Le Péloponnèse en Camping-Car : location, conseils, areas, routes

What better than exploring the Peloponnese in camping-car to discover its infinite riches? We give you the keys for one road trip Success!

Close your eyes. Imagine small routes between sea, mountains and Mediterranean plains. Breathe the fragrance of orange trees and admire the beautiful stones and colored facades of warm villages . Intoxicate yourself with ancient legends and myths and walk in the footsteps of the giants.

Admire the most emblematic archaeological sites of ancient Greece, but also impressive medieval fortresses. Taste good mixed dishes with love and nectar of local vineyards. But no, you do not dream: the Peloponnese offers all these treasures, and much more!

Full of charm, this southern peninsula of Greece gathers on 21,000 km2 an unmatched heritage. To explore these pepits and venture out of the beaten paths, nothing better than to browse the Peloponnese on a motorhome. To make the experience truly unforgettable, discover all our practical tips.

Ideas of itineraries in the Peloponnese in camping-car

Starting from Athens or even France , the possibilities to discover the Peloponnese in motorhome are multiple. Discovering must-sees, in-depth visits or thematic tours, you will have the embarrassment of choice.

How do I join the Peloponnese?

The Corinth Canal, which marks the entrance into the Peloponnese Peninsula, is located only 1 hour away from Athens. It is easy to reach the region by camping-car from the airport or after a stopover in the capital.

On the peninsula there are also two airports, Kalamata Airport in the South and Araxos Airport in the North, Patras . Some links to France are available in the season.

Finally, the most adventurous option is to rent a motorhome in France. You can thus close a beautiful crossing of Mediterranean Europe by visiting the Peloponnese.

The different routes

The peninsula is full of riches throughout its territory. If all are worth the detour, they rarely ask to spend more than one or two days on site to discover them. One. road trip camping-car in the Peloponnese is therefore a perfect option to discover the region.

Depending on the duration you want to go on site and your interests, here are the routes we recommend:

• The must-sees of the Peloponnese in a week: From Athens, discover the canal of Corinth, Mycenes, Nauplie, Epidaure, Monemvasia, Mystra and the stunning ancient site of Olympie;

• A complete three-week circuit from Athens: Corinth, Epidaure, Nauplie, Mycenes, Tirynthe, Mystra, Sparte, Monemvasia, Gýthio, the peninsula Mani (plages, visit of the Diros and Kardamýli caves and possibility of hiking), Kalamata, Kóroni, Methóni, Kyparissia, the temple of Apollo in Bassae, the waterfalls of Neda, Olympie, the gorges of Vouraikos, the gorges of Lousios. This route can be completed by a detour Delphs and the Byzantine monastery of Ósios Loukás, or the island of Zakynthos. ;

• An Antiquity route in one week: the ancient Corinth, the theatre of Epidraus, Thyrinth, Mycenes, the temple of Apollo in Bassae, Sparta (museum and ruins), Olympia;

• Itinerary relaxation in one week : the ancient Corinth, the theatre of Epidraus, Thyrinth, Mycenes, the temple of Apollo in Bassae, Sparta (museum and ruins), Olympia;

• Itinerary nature in ten days: cave of Kastania, peninsula of Mani (visit to the caves of Diros and Kardamýli, beaches including that of Foneas, hikes), cascades of Polylimnio, cascades of Neda, gorges of Lousios.

It should be noted that these steps are indicative and can of course be combined differently. If you only have a few days to visit the Peloponnese on a motorhome, the Southeast part already has a lot to offer.

Driving in the Peloponnese in motorhome: the rules of traffic to be known

The Greeks are faithful to the strong reputation of Mediterranean driving. Therefore, it is best to be particularly vigilant on the road. Stay careful.e and do not let you destabilize if you are doubled by the right, for example.

Basic principles

Since Greece is a member of the European Union, the road code is close to that of France. Thus, the safety belt is mandatory, you drive on the right track and the roundabouts take in the opposite direction of the needles of a watch.

To drive a motorhome in Greece, it is imperative to take care of its B , map gray of the vehicle and certificate of insurance . On board the vehicle, it is mandatory to have one signage triangle , one first aid kit and one extinguisher .

Roads and limitations

Although there are several highways, during your road trip In the Peloponnese you will often drive on small quiet roads. The road network is generally in good condition and the signs are numerous.

The speed limits (very limited respect) differ slightly from those of France:

• 50 km/h in the city;
• 70 or 90 km/h on the road;
• 110 km/h on a fast track;
• 120 km/h On the highway.

Two things to note about highways. First, highway panels are green and not blue as in France. Then, it is used use the strip to the right to fold when a faster vehicle catches you up.

Motorways in the Peloponnese: what price for your motorhome category?

Here are the rates of various portions of highways that you can take.e to borrow by visiting the Peloponnese in motorhome:

• From Athens to Patras: 12,50€ ;
• From Athens to Corinth: 3,90€ ;
• From Corinth to Patras: 8,60€ ;
• From Athens to Tripoli: 8,85€ ;
• From Corinth to Tripoli: 4,95€ ;
• From Corinth to Nauplie: €2.55.

How and where to rent a motorhome in France?

Depending on the road you are taking, you will have to travel between 2000 and 3000 kilometers to reach Corinthe from France. Such a road trip is reserved for the most adventurous! To rent a motorhome in France, you can either use a professional agency or use a rental platform between individuals as Yescapa .

Increasingly, they offer you guarantees comparable to those of professionals for a often lower cost. With these two solutions, you should easily find a motorhome near you.

Keep in mind that conditions vary according to rentals, insurance and countries. Thus, do not forget to check that you have the minimum age required to rent the vehicle and drive it to Greece. Permit B allows you to drive the vast majority of motorhomes.

How does it work?

• At first, you have to choose the motorhome in your city (For example Bordeaux, Nantes, Toulouse, Paris, Montpellier or Marseille).
• Be careful choose unlimited mileage, to check the number of beds available and if travel abroad is possible.
• Do your work online rental request and share your travel information (dates, rental options, mileage, etc.) to the owner.
• If your request is accepted and after payment, you will have access to the owner's contact information to organize a First meeting.
• Day J, present your driver's license and pour bail.
• One. status of premises is executed and a lease is signed between the two parties. When you return, after shaking the routes of Peloponnese, sign the state of the places of return and the tower is played!

How and where to rent a motorhome in the Peloponnese or Athens?

Some private rental platforms like Yescapa also offer rentals in Greece. When booking, consider choosing unlimited mileage. As in France, check that you meet the age conditions. For more tranquility, we advise you to choose a renter who speaks a language you master.

In case you prefer to call a professional, you will easily find agencies in Athens and in the cities and airports of the Peloponnese. In small local companies, please explain the details of the rates and guarantees to avoid unpleasant surprises.

A tip: Better check that you have a credit card, not debit. Indeed, some renters will charge you with additional insurance if you use an immediate debit card.

Camping-car areas in the Peloponnese: where to park?

Wild camping is prohibited in Greece. However, it is possible to park its motorhome or van on a parking place and spend the night there. Attention, however, it is only allowed in case the neighboring campsites display complete. You should also know that you may receive a fine if your camping equipment (table, seats...) encroach on the road.

The best option is to bivouaquer in one of the 56 campsite areas that counts the Peloponnese. The site www.greececamping.gr List all campsites in Greece.

As for the Park4Night app, it brings together thousands of recommended locations by travellers around the world to park their camper for the night. This way, it will offer you a host of campsites, car parks and quiet corners to spend the night in the Peloponnese on motorhome.

What is the best time to travel in the Peloponnese on a motorhome?

In the Peloponnese, the climate is Mediterranean: hot and dry summers, mild and humid winters. The months of July and August are very hot, and are also the most touristic. Therefore, ideal is to leave during the spring or autumn , where you will enjoy a brighter sun.

We especially recommend you to travel between mid-May and late June , or between early September and mid-October . It should be noted, however, that nights can be fresh, including summer.

No doubt, visiting the Peloponnese in motorhome is a fantastic experience, provided you are well prepared. With these tips, you are set to organize an unforgettable journey in this cradle of Western civilization!