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National Park & Nature

Corinth Canal

📍 Corinth Canal, Corinth, Greece
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Quick Facts

Location
Greece
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
30 min - 1 hour
Address
Corinth Canal, Corinth, Greece
Coordinates
37.9341, 22.9847

Introduction

Corinth Canal is one of Greece's most stunning engineering feats. Built 1881-1893, connecting the Ionian and Aegean Seas, it features ~6.3 km length, ~24 m width and ~80 m deep cliff walls — an impressive artificial and natural landmark. Separates Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Vertical limestone walls ~80 m deep. Views from bridges. Bungee jumping available. About 1 hour from Athens.

✨ Highlights

01
Cliff walls
~80 m deep vertical limestone walls.
02
Engineering
19th-century canal connecting two seas.
03
Free
Free viewing from bridges.
04
Bungee
Bungee jumping over the canal.

🛈 Practical Info

→Free:Free viewing from bridges.
→Photo:Ships in the canal from above — impressive.
→Bungee:Book ahead for canal bungee.
→Combine:Pair with Mycenae, Nafplio and Athens.
→Access:About 1 hour from Athens; good pit stop.
→Opening Hours:All day
→Transportation:By car / bus (about 1 hour from Athens)

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free (viewing free)

💡 Tips

• Free viewing from bridges; ships in canal are impressive.
• About 1 hour from Athens; good pit stop.
• Pair with Mycenae and Nafplio.
• Information is on-site.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Corinth Canal?

All day

How much is the admission for Corinth Canal?

Adult: Free; Free (viewing free)

Any practical tips for visiting Corinth Canal?

Free viewing from bridges; ships in canal are impressive. About 1 hour from Athens; good pit stop.

How long should I spend at Corinth Canal?

A typical visit takes 30 min - 1 hour.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.