Akova Castle

#808 among destinations in Greece

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The Akova Castle is a medieval fortification in Gortynia, Arcadia, Greece. The medieval castle, also known as Mattegriffon, is built on top of a steep hill, inaccessible from the three sides. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Medieval architectureCoordinates: 37°43'3"N, 21°59'17"E

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Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian IslandsGreece

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Akova Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ladon Lake.

3.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Ladon Lake
81 min walk • The Ladon Lake or the Ladon Reservoir is an artificial lake in the upper part of the river Ladon, in the northwestern part of Arcadia, Greece. The 50 m high dam was built in 1955. The reservoir is situated in a sparsely populated, mountainous area.