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Platamonas Castle

Platamonas, Greece

History

A Crusader castle on a hill between Olympus and the sea, with walls and a keep in good repair. It is visible from the motorway and easy to reach.

Nearest town
Platamonas, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
40.0055, 22.5980

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 October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September 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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FAQs

Where is Platamonas Castle?

Platamonas Castle is in Platamonas, Greece, at GPS 40.0055, 22.5980. It is about 14 km from Litochoro.

Can you camp near Platamonas Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Castle, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 21 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Platamonas Castle?

Platamonas Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mount Olympus and the Vale of Tempe.

What is there to see near Platamonas Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Vale of Tempe (13 km), Prionia (18 km), Dion Archaeological Park (21 km) and Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) (58 km).

When is the best time to visit Platamonas Castle?

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