Aktia Festival

The “Aktia”, rooted in the games established by Augustus after the naval Battle of Actium, are revived in early September as cultural and sporting events that close the town’s cultural summer.

Sardine Festival

Part of the Nikopoleia, on the first weekend of August Preveza celebrates the Sardine Festival in the courtyard of Agios Andreas castle. Tons of sardines are grilled and wine is served, drawing thousands of visitors each year — one of the most popular folk feasts in Epirus.

Nikopoleia Cultural Festival

The “Nikopoleia” is Preveza’s flagship series of cultural events, running from summer into early September. It features theatre performances, music nights, painting and photography exhibitions, echoing the legacy of ancient Nikopolis.

Preveza International Choral Festival

One of the country’s foremost choral events, the International Choral Festival gathers choirs from around the world each July for concerts and an exchange of musical traditions.

Preveza Jazz Festival

Now a fixture of the local calendar, the Preveza Jazz Festival brings Greek and international jazz musicians to the seaside town, with concerts in open-air venues near the waterfront.

Music Day (Fête de la Musique)

Music Day is celebrated every June across the squares and streets of Preveza, with open-air concerts and ensembles of every genre. A festival open to everyone, at the heart of summer.
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Cycle Path 3 — Loutsa → Ammoudia → Acheron mouth

Theme: Nature & Culture

The northern section and the proposed extension: from the Loutsa junction and Kerentza beach, through the wetland, to the Ammoudia cycle bridge and the mouth of the Acheron, ending at Mesopotamos and the Nekromanteion. A blend of nature, wetland and myth.

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Cycle Path 1 — Preveza → Monolithi → Kanali

Theme: Nature & beaches

The southern, coastal section of the Ionian Route: it starts from the Preveza waterfront and Pantocrator Castle and follows the Ionian shore north-west, passing the unique sandy beach of Monolithi to Kanali. A flat, easy ride with sea views.

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A bike ride in nature

Micromobility: why it does you good

Getting around by bicycle and micromobility benefits your health, the environment and the city.

Benefits

  • Health: daily exercise and less stress.
  • Environment: zero emissions along the route.
  • City: less traffic and easier parking.
  • Cost: savings on fuel and parking.

The new Preveza cycle path makes these choices safer and more attractive for everyone.