Vouliagmeni lake near Loutraki
LAKE OR NOT
Limni Vouliagmeni is a lagoon located 16 km northwest of Loutraki.
Not to be confused with the same name, but much better known Limni Vouliagmeni of Attica. The one in Athens is actually a lake, while the one in this post is not.
SALTY
Limni (meaning lake in Greek) Vouliagmeni has a maximum length of 2 km and a maximum width of about 1 km, while Its depth does not exceed 40 meters at its deepest point.
It has a sandy beach and is not very crowdy.
This is a lagoon and not a lake, because it communicates with the waters of the Corinthian Gulf. The entrance in no more than 6 meters in width.
Most of its water is seawater and is renewed every 6 hours thanks to the tides.
In general, the sea is windless, noticeably saltier than the sea nearby, but it is also warm, making it suitable for swimming even in late autumn. The banks are covered with fine sand.
“The light shot beyond Lake Gorgopis and when it arrived on Mt. Aegiplancton it conmmianded the firekeeper not to delay”
MORE THAN 5000 YEARS
In ancient times it was called Black Lake, Eshatiotis and also Gorgopis (a name taken from the Gorge daughter of Megarea who drowned in the lake).
Traces of human settlement have been found near the narrow channel of the lake, indicating that the area has been inhabited since the 3rd millennium BC.
This is a quite, attractive location full of pine trees and tamarisk trees. On arrival, you will see small beaches, most of which have fine pebbles or sand and are located next to a road.
Limni Vouliagmeni is just 1.5 hours from Athens and 30 minutes from Loutraki. To get there, follow the road leading to Perachora from Loutraki. Then follow the road that goes downhill from the village.
The place is suitable for water sports and the entire lakeside road, which stretches for about 5 km around the lake, is ideal for cycling enthusiasts.
At the southwest side lies the chapel of Agios Nikolaos, which is rather beautiful; many choose to have their wedding here.
In all, a very nice little trip for your swim, while in Athens. Many other attractions nearby, but those will be mentioned in another post.
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