The small town in Greece where A-listers are filming a blockbuster | Europe | Travel

The stunning Greek town of Methoni has recently seen an influx of Hollywood A-listers as filming for Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey gets underway along the village’s coastline. Residents and tourists visiting have taken to Instagram to share videos of Ancient-looking boats on the Ionian Sea.

Videos have been shared of the filming by Kalypso Residence, a new complex of three holiday villas in the village. One clip goes into more detail. The narrator said: “The castle of Methoni is being used as a set. You can see the flags they’ve added to the castle. You can see Nolan filming on a boat.

“Fake walls have also been added on the outside.” Zooming in on some boats at sea, they continued: “These are the boats that will be carrying Odysseus and his men.”

Other residents of the village commented with their own thoughts on their hometown being used as the set for this upcoming blockbuster. One wrote: “So exciting for our small town. Thank you for sharing.” While another shared that they had spotted one A-lister already, writing: “I was there and I saw Christopher Nolan just two meters away!”

The movie, an adaptation of the Ancient Greek epic poem of the same name, is set to star Matt Damon as Odysseus. The ensemble cast also includes Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron.

Filming has been taking place across the Mediterranean since February, with other locations, including Italy and Morroco. According to reports the stars will soon be moving along the Greek coast for filming at Voidokilia beach Messinia.

Methoni is a beautiful village located in the Pylos-Nestor region and was formerly part of the Messenia region until 2011. It is believed to have been settled since the Ancient Era and is believed to be the ancient city of Pedasus, which Homer makes reference to in the Iliad.

Methoni’s most-visited tourist attraction is Methoni Castle, which dates from the medieval era. Tourists to the area can also enjoy a boat ride to the nearby Sapientza Isle or a bike ride along this stunning stretch of coastline.

Commenting on TripAdvisor, visitors have sung the village’s praises, with one writing: “What an extraordinary place. The seaside fortifications and the bridge to the castle are quite well preserved. The area is large with lots of structures to explore. The Castle on the water is superb. This is a must see destination if you are in the area.”

Another added: “We love Methoni, there is a lot to explore. We feel it is the best fortress by the sea. We have been here three times to bring our friends.

“The lighthouse, long bridge over the mote, and front entrance gate, are spectacular. But don’t miss exploring the back mote and seawall. Through the middle wall. Pictures will never do it justice. There are breathtaking views everywhere. It is a magical place.”