Dymaean Wall

Achaea, Greece

The Dymaean Wall (Teichos Dymaiōn) or Kalogria Castle is a prehistoric acropolis in western Achaea, Greece. The fortress stands in a strategic position on a rocky hilltop, north of the Prokopos lagoon, near the village of Araxos. It was built in the Mycenaean period, probably around 1300 BC, but human occupation of the site started already around 3500 BC. It was deserted in the 18th century AD. During World War II it was used by occupying Italian forces, who built a number of military installations on the site and damaged the prehistoric fortifications.

It was named the Dymaean Wall after the nearby ancient city of Dyme. During the war between the Achaean and the Aetolian Leagues (220–217 BC) it was seized by king Philip V of Macedon.

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Founded: 1300 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Greece

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User Reviews

Alexis Lagoudakis (15 months ago)
The site was closed for the whole 2nd half of August! One wonders how they plan for the tourist season. Most likely they are overwhelmed with crowds during the Christmas season so they need to rest in August!

Torsten Hübsch (5 years ago)
Inhabited for 5000 years on a hilltop. Awesome view to the surrounding areas

Philip Corbett (6 years ago)
The site is evidence of a long history in the area but the most impressive is the natural context. The castle offers great views over kalogria, wildlife and distant islands. A rarely visited site so usually quiet. Can be combined with a visit to local beaches or birdwatching in the right season.

kristof tuerlinckx (6 years ago)
Wonderful place that hardly anyone seems to visit!

nikos argiropoulos (7 years ago)
Fantastic place to visit with beautiful surroundings

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