arcadia

The mountain village in the prefecture of Arcadia is built at an altitude of 1,150 meters on Parnon in the area of Southern Kynouria, offering incredible views—hence its nickname “Balcony of Kynouria.” It is one of the most beautiful and picturesque villages in the Peloponnese, surrounded by forests of fir trees, chestnuts, walnuts, and plane trees. The village of Kosmas is about 30 kilometers from Leonidio and lies on the road connecting Arcadia with Laconia.

9.Karytaina

Perched at an altitude of 582 meters, Karytaina stands out with its stone houses and cobblestone alleys that lead visitors to the hilltop castle, where they can enjoy the most beautiful view of the village.

10.Langadia

Built at an altitude of 1,100 meters, Langadia is a completely stone village, with spectacular views of the lush mountainsides surrounding it. It is divided into two neighborhoods, the upper and lower mahala, connected by dizzying slopes. Be sure to walk through to appreciate the village’s beauty from within.