The Pelion Train The Pelion Train, the legendary “Moutzouris,” is one of the most beloved attractions in the area. It still climbs, panting, up the slopes of the mountain, carrying in its wooden wagons memories of another era.
Once, the route started from Volos. Its narrow rails are still visible, both within the city and next to the coastal road that heads east. Today, it follows the route Ano Lehonia - Milies, with a stop in Ano Gatzea, no longer to transport goods, but to give visitors a dreamlike experience.This small railway line, which was completed in 1903, was a significant engineering achievement for its time, as the terrain of the area required the construction of many bridges and tunnels and the use of special technical "inventions," such as the last metal bridge just before Milies, where the rails curve on a straight "deck." Responsible for the project was Evaristo de Chirico, father of the famous painter, Giorgio de Chirico. At the end of the route, the manual change of direction of the locomotive is not only a sight but also an unforgettable experience for the visitor, who is invited to "lend a hand"!For tickets, here Related Tags MILIES – The Cultural Heart of Pelion, VOLOS - Timeless port, PELION - A Four Season Dream,
