visitcorinthia.comA weekend in the wine villages
Nemea and the surrounding mountain villages make up one of Greece’s finest wine destinations. A weekend here means vineyards, winery visits and genuine hospitality.
Saturday: wineries & Agiorgitiko
Nemea is the country’s largest PDO red-wine zone, defined by the Agiorgitiko grape. Book visits with tastings — see our guide to the wineries of Nemea.
Midday: traditional cuisine
In Corinthia’s mountain villages you’ll find tavernas serving local meats, pies and regional produce.
Sunday: antiquities & nature
Visit Ancient Nemea with the Temple of Zeus and the stadium, and pair it with a stop at Ancient Corinth.
Nearby: food & where to stay
For food, To Polychoro taverna in Trikala stands out. To stay in nature, Pleiadon Gi Mountain Resort & Spa is ideal.
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