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Agios Achillios: The Island on Prespa Lake

Visiting Agios Achillios on Lake Prespa.

By the iLoveGreece editorial team · Last reviewed 2026-11

Quick answer

Agios Achillios is a tiny island village on Lake Small Prespa reached by a long floating footbridge. A ruined Byzantine basilica stands among the fields. Pelicans fly overhead.

What to know

  • Footbridge is about 1 km.
  • Very remote; bring supplies.
  • Spring for birds.
  • Combine with Psarades village.

FAQ

How do you get to Agios Achillios?

By foot over the floating bridge from Agios Germanos road.

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Updated 2026-11. General planning guidance. Check with operators and local authorities.