Kotychi and Strofylia Wetlands National Park
Lagoon, marshes, dunes and pine forest on the coast of Achaea and Ilia
The park combines the Kotychi lagoon with the Strofylia forest, where stone pine, Aleppo pine and oak grow behind dunes and sandy sand-hills. Marshes, artificial canals, rivers and lakes such as Lamia and Prokopos make it a large wetland refuge for wildlife.
Things to do
- On footWalk the Strofylia Forest among stone pines, Aleppo pines and oaks
- WildlifeWatch for herons, flamingos and pelicans around the Kotychi Lagoon
- On footStroll the long sandy beach from Kalogria to Kounoupeli
- HeritageVisit the archaeological site of the Dymaion Wall (Teichos Dymaion)