River Nestos

The Nestos River is one of the largest Greek rivers, with a length of about 240 kilometers. The river is located in the north of the country, 30 kilometers east of the city of Kavala. Nestos flows into the Aegean Sea near the coast of Thasos Island.

Nestos is a very beautiful river that flows through one of the most picturesque areas of northern Greece. Around the river stretch mountain ranges, and along the banks in abundance grow rare flowers and coniferous forests. It is the beauty of the Nestos River that attracts lovers of hiking – numerous tourist routes of various complexity categories are laid along its banks. The river is also suitable for rafting, and every year it is visited by many fans of this sport.

Also, the Nestos River basin is famous for its fauna - a favorable climate and natural conditions provide a huge biodiversity, one of the most extensive in Europe. There are more than 160 species of animals alone, and birds nest in abundance in the delta of the river and there is an ornithological reserve. The Nestos River is a real find for all fans of ecotourism.