Oiniades was a fortified city that was especially significant to the Acarnanians.
It possessed two harbours, as well as several smaller mooring facilities, which gradually fell into disuse. Silting played a major role in their abandonment, as well as other major geological changes that gradually took place over the centuries in the delta region of the Acheloos River.
At the northern harbour, now inland, visitors can still see the ship sheds (neosoikoi in ancient Greek), an impressive large-scale structure designed to house six warships. Dating to the early 4th century BC, it is the best-preserved surviving monument of its kind.
Directions
Katochi, Messolongi, 30001
8 minutes from the settlement of Katochi, Messolongi
35 minutes from Messolongi
Opening hours
April 1 – October 31
Mon: 08:30 – 15:30
Tue: Closed
Wed: 08:30 – 15:30
Thu: 08:30 – 15:30
Fri: 08:30 – 15:30
Sat: 08:30 – 15:30
Sun: 08:30 – 15:30
The site remains closed on the following dates and public holidays: January 1, March 25, May 1, Easter Sunday, December 25 & 26.
Tickets
Full: €5.00
Reduced: €3.00
Amenities
Contact
Ephorate of Antiquities of Aetolia-Acarnania and Lefkas
Τ: +30 26310 55654
Ε: efaait@culture.gr
