Overview of Ypsos
Visiter Ypsos dans le district de Kerkyras (Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade)) permet de découvrir Ypsos Historic Center & Plateia (Central Square), accessible via Corfu Port & Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) (11 km) (altitude 19 m above sea level, 769 habitants). La ville séduit par sa plateia, son front de mer et les spécialités de Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade).
Key Local Landmarks in Ypsos: Ypsos Historic Center & Plateia (Central Square) · Kerkyras Archaeological & Folk Heritage Museum · Ypsos Scenic Coastal / Mountain Viewpoint & Taverna Quarter.
Getting to Ypsos: Ferries, Flights & KTEL Transit
Direct flights from Athens and European hubs to Corfu (CFU), Zakynthos (ZTH), Kefalonia (EFL), and Preveza/Lefkada (PVK), plus Levante and Kerkyra Lines ferries. Comme Ypsos compte 769 habitants dans le district de Kerkyras, l'accès se fait via Corfu Port & Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) (11 km) puis en ferry, bus KTEL ou voiture de location.
What to See & Do Around Ypsos
- Ypsos Historic Center & Plateia (Central Square): Key landmark and visitor highlight in Ypsos (Kerkyras).
- Kerkyras Archaeological & Folk Heritage Museum: Key landmark and visitor highlight in Ypsos (Kerkyras).
- Ypsos Scenic Coastal / Mountain Viewpoint & Taverna Quarter: Key landmark and visitor highlight in Ypsos (Kerkyras).
- Plateia & Front de Mer de Ypsos : Promenade autour du port ou de la place centrale, des ruelles blanchies et des tavernes.
- Criques, Plages & Sentiers (Kerkyras) : Randonnées panoramiques et baignade autour de Ypsos.
- Excursions en Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade) : Combinez la visite de Ypsos avec les sites majeurs de Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade) : Corfu UNESCO Old Town & Paleokastritsa, Zakynthos Navagio Shipwreck Cove, Kefalonia Myrtos Beach & Melissani Cave, and Lefkada Porto Katsiki..
What to Eat in Ypsos — Traditional Greek Taverna & Regional Kerkyras Cuisine
Ypsos shares the culinary traditions of Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade) (Corfu Pastitsada (Rooster or Veal Braised in Spiced Spetsieriko Red Wine Sauce with Thick Pasta)) and Kerkyras. Look for these signature Greek dishes, wines, and taverna customs when visiting Ypsos:
- Corfu Pastitsada (Rooster or Veal Braised in Spiced Spetsieriko Red Wine Sauce with Thick Pasta),Regional specialty enjoyed across Ypsos and Kerkyras (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Sofrito (Veal in White Wine,Regional specialty enjoyed across Ypsos and Kerkyras (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Garlic & Parsley),Regional specialty enjoyed across Ypsos and Kerkyras (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Bourdeto Scorpionfish & Cephalonia Meat Pie,Regional specialty enjoyed across Ypsos and Kerkyras (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Regional Greek Wine, Ouzo & Tsipouro Pairing: Robola of Cephalonia PDO Dry White Wine, Corfu Kumquat Liqueur & Ionian Verdea
- Local Taverna & Agora Tip: Corfu Town Central Fish & Produce Market below the New Fortress, Argostoli Seafront & Lefkada Agora. Because the Ionian Islands were ruled by Venice rather than the Ottoman Empire, local dishes highlight Venetian spices (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, rosemary) and slow-simmered wine sauces.
Nearby Greek Towns & Islands from Ypsos
Combine a stop in Ypsos with these closest neighboring Greek towns, villages, and islands across Kerkyras and Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade):
Best Time to Visit Ypsos
May–Sep. Parcourez toutes les villes de Îles Ioniennes (Corfou, Zante, Céphalonie & Leucade) ou consultez le répertoire complet des 1,450 villes et îles de Grèce.