Arta's Bridge: A Marvel of History and Myth

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from the city of Ioannina. Take the E65 highway heading towards Arta. Follow the signs for Arta and continue on this road for approximately 45 kilometers. As you approach Arta, keep following the signs to the city center. Once you are in the city, continue straight until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Ethniki Odos 5. After about 1.5 kilometers, you will see signs for Arta's Bridge. Turn left onto Thiakogianni Street, and you will find the bridge at the end of the road. Parking is available nearby but may incur a small fee.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Arta's Bridge using public transportation, first, take a bus from Ioannina to Arta. Buses depart regularly from the Ioannina bus station and the journey takes approximately 45 minutes. Once you arrive at the Arta bus station, exit the station and head towards the city center. You can either walk (about 20 minutes) or take a local taxi to Thiakogianni Street. If you choose to walk, head east on Konstantinou Karamanli street, then turn right onto Ethniki Odos 5, and finally turn left onto Thiakogianni Street to reach the bridge.