Venetian port of Nafpaktos reopened after restoration

The historic Venetian port of Nafpaktos, a defining landmark of the city and a testament to Venetian-era maritime engineering, has been officially reopened. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni inaugurated the restored sections, making the port accessible again to the local community and numerous visitors.

The port is situated at the heart of the historic settlement and is part of the wider archaeological site of Nafpaktos. Its distinctive seaside fortifications, including the bastions of the Lighthouse and Anemoyiannis, frame its unique historical landscape. The port's strategic location and fortifications underscore the city's long historical trajectory and its importance as a regional center.

Minister Mendoni emphasized the project's cultural and historical significance, stating, "The restoration of the Venetian port of Nafpaktos is a work of particular historical and cultural importance, transcending a mere technical intervention." She added that the monument is "inextricably linked to the historical course and identity of the city, one of the most important Venetian port and fortification complexes, which played a decisive role in the long history of Nafpaktos and Greece."

The restoration project was made possible through substantial funding, notably from the Recovery and Resilience Fund, a key financial instrument secured by the government. Significant collaboration with the Region of Western Greece and its governor, Nektarios Farmakis, was also crucial. The completed works address long-standing issues of decay, ensuring the protection, structural integrity, and authenticity of the historic complex, preserving its unique historical character and the city's connection to the sea.