Our services are rated . Read reviews about our services.
View all our services
Top Greek islands & Mainland Destinations
BOOK YOURFERRY TICKETS
View all destinations
Popular Regions in Greece
View all regions
Most popular Greek islands & mainland destinations
View destinations by popularity
Trending Articles
View more articles
Latest photos by our members
Discover the Greeka Community
Popular Events in Greece
More events in Greece
Location: Zachlorou
The Gorge of Vouraikos in Kalavryta Greece, Peloponnese: Vouraikos River flows between the east side of Mount Erimanthos and the west side of Mount Helmos. This 40-km-long river creates a deep gorge. According to Mythology, Hercules was in love with Voura, the daughter of Nefeligeretes and Eliki, who lived in the sea. He opened then this passage to reach the sea and meet her. The river was named after her.
The gorge starts at around 3 kilometers to the south of the village of Kato Zachlorou and extends between Diakofto and Kalavryta. Many streams enter Vouraikos River at various places and create numerous waterfalls in the process. The width of the gorge varies at different places. The gorge is highly important for the natural habitat of the region and has a variety of flora and fauna.
There are numerous waterfalls and forests that line this gorge and make a hike through it. The gorge also allows you to drive alongside its steep cliffs and near-vertical drops, on the Diakofto-Kalavryta road. The funicular train also takes you through this picturesque gorge, on its way to Kalavryta.
Sign in to the Greeka Community.
Upload your best photos of Greece and interact with other Greeka members!