Discover Mytikas: Village Square and Tradition

The traditional village square in Mytikas has two distinctive features: a historic plane tree and a stone fountain. Together, the tree and fountain create a striking focal point in the village. When choosing a holiday apartment, you can take the local atmosphere into account alongside travel arrangements.

Village Character and Travel

Mytikas is connected to Arta by the Arta–Koronisia provincial road. The village is also served by the Arta–Mytikas bus route operated by Arta’s municipal bus service. The road connection and bus service are two concrete points to consider when planning your trip. If you plan to travel by bus, check the current timetable in advance.

A Village Tradition Passed Down Through the Years

A festival held on 25 July in Mytikas village square in honour of Agia Paraskevi is part of the village’s recorded history. It was associated with a gathering of residents who live elsewhere. By 2016, the series had reached fifteen consecutive gatherings. This brings together a religious feast day and the reunion of people who live in other places, adding a personal, communal dimension to the village’s history. Check separately for current festival dates before your trip.

Nature in the Wider Arta Destination

Natural attractions also enrich the wider Arta destination. Peranthi Hill is Arta’s urban forest and is suitable for walking, running, cycling and exploring. Riverside Park lies on the Arachthos on the eastern outskirts of Arta, beyond Krystalli Square and the central bus station. It covers approximately 165,000 square metres. The park includes a small lake ecosystem and a wetland that offers opportunities for walking and relaxation; fishing is prohibited there.

The Tsoukalio Lagoon near Koronisia is also part of this regional natural landscape. It is home to the rare and endangered Dalmatian pelican; approximately 35 pairs are reported for the lagoon, although numbers may vary seasonally. The Salaora Information Centre complements this subject with an exhibition on the human and natural environment of the Amvrakikos Gulf, a relief map of the region, live images from the pelican colony and audiovisual information for visitors. Nature, outdoor activities and history give families a range of topics to explore, which they can prioritise according to their interests.

Arta: History Through the Ages

The Byzantine Castle of Arta stands on a hill in the northeastern part of the city and incorporates parts of the ancient fortifications of Amvrakia. It dates from the Middle Byzantine period and is considered a typical example of Byzantine fortification art, as well as a testament to medieval Arta. The Historic Bridge of Arta offers a different perspective: it is 142 metres long and 3.75 metres wide, and acquired its present form between 1602 and 1606.

The Archaeological Museum of Arta also reveals several aspects of the city’s history. Its permanent exhibition is divided into public life, burial customs and private life. The museum opened in 2009 near the Arachthos and the Historic Bridge. On 16 July 2024, it received certification as a museum, making it one of the first fully modernised state museums in Greece. The ancient city of Amvrakia lies beneath present-day Arta and occupies half its area. The Small Theatre of Amvrakia was built between the late 4th and early 3rd centuries BC during the reign of Pyrrhus.

Choose the Right Focus

When choosing a holiday apartment in Mytikas, you can first consider whether you want to focus on the village square and local traditions, or also include natural and cultural attractions in the wider Arta destination. The road connection and bus route to Arta are useful reference points for planning. For specific outings, it is worth checking timetables and, where relevant, current dates separately.

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