PELION - A Four Season Dream In Thessaly, where the mountain meets the sea and nature alternates with impressive diversity, Pelion reigns as one of Greece's most beloved, authentic, and timeless destinations. Pelion extends to the east of Magnesia, forming a natural border between the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean Sea. The mountain administratively belongs to four municipalities: Volos, Zagora-Mouresi, South Pelion and Riga Feraiou. Its geographical areas (North, East, Central and South Pelion) are not strictly separated, but succeed one another naturally, composing a unified, multifaceted landscape.Mountain and Sea in Absolute HarmonyPelion is truly unique: a mountain that embraces two seas. On the one hand, the sheltered shores of the Pagasetic offer calm, family-friendly beaches. On the other hand, the coasts of the Aegean impress with wild beauty, crystal-clear beaches and steep landscapes. Image The villages of Pelion stand out for their traditional architecture, stone-built mansions and cobbled streets. All this is combined with the rich vegetation and forests of chestnut, beech and apple trees, creating a natural setting that alternates impressively with the seasons.Mythical Place From Ancient TimesPelion is not only a natural wonder – it is also deeply mythical. According to Greek mythology, it was the summer residence of the gods of Olympus and the homeland of the wise Centaurs, such as Chiron, teacher of Achilles and Jason. It is no coincidence that ancient writers called it "polypharmakos" for its healing herbs, "anemospharago" for its winds, and "oinosiphyllon" for its shady forests.These myths naturally developed in a landscape where the boundaries between fantasy and reality are blurred. Pelion exudes a sense of magic, which remains unchanged over time. Image A Destination For All SeasonsPelion is ideal for visits every season of the year – and each time reveals a different face: Summer: Dozens of beaches stretch out on both sides of the mountain, offering options for every type of traveler – from organized sandy beaches to secluded coves. Autumn: A landscape full of shades of yellow, orange and red, as the deciduous trees paint the slopes with autumnal melancholy. Winter: Fog, smoke from fireplaces, stone mansions and the Agriolefkes Ski Center create an atmospheric setting reminiscent of a European winter destination. Spring: Water flows abundantly in the streams, flowers bloom everywhere and nature seems to "return" with momentum, filling the landscape with sounds, colors and aromas. Pelion is not a destination that is easily described – it is a place that is experienced. Every visit reveals something new. Every season has its own character. And every traveler will find there their own "myth" to live!
VOLOS Volos is multifaceted, but not contradictory. With Mount Pelion as its "back" for support, it opens its arms to the Pagasitic Sea, while the "new" coexists harmoniously with the "old" View More VOLOS - Timeless port
ZAGORA Zagora is a beautiful and “vibrant” village (“4-in-1”), with wonderful Pelion mansions, beautiful 18th-century churches, picturesque cobblestone streets, shady squares, and amazing views of the Aegean Sea. View More ZAGORA - Behind the Mountain
MAKRINITSA It is, perhaps, the most impressive settlement of Pelion, as it stretches on the slope of the mountain, with the altitude difference from the lowest to the highest point reaching almost 500 meters! View More MAKRINITSA - Drink from the "Immortal Water"!
DAMOUCHARI The once unknown and forgotten village, gained worldwide fame in 2008, when the musical “Mamma Mia” was shown in cinemas, as the dance number “Dancing Queen” was filmed here. The “aura” of the film still accompanies it. View More DAMOUCHARI - The Safe Harbor
PORTARIA Portaria is the first settlement of Pelion that developed touristically as early as the beginning of the 20th century and remains the village with the best infrastructure for welcoming visitors to the "mountain of the Centaurs". View More PORTARIA - This is where it all began!
VIZITSA – Architectural Gem Vizitsa is one of the most beautiful and popular settlements of Pelion with some of the most impressive examples of local architecture. To a large extent, this is due to an “experiment” that took place in the 1970s. View More VIZITSA – Architectural Gem
