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Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Health and Wellness

Laundry Services
Easywash Self Service Laundry (Leof. Irinis)
Best Hospital
General Hospital of Preveza, Selefkias 2, Preveza 48100. Switchboard +30 2682361390. Outpatient appointments 1566. Secretariat 2682361384. 8 9
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Soma & Pneuma Yoga Studio
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Oxygen Gym is on Ioanninon, at the 2nd kilometre of the Preveza national road, Preveza 48100. The listing does not publish a monthly fee. 12

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
efood, Wolt
Best Local Dish to Try
The Amvrakikos gulf is known for sardines and for the shrimp called gabari. 27
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
To Rempetiko (Meze style with many vegetable options)
Best Dessert Spots
Pralina Pastry Shop (Leof. Irinis)
Affordable Shopping Spots
Sklavenitis Supermarket, AB Vassilopoulos
E-commerce/Online Store
Skroutz.gr (The Greek Amazon)
Grocery Delivery
e-Fresh.gr, Wolt Market
Bar/Nightlife Area
Saitan Pazar and the Port Promenade
Local Brewery
Aktion Beer (Locally brewed craft beer)
Wine Bars
Botilia Wine Bar (Old Town)
Street Food Stalls
Elvis Souvlaki (Traditional gyros, €4.50)
Popular International Cuisine
Stone Wood Fire Pizza (Italian)

Essentials

City
Preveza, capital of the Preveza regional unit in Epirus, on the northern side of the mouth of the Ambracian Gulf, Greece. 1
Population
In the 2021 census the Preveza community had 21,099 residents, the municipal unit 22,868 and the municipality 30,841. 1 2
Internet Speed
VDSL 50-100 Mbps widely available; Starlink supported
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 euro = 1.1205 US dollars, about 0.8925 euro per US dollar. 3
Tap Water
Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled water is widely sold. 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 4
SIM Card
Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or ID. Vodafone Combo 9GB is 14.50 euro for 30 days, with 9 GB, unlimited national calls and 100 SMS. Vodafone Data Day is 1.20 euro for 15 GB for 24 hours. 5 4
Banking for Expats
Revolut, Wise, and Eurobank. Cards accepted in 95% of shops
Accommodation
Airbnb, Spitogatos.gr for local listings
Cashless Friendly
Yes, mandatory POS for all merchants
Short Term Rentals
Dioni Boutique Hotel, Preveza City Comfort Hotel; approx. €50-€90/night
Budget Accommodation
Minos Hotel (Approx. €40/night)
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Preveza Old Town - Near the Venetian Clock Tower
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Kyani Akti or Pantokratoras - quieter with sea views

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
No published coworking desk was found in Preveza. Hygge Retreat, 32 Melinas Merkouri, is a holiday apartment, not a workspace. The nearest named room is Lefco.work in the centre of Lefkada town, about 45 minutes by bus, with desks, a meeting room and Wi-Fi. On 26 October 2026 that listing showed no euro day pass or monthly fee. 13 14 6
Best Cafe for Work
Diem Espresso Bar, Eleftheriou Venizelou and Balkou, on the waterfront, open all day, with a view of the marina. Phone 26820 89789. 15
Networking Events
Preveza Jazz Festival community meetups; informal nomad gatherings at Alati Bar
Social Events for Expats
Expats in Preveza & Lefkada Facebook Group

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Radio Taxi Preveza (+30 2682 026000). No Uber/Bolt
Bike/Scooter Rental
Moto-Auto Rental Preveza (Irinis 52). €15-€25/day
Best Beach Nearby
Monolithi is a sandy beach about 22 km long on the west coast of the Preveza regional unit, from Komaros cape at Mytikas to Kastrosykia, passing Kanali. 10
Top Regional Airline
Sky Express is the domestic airline on the Aktion National Airport table, with flights to Corfu, Kefalonia, Sitia and Zakynthos. The airport (PVK) serves Preveza and Lefkada. Aegean and Olympic Air are not on that table. 11
Top International Airline
Ryanair, easyJet and Condor operate seasonal flights into Aktion National Airport (PVK), across the strait from Preveza. Condor is listed to Frankfurt and Stuttgart. 11
Highway Access
Ionia Odos (A5) connecting to Patras and Egnatia Odos (A2)
Main Train/Transit Hub
There is no railway in Preveza. The KTEL Prevezas bus station is on Ioanninon avenue. 7 6
Public Transport Passes
KTEL Prevezas does not list a monthly pass. Published fares run from 2.30 euro to 45 euro depending on the journey. 6
Regional Travel
KTEL Prevezas runs to Lefkada in about 45 minutes from 4.20 euro, to Ioannina in about 2 hours from 12.40 euro, and to Parga in about 1 hour 30 minutes from 8.60 euro. The Athens bus is about 5 hours 30 minutes from 45 euro. 6

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Ancient Nicopolis, about 7 km north of Preveza, was founded by Octavian after his victory at Actium in 31 BC. 1
Museums & Art Venues
Archaeological Museum of Nicopolis, 5th kilometre of the Preveza-Ioannina national road, about 1 km from the archaeological site. Admission 10 euro. From 1 April to 31 October it is open 08:30 to 20:00 except Tuesday. Phone +30 26820 89892. 16 17
Historical Sites
Pantokratoras Castle, St. Andrews Castle
Religious Sites
Cathedral of Agios Charalampos
Annual Events
Preveza Jazz Festival (May/June), Sardine Festival (August)
Cultural Districts
The Seitan Pazar (Devil's Market) lanes
Theater Venues
Municipal Cultural Center of Preveza
Local Markets
Saturday Open Market (near the stadium)
Music Scene
Kymata (Live traditional and jazz events)
Street Art
Murals near the Primary School area
Cooking Classes
Epirus Gastronomy Tours (available on request)
Art Galleries
Municipal Gallery of Preveza (Baka Palace)
Historic Buildings
The Venetian clock tower, erected in 1792, stands in the centre of Preveza. 28
Local Heritage
The Amvrakikos Gulf ecosystem and traditional Priari boats

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Amvrakikos Wetlands National Park covers the gulf beside Preveza. It was designated on 21 March 2008. The management unit records more than 295 bird species, including the Dalmatian pelican. 27
National Parks Nearby
Vikos-Aoos National Park (1.5 hours drive)
Cycling/Walking Paths
Kyani Akti Coastal path to Pantokratoras
Scenic Viewpoints
The Monument of Zalongo (30 min drive)
Birdwatching Locations
Tsokali Lagoon (Dalmatians Pelicans)
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
A strict fire ban runs across Greece from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires, bonfires, barbecues and fireworks. Call 112 to report a fire. 4

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
ACS Courier, Geniki Taxydromiki
Tech Repair Services
Germanos Store (Leof. Irinis)
Table Tennis Spots
Preveza Sports Center
Language Classes
So Easy Greek Language Center
Libraries & Study Spots
Municipal Library of Preveza, Gymnasiarchis Ch. Kontos, Ethnikis Antistasis 10, Preveza 48100. Phone 26823 60341. The children and youth section is at Theofaneio Art Hall square. 18
Community Centers
Oasis Cultural Center
Gaming Lounges
InSpot Preveza
Casino & Gaming Halls
OPAP Play (various locations)

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €88,000)
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €64,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €2,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €120,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €90,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €1,900 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €152,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €1,400 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €112,000)
Corporate Tax
The standard rate is 22%. Credit institutions in the deferred-tax-asset regime pay 29%. 22
Dividend Withholding Tax
5% 23
Tax System
Permanent residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are tax resident if you spend more than 183 days in Greece in any 12-month period, or if your centre of vital interests is here. 19 20
Highest Income Tax Bracket
44% on employment, pension and business income above 60,000 euro for tax year 2026. Income from 40,000 to 60,000 euro is taxed at 39%. 19
VAT
24% standard. 13% covers basic food, restaurant meals, hotel stays and passenger transport. 6% covers medicines, books and electricity. Preveza is not one of the islands with the 30% cut. 26 24
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. Undistributed income of a foreign entity is attributed when control exceeds 50%, foreign tax is under half the Greek tax, and more than 30% of income is passive, with an EU and EEA substance exception. 25
Property Tax
ENFIA is the annual property tax. From 2025 an insured home is reduced by 20% when its taxable value is at most 500,000 euro, or by 10% above that, if the policy covered the previous year for at least three months. 24
Property Transaction Tax
3% real estate transfer tax, plus a municipal surcharge, 3.09% in total, on transfers that are not charged VAT. Notary and lawyer fees are extra. 24
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Article 5C exempts 50% of employment or business income earned in Greece for seven years. The person must not have been a Greek tax resident in five of the previous six years, and must work for a Greek employer or a foreign company permanent establishment in Greece, or run a business in Greece. It does not exempt foreign remote-work income, and the digital nomad visa does not by itself give a special tax rate. Article 5A is a 100,000 euro annual lump sum on foreign income for people who invest at least 500,000 euro. Article 5B taxes a pensioner foreign income at 7%. 21

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. English Wikipedia, Preveza, 2021 census and NicopolisSecondary
  2. ELSTAT 2021 census release, Municipality of Preveza 30,841Official
  3. European Central Bank reference rate on 22 October 2026Official
  4. Wikivoyage Greece, plugs, tap water, prepaid identification and the fire banSecondary
  5. Vodafone Greece prepaid tariff, Combo 9GB and Data DayOfficial
  6. KTEL Prevezas fares compiled from the operator, 25 October 2026Secondary
  7. OpenStreetMap, KTEL Preveza bus station on IoanninonReference
  8. General Hospital of Preveza, Selefkias 2 and switchboardOfficial
  9. OpenStreetMap, General Hospital of PrevezaReference
  10. English Wikipedia, Monolithi beach, 22 km from Mytikas to KastrosykiaSecondary
  11. English Wikipedia, Aktion airport airlines, Sky Express, Ryanair, easyJet and CondorSecondary
  12. Oxygen Gym listing, 2nd kilometre of the Preveza road on IoanninonListings
  13. Coworker listing for Lefco.work in Lefkada town, no euro priceSecondary
  14. Hygge Retreat, holiday apartment at 32 Melinas Merkouri, PrevezaListings
  15. Diem Espresso Bar on the Preveza waterfrontSecondary
  16. Archaeological Museum of Nicopolis, hours, 10 euro ticket and addressOfficial
  17. OpenStreetMap, Archaeological Museum of Nicopolis on the Filippiada-Preveza roadReference
  18. Municipal Library of Preveza, Ethnikis Antistasis 10Official
  19. PwC Greece personal income tax, reviewed 8 September 2026Secondary
  20. PwC Greece tax residence, presence in any 12-month periodSecondary
  21. PwC Greece inbound regimes, 50 percent exemption on Greek employment or business incomeSecondary
  22. PwC Greece corporate income tax, standard rate 22 percentSecondary
  23. PwC Greece withholding tax, dividends 5 percentSecondary
  24. PwC Greece VAT, ENFIA and the 3.09 percent transfer taxSecondary
  25. PwC Greece controlled foreign company testsSecondary
  26. AADE basic VAT rates, 24, 13 and 6 percentOfficial
  27. NECCA, Amvrakikos Wetlands National Park, sardines, gabari shrimp and pelicansOfficial
  28. Wikivoyage Preveza, Venetian clock tower of 1792 and the harbourSecondary

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Greek Digital Nomad Visa offers 50% income tax reduction for 7 years Article 5C exempts 50% of employment or business income earned in Greece for seven years…
    • Best Beach Nearby Monolithi Beach (longest in Europe, 10 min drive) Monolithi is a sandy beach about 22 km long on the west coast of the Preveza regional…
    • Best Cafe for Work Diem Espresso Bar at the Port (High-speed Wi-Fi, ample plugs) Diem Espresso Bar, Eleftheriou Venizelou and Balkou, on the waterfront, open all day, with…
    • Best Coworking Space Hygge Coworking (Nearby in Lefkada, 30 min drive) or local libraries No published coworking desk was found in Preveza. Hygge Retreat, 32 Melinas Merkouri, is a…
    • Best Hospital General Hospital of Preveza (Selefkias 2) General Hospital of Preveza, Selefkias 2, Preveza 48100. Switchboard +30 2682361390…
    26 more changes
    • Best Local Dish to Try Preveza Shrimp (Gamberi) and Grilled Sardines The Amvrakikos gulf is known for sardines and for the shrimp called gabari.
    • Bonfire-Friendly Spots Designated zones at Mitikas Beach A strict fire ban runs across Greece from 1 May to 31 October and covers campfires…
    • City Preveza, Epirus, Greece Preveza, capital of the Preveza regional unit in Epirus, on the northern side of the mouth…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, applicable under EU ATAD Yes. Undistributed income of a foreign entity is attributed when control exceeds 50%…
    • Corporate Tax 22% The standard rate is 22%. Credit institutions in the deferred-tax-asset regime pay 29%.
    • Currency & Banking 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. National Bank of Greece and Alpha Bank on 21st Octobre St. Euro (EUR). On 22 October 2026 the European Central Bank rate was 1 euro = 1.1205 US…
    • Gyms & Fitness Centers Oxygen Fitness Center (Laskaratou St). €45/month Oxygen Gym is on Ioanninon, at the 2nd kilometre of the Preveza national road, Preveza…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 44% 44% on employment, pension and business income above 60,000 euro for tax year 2026. Income…
    • Historic Buildings The Venetian Clock Tower The Venetian clock tower, erected in 1792, stands in the centre of Preveza.
    • Libraries & Study Spots Municipal Library of Preveza Municipal Library of Preveza, Gymnasiarchis Ch. Kontos, Ethnikis Antistasis 10, Preveza…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Preveza KTEL Bus Station (Leof. Ioanninon) There is no railway in Preveza. The KTEL Prevezas bus station is on Ioanninon avenue.
    • Museums & Art Venues Archaeological Museum of Nicopolis Archaeological Museum of Nicopolis, 5th kilometre of the Preveza-Ioannina national road…
    • Must-See Landmarks Ancient Nicopolis (Octavian Augustus victory city) Ancient Nicopolis, about 7 km north of Preveza, was founded by Octavian after his victory…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Amvrakikos Wetlands National Park Amvrakikos Wetlands National Park covers the gulf beside Preveza. It was designated on 21…
    • Population 20,000 In the 2021 census the Preveza community had 21,099 residents, the municipal unit 22,868…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Tax ENFIA (Annual tax based on location and size) ENFIA is the annual property tax. From 2025 an insured home is reduced by 20% when its…
    • Property Transaction Tax 3% Transfer Tax plus Notary/Land Registry fees 3% real estate transfer tax, plus a municipal surcharge, 3.09% in total, on transfers that…
    • Public Transport Passes KTEL local tickets (approx. €1.80 per trip) KTEL Prevezas does not list a monthly pass. Published fares run from 2.30 euro to 45 euro…
    • Regional Travel Green Bus to Lefkada (€4.00), Ioannina (€8.50), or Parga KTEL Prevezas runs to Lefkada in about 45 minutes from 4.20 euro, to Ioannina in about 2…
    • SIM Card Cosmote (best coverage), Vodafone, Nova. Shop at Leof. Irinis Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova are the main networks, and a prepaid SIM needs a passport or…
    • Tap Water Drinkable, but most locals prefer bottled water for taste Tap water is drinkable in most tourist areas; taste varies on small islands, and bottled…
    • Tax System Worldwide income basis for residents Permanent residents are taxed on worldwide income. You are tax resident if you spend more…
    • Top International Airline Ryanair, EasyJet, and Condor (Aktion Airport - PVK) Ryanair, easyJet and Condor operate seasonal flights into Aktion National Airport (PVK)…
    • Top Regional Airline Olympic Air / Aegean Airlines Sky Express is the domestic airline on the Aktion National Airport table, with flights to…
    • VAT 24% (Standard), 13% (Food/Public Transport) 24% standard. 13% covers basic food, restaurant meals, hotel stays and passenger…

    Fix pass aligned Currency & Banking, Tap Water, SIM Card, Dividend Withholding Tax, Tax System and Highest Income Tax Bracket with shared country facts and comparison cities; removed unsupported bank addresses and restored the more-than-183-day residence threshold. Best Cafe for Work, Museums & Art Venues, Libraries & Study Spots, Best Hospital, Gyms & Fitness Centers, Best Coworking Space and Public Transport Passes now explicitly record unverified addresses, opening hours, contacts, tariffs or availability claims after blocked, inaccessible or timed-out pages. Updated research attribution and verification date. Source

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