The region has many competitive advantages and is uniquely suited as a cruise and yachting destination, as it offers many alternative forms of tourism such as archaeological, religious, natural, culture, etc.., thus ensuring variety and diversity.
The welcoming events of the O.L.P.A. SA testify to the sense of hospitality and responsibility all stakeholders feel, as well as to the importance of cruise tourism for the port. Tourism is linked to Greece’s age-old civilisation.
Patras is the third largest and one of the most important cities in the country. The capital of Achaia is the most important commercial, industrial, maritime, transportation and tourist centre of the whole region.
Located in the centre of the cultural triangle of Delphi-Olympia-Epidaurus, it is the ideal starting point for excursions to the country’s most important archaeological sites, satisfying even the most demanding visitor. It has a unique charm, an attractive layout and many important buildings (neoclassical, inter-war, industrial etc.).
Thanks to its mild climate, ample entertainment options, great cultural tradition (more than 500 cultural events annually, among them the most famous carnival in Europe) and its leading university schools, it attracts visitors all year round.
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ship dimensions for berth
Year | Passengers (Pax) | Calls |
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2010 | 1,059 | 2 |
2011 | 2,257 | 3 |
2012 | 374 | 3 |
2013 | 1,264 | 2 |
2014 | 745 | 2 |
2015 | 1,090 | 3 |
2016 | 743 | 2 |
2017 | 952 | 2 |
2018 | 1,647 | 2 |
2019 | 1,219 | 2 |
2020 | 0 | 0 |
2021 | 674 | 8 |
2022 | 1,370 | 13 |
2023 | 824 | 13 |
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