Municipal Museum of Kalavritan Holocaust
About This Museum
Tucked away in the town of Kalavrita, this museum stands as a solemn testament to one of the darkest days of the German occupation in Greece: the massacre of December 13, 1943. Walking through its rooms, you're not just reading history; you're surrounded by the personal effects, photographs, and documents that belonged to the hundreds of men and boys who lost their lives. The air is heavy with memory, making it a profoundly moving and essential visit. It’s a place that manages to be both heartbreaking and deeply respectful.
Collection Highlights
You'll find poignant displays of victims' personal items—watches, combs, and letters—that were recovered after the tragedy. A large photographic wall puts faces to the names, while historical documents detail the events leading up to that fateful day.
Visitor Information
It's located at Andrea Syngrou 1-5, right in Kalavrita; prepare for a quiet and reflective experience as you walk through.
Architecture & Building
Housed in an unassuming, traditional stone building that feels very much a part of the town's fabric.
Contact & Location
Address: Καλάβρυτα, Δημοτική Ενότητα Καλαβρύτων, Δήμος Καλαβρύτων, Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Αχαΐας, Περιφέρεια Δυτικής Ελλάδας, Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Πελοποννήσου, Δυτικής Ελλάδας και Ιονίου, 250 01, Ελλάς
Phone: +30 2692 023646
Website: Visit Website
