raceSPpark go kart

In Pyrgos, in Elis in the west of the Peloponnese, the raceSPpark offers an open-air karting track open to families and passing groups of friends alike. You drive outdoors, in a simple, easy-to-reach leisure format, where children are welcome. The technical details are best confirmed on site, but the feel stays that of a no-fuss sporting outing, in a little-equipped part of the Peloponnese.

Open-air karting appeals through its simplicity: a helmet, a few laps, and racing takes over, solo or in a small group. It is the kind of address that comes in handy for a family afternoon or a moment among friends, in a region where motorised leisure is rare. It is best to check the opening days and hours in advance before heading there.

Pyrgos is the main town of Elis, a short way from Olympia, the birthplace of the ancient Games and one of the most visited sites in Greece. The nearby Ionian coast, with the port of Katakolo and its beaches, draws travellers and cruise passengers. The raceSPpark adds a dose of open-air motorsport, welcome for an active break between the sea and ancient sites. A few kilometres from Olympia and the Ionian coast, the raceSPpark offers a sporting break for the families of Elis and passing travellers alike, in a region where outdoor activities lend themselves well to a pause between visiting ancient sites and the beaches.