Ammoudia

Description

Ammoudia lies on the Ionian coast of Greece five miles SE of Parga at the mouth of the Acheron river. The river is navigable by small to medium sized yachts up to the town, where it is also possible for a yacht of shallow to moderate draft to moor. Space is tight in the river, and a yacht of much over 12 metres would find turning round quite a challenge, especially with any wind. The beaches are clean, and shade is to be found in the wooded areas immediately behind them, while the southern reaches of the river are usually full of campers and caravanners.The River Acheron forms the largest part of the attraction of this little town. Its waters are crisp and cool - very cool, in fact - and great to swim in. The wildlife upstream makes it worth taking a tender up against the current; alternatively, take an easy kayaking trip with the local company there. Motor boats along the quayside also do river trips, but these are short since the river is blocked to larger vessels by fallen trees.The Acheron River is navigable by yachts of moderate draft, and moorings alongside the town can be found. Alternatively raft up against one of the more permanent vessels.