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How do I get to Sivota?
The Municipality of Igoumenitsa identifies Aktion, Corfu and Ioannina airports as air gateways for the area; et après road travel is required to reach Sivota. Grèce’s official tourism portal states that the road journey à partir de Ioannina to Syvota takes about 1.5–2 heures.
How do I get around Sivota?
Thesprotia KTEL lists the Igoumenitsa–Syvota–Perdika route, providing public road access to Syvota. Grèce’s official tourism portal also notes connections via Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Ioannina. KTEL Thesprotias lists the Igoumenitsa–Sivota–Perdika route, connecting Sivota by public bus with Igoumenitsa and Perdika.
Which essential services should I know in Sivota?
Use 199 to report a fire. The directory also lists the Igoumenitsa Fire Brigade at 26650 23202. 112 is free and connects callers with the Police, Fire Service, EKAB ambulance service and Coast Guard. It can also be contacted without a SIM card and supports SMS.
What can I do in Sivota?
The regional tourism guide identifies Mega Ammos, Mikri Ammos, Zavia, Zeri, Piscina and Kokkino Vracho as beaches for swimming and water sports. Sivota combines sandy beaches, hidden coves and four uninhabited islets: Agios Nikolaos, Mavro Oros, Megalo Mourtemeno and Mikro Mourtemeno.
Which cultural places should I know in Sivota?
The Ancient Theatre of Gitana in Thesprotia is listed among the Ministry of Culture’s official cultural venues and is a notable archaeological excursion à partir de Sivota. The Ministry of Culture’s archaeological listing records the Vrachonas Ottoman settlement in Sivota as a cultural heritage site of the area.
Which sights and day trips are around Sivota?
For an inland day trip, the Acheron valley offers a wild natural setting and trekking routes starting à partir de the village of Glyki. Boat excursions depart à partir de Sivota harbour for Piscina Beach, known as the Blue Lagoon, and the nearby islets.
Which local food and products should I look for in Sivota?
Traditional local pies include greens pie, cheese pie, leek pie, meat pie and milk pie. Sivota’s culinary identity combines fresh fish and seafood with Epirus-style pies, greens, cheeses, meats and olive oil.
Getting there
Compare road access, intercity buses, rail where available and the airport serving Sivota. Recheck official sources for current timetables before travelling.
Airports
Three airport options for reaching the area
The Municipality of Igoumenitsa identifies Aktion, Corfu and Ioannina airports as air gateways for the area; et après road travel is required to reach Sivota.
Accès time à partir de Ioannina
Grèce’s official tourism portal states that the road journey à partir de Ioannina to Syvota takes about 1.5–2 heures.
Nearby airports: Ioannina, Aktion and Corfu
Syvota is accessible by road à partir de Ioannina, Aktion/Preveza and Corfu airports. Travel à partir de Corfu additionally requires a ferry to Igoumenitsa.
Ferries
International ferry links to Igoumenitsa
Igoumenitsa has ferry links with Italian ports including Ancona and Brindisi, providing international sea access to the wider Syvota area.
Ferry access via Corfu
Travellers can reach Igoumenitsa by ferry à partir de Corfu and then continue by road for approximately 24 km to Syvota.
Intercity buses
Intercity KTEL connection via Igoumenitsa
KTEL Thesprotias operates the Igoumenitsa–Sivota–Perdika route, providing bus access à partir de the region’s main transport hub.
Intercity bus connections
Grèce’s official tourism portal reports intercity KTEL connections between Syvota, Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Ioannina; travellers à partir de Athens ou Thessaloniki generally transfer via Ioannina ou Igoumenitsa.
Ports
Nearest major port: Igoumenitsa
For ferry access, the area’s main hub is Igoumenitsa Port, with connections to Patras, Corfu, Paxos and Italian ports.
Main maritime gateway: Igoumenitsa Port
Igoumenitsa Port is the main international maritime gateway for Syvota, with connections to Italy, Corfu and Paxos.
Road access
Road access through Thesprotia’s main highways
The area is reached via Egnatia Odos (E90), Ionia Odos (A5) and the Igoumenitsa–Preveza national road (E55), with Sivota served by the road network south of Igoumenitsa.
Road access via Egnatia and Ionian motorways
Syvota is reached via Epirus’ main motorway network, particularly the Egnatia and Ionian motorways, with the final approach through Igoumenitsa and the national road toward Preveza.
Getting around
Local buses, taxis, transfers, rentals, parking, walking and other practical ways to move around Sivota.
Local buses
Intercity bus connection to Syvota
Thesprotia KTEL lists the Igoumenitsa–Syvota–Perdika route, providing public road access to Syvota. Grèce’s official tourism portal also notes connections via Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Ioannina.
Intercity bus link between Igoumenitsa, Sivota and Perdika
KTEL Thesprotias lists the Igoumenitsa–Sivota–Perdika route, connecting Sivota by public bus with Igoumenitsa and Perdika.
Taxi
Local taxi service in Sivota
Taxi Sivota is based in Sivota and offers bookings for private tours and airport transfers.
Transfers
Transfers to ports, airports and hotels
TST Transfer, a family-run business based in Sivota, arranges rides to and à partir de Igoumenitsa port, airports, hotels and residences.
Private transfers by taxi, minivan and minibus
A local Sivota provider offers private transfers using taxis, minivans and minibuses for airport, port and group transportation.
Essentials & services
Useful numbers, emergency services, health, tourist information, accessibility and public services. Specific details include their source.
Emergency services
Fire emergency contacts
Use 199 to report a fire. The directory also lists the Igoumenitsa Fire Brigade at 26650 23202.
European emergency number 112
112 is free and connects callers with the Police, Fire Service, EKAB ambulance service and Coast Guard. It can also be contacted without a SIM card and supports SMS.
Essential emergency numbers
For immediate assistance in Grèce, call 112; ambulance 166, police 100, fire service 199 and Coast Guard 108.
Healthcare
Ambulance and hospital care
Appeler 166 for an ambulance. The same directory lists Filiates Hospital at 26640 22203 and Igoumenitsa Health Centre at 26650 24420.
Local regional clinic
The Thesprotia useful-phones directory lists the Sivota Regional Clinic at 26650 71256.
Healthcare access with an EHIC
EHIC holders can receive medically necessary state healthcare in Grèce during a temporary stay under the same conditions as people insured in Grèce.
Local medical centre
The official Syvota–Sivota map of the Regional Unit of Thesprotia lists the Medical Center of Sivota at 26650 93075.
Calling an ambulance
The Ministry of Health states that 166 is used when immediate hospital transport is needed. Give your exact location and a nearby landmark in Sivota.
Pharmacies
Pharmacy in Sivota
The area services map lists Sakkelopoulou Ioli pharmacy in Sivota at 26650 93150.
Finding an on-duty pharmacy
The government eHealth Record service provides a search tool for the pharmacy on duty in your area; use it for Sivota before travelling there.
Safety information
Sivota Police Station
For local safety matters, the Thesprotia useful-phones directory lists Sivota Police Station at 26650 93333.
Tourist information
Tourist Information Office
The area map lists a Tourist Information Office in Sivota at 26650 93197.
Useful contacts
Sivota Port Office
For port-related and maritime-safety matters, the Thesprotia directory lists the Sivota Port Office at 26650 43100.
🆘 112 · European emergency number
24/7 and free. Connects to Police, Fire Service, EKAB ambulance and Coast Guard.
👮 100 · Police emergency response
For immediate police intervention throughout Grèce.
🚑 166 · EKAB ambulance
For emergency medical help and transport.
🔥 199 · Fire Service
À report a fire. In immediate danger also use 112.
🛟 108 · Hellenic Coast Guard
For emergencies at ports ou at sea.
🧳 1571 · Tourist Police
Tourist Police service line.
Beaches & activities
Beaches, hiking, water activities, boat trips, diving and family options in Sivota.
Beaches
Beaches for swimming and water sports
The regional tourism guide identifies Mega Ammos, Mikri Ammos, Zavia, Zeri, Piscina and Kokkino Vracho as beaches for swimming and water sports.
Beaches and islets with turquoise waters
Sivota combines sandy beaches, hidden coves and four uninhabited islets: Agios Nikolaos, Mavro Oros, Megalo Mourtemeno and Mikro Mourtemeno.
Boat trips
Organised cruises à partir de Sivota
A local operator lists two-hour, half-day, full-day and family cruise options around Sivota.
Exploring the Sivota islets by boat
The area is well suited to sailing and boat trips among the islets of Agios Nikolaos, Mavro Oros, Megalo Mourtemeno and Mikro Mourtemeno.
Boat trip to the Blue Lagoon
Boat excursions depart à partir de Sivota port for Piscina Beach, known as the Blue Lagoon, with opportunities for swimming and snorkelling around the islets.
Private boat rental for coastal exploration
Boat rental in Sivota provides access to the coastline, islets and beaches difficult to reach by land, with options including boats with ou without a licence and skipper services.
Glass-bottom boat experiences
Some sea services in the area offer glass-bottom boats, allowing visitors to observe the seabed without getting wet.
Boat trip to the Blue Lagoon
Boat excursions depart à partir de Sivota harbour toward Piscina and the Mourtemeno islets, with opportunities for swimming and marine exploration.
Diving
Scuba diving and instruction
Sivota offers scuba diving in the clear Ionian waters, with organised options for beginners and visitors without equipment.
Family activities
Water slides at Zeri Beach
Zeri Beach features water slides, providing an additional seaside activity for children and families.
Shallow-water access at Bella Vraka
Bella Vraka is located on Megalo Mourtemeno and can be reached by boat ou by walking through shallow water, making it a notable family-friendly option.
Family and kids cruises
Family-oriented cruises include safe swimming spots, activities for children and time for relaxation.
Outdoor activities
Water-based outdoor activities
The coast and islets around Sivota support swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, SUP and exploring small coves by boat.
Swimming
Swimming and snorkelling at Piscina
Piscina Beach, in the Sivota islet complex, is suitable for swimming and exploring the seabed with a mask and snorkel.
Swimming at Piscina Beach
Piscina Beach, in the Sivota islet complex opposite Agios Nikolaos, is known for turquoise waters and is suitable for swimming and snorkelling.
Water sports
Snorkelling cruises
Local operators offer snorkelling cruises in the Ionian waters, focusing on marine life and underwater scenery.
Culture & history
Museums, archaeological sites, monuments, religious sites and cultural venues. Confirm hours and tickets with the official source before visiting.
Archaeological sites
Ancient Theatre of Gitana
The Ancient Theatre of Gitana in Thesprotia is listed among the Ministry of Culture’s official cultural venues and is a notable archaeological excursion à partir de Sivota.
Vrachonas Ottoman Settlement
The Ministry of Culture’s archaeological listing records the Vrachonas Ottoman settlement in Sivota as a cultural heritage site of the area.
Vrachonas in the national archaeological register
The Ministry of Culture lists Vrachonas in Sivota as an “Ottoman settlement,” within Grèce’s recorded archaeological sites and monuments.
Monuments
Vrachonas: a protected historic settlement
Southeast of modern Sivota, the ruined settlement of Vrachonas preserves around 50 stone two-storey houses with vaulted ground floors dating à partir de the 18th–19th centuries. It was declared a protected historic monument in 1993.
Museums
Archaeological Museum of Igoumenitsa
The Ministry of Culture’s official cultural programme lists the Archaeological Museum of Igoumenitsa, the principal nearby museum option for visitors to Sivota.
Sights & day trips
Landmarks, villages, nature, viewpoints, protected areas and day-trip ideas around Sivota.
Day trips
The Acheron valley
For an inland day trip, the Acheron valley offers a wild natural setting and trekking routes starting à partir de the village of Glyki.
Boat trip to the Blue Lagoon
Boat excursions depart à partir de Sivota harbour for Piscina Beach, known as the Blue Lagoon, and the nearby islets.
Plataria and Agia Paraskevi chapel
On the route à partir de Igoumenitsa to Sivota, Plataria is a nearby coastal stop, while the Agia Paraskevi chapel offers views over its bay.
Boat trips around the islets
Boat excursions à partir de Sivota harbour reach Piscina, Megalo Mourtemeno, Mikro Mourtemeno and other coves in the islet complex.
Landmarks
The abandoned settlement of Vrahona
On a hill east of Sivota lie the remains of Vrahona, including around 50 old stone houses and traces of a prehistoric acropolis.
Nature
The Sivota island complex
Sivota is surrounded by the small islands of Agios Nikolaos, Mavro Oros, Megalo Mourtemeno and Mikro Mourtemeno, forming a distinctive landscape of coves and green shores.
Bella Vraka and the Sivota beaches
Sivota’s notable natural sights include Bella Vraka, Piscina, Gallikos Molos, Mikri Ammos and Mega Ammos.
Piscina – the Blue Lagoon
Piscina Beach lies in Sivota’s islet complex opposite Agios Nikolaos and is known for its turquoise waters.
Viewpoints
Sivota bay
The seaside settlement is built around a sheltered bay, offering views towards the islets and the green coastal landscape.
The indented coastline
The Municipality of Igoumenitsa describes the approach to Sivota as a scenic coastal route with a picturesque settlement, green islets and views over the Ionian waters.
Villages
Plataria and Agia Paraskevi
Nearby Plataria provides access to the church of Agia Paraskevi, located about 3 km à partir de the village on a site with historical associations.
Food & gastronomy
Local products, markets, culinary traditions, wineries and food experiences. Specific information includes its source.
Culinary traditions
Epirus-style pies
Traditional local pies include greens pie, cheese pie, leek pie, meat pie and milk pie.
A cuisine of sea and Epirus
Sivota’s culinary identity combines fresh fish and seafood with Epirus-style pies, greens, cheeses, meats and olive oil.
Epirote pies as a central culinary tradition
Visitors can look for greens, cheese, leek, meat and milk pies, all characteristic expressions of Epirote cuisine.
A cuisine combining the sea and Epirus
The local food identity combines fish, prawns, squid and octopus with Epirote pies, greens, cheeses, meat and olive oil.
Local products
Local products at breakfast
Blue Coast highlights local ingredients such as eggs, honey, bread and cheese in its breakfast offering.
Sheep’s- and goat’s-milk cheeses
Regional cheeses include feta, galotyri, anthotyro and kefalotyri, served as accompaniments ou used in traditional recipes.
Epirote wines and spirits
The wider Epirote food landscape includes the wines of Zitsa and Metsovo, along with aged tsipouro.
Sheep’s- and goat’s-milk cheeses
Epirote cuisine gives a prominent role to feta, galotyri, anthotyro and kefalotyri, commonly used in pies and meze.
Restaurants
Restaurant highlighting Greek local products
The Efyra restaurant at Sivota Diamond Spa Resort offers buffet meals with an emphasis on local Greek products.
Seafood and homemade Greek dishes
Blue Coast Restaurant offers homemade Greek dishes, seafood, and desserts including spoon sweets and homemade treats.
Family tavern with homemade Greek cuisine
Georgeos Family, by Sivota’s small harbor, serves Greek cuisine and homemade-style dishes rooted in a long family tradition.
Onar: a contemporary approach to Greek and Mediterranean cuisine
Onar in Agia Paraskevi combines Greek and Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary creative approach and an emphasis on local products.
Georgeos Family: homemade Greek cuisine by the harbour
The family-run Georgeos Family tavern by Syvota harbour serves home-style Greek dishes and uses fresh seasonal ingredients.
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