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The coastal Astros of Kynouria is a favorite summer destination for the residents of Arcadia, Argolida and not only as in recent years it has experienced significant but mild tourist development with many visitors from Athens, Argos and Nafplio ( hotels in Nafplio ).
This is due to two main reasons: The short distance that separates it from the urban centres mentioned above and the easy access to it.
The second and most important reason has to do with the coastal village of Astros itself as it is sure to win you over at first sight as it is a picturesque seaside village with a wonderful beach, crystal clear sea and a large part of it is built amphitheatrically on the hill “island” that dominates with its presence and the medieval castle that is located on top of it.
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Access instructions to Paralio Astros
Paralio Astros of Kynourias is far from the Athens 170 kilometers from Athens while from Nafplio just 32. To get there from Athens, take the highway to Tripoli and at about 110 km turn towards Argos.
After passing through the capital of Argolida you continue to the old town of Argolida. Argos Tripoli highway and after about 14 km turn left following the signs. The route from Athens takes no more than 2 to 2.5 hours, making it a very short drive from Athens. Paralio Astros an ideal destination even for a weekend.
Accommodation in Astros Kynourias
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Sightseeing in Paralio Astros of Kynouria
The island hill is a small asteroid-shaped peninsula, hence the name of the village, on which traditional stone houses are built and is the most picturesque part of the settlement.
There is also the medieval castle of the Venetians, built in the 15th century, which you must visit as it has an excellent view of the Argolic Gulf, the Nafplio and of course the coastal Astros with its picturesque harbour and the long Callisto beach with a length of about four kilometres!
Another spot worth seeing is the picturesque harbour of the village with the anchored fishing boats (last time we went to Paralio Astros in 2025 the traditional fishing boats had been replaced by “modern” boats) and the crystal clear transparent waters where kids fish with rods and lines.
Walk to the edge of the waterfront and enjoy a different view of the village with the “island” dominating on the right and the long beach on the left. Then sit in one of the many seaside cafes, restaurants and ouzo bars and enjoy the tranquility of the Argolic Gulf.
Excursions from Astros of Kynourias
If you have the time and the appetite, the coastal Astros offers several interesting excursions. You can of course visit nearby Nafplio ( hotels in Nafplio ) for a coffee or a drink while if you want to see the mountainous and traditional villages of Kastanitsa and Agios Petros of Kynouria, access to them is quite short as they are only 37 and 35 km away respectively.
text/photos: Yannis Tsouratzis
Photos from Paralio Astros
Accommodation in Astros Kynourias
Map of Paralio Astros and Astros of Kynourias
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