Extending from the shimmering waters of the Pagasetic Gulf to the eastern inclines of Mount Pelion, the Pelion Peninsula is a place of immense natural beauty, ancient history and all-year accessibility. Renowned as the mythological home of the Centaurs, this famously lush region symbolizes the delicate balance between nature’s untamed forces and age-old human tradition.
In Pelion , which began to become a popular tourism destination several decades ago, you’ll find the unique, for a Greek destination, combination of wild mountainous terrain and astounding coastal landscapes. In winter it is an ideal skiing destination where you can take long hikes in pacifying nature, dine on warming bean stews and sausages at quaint tavernas and stay in plushly decorated hotels with crackling fireplaces. In summer you can enjoy the crystalline waters if its scenic beaches, enjoy buzzy outdoor life in village squares shaded by giant plane trees and dine on terraces looking out to the sea and filled with floral fragrances.
The peninsula is dotted with 74 charming villages, where often beautifully restored stone mansions and magnificently unruly gardens stand proudly along winding cobblestone paths splashed with sticky wild mulberries and figs.
There is much for adventure seekers in Pelion to explore, like ancient footpaths and varied landscapes that weave across the region. By foot, bicycle or horse, you can drink in unforgettable views and delight in magical encounters with nature. Culture lovers will enjoy exploring Pelion’s traditional architecture, museums and sites and a local cuisine that, interestingly changes depending on the time of year and where you are in Pelion.
Every season dramatically affects the area’s appearance, as Pelion changes its stunning range of shades and textures from the warm autumnal hues, to the pristine snow-covered slopes during winter, to the colour-blanketed explosion of flowers in spring and verdant landscapes contrasted with the azure and cobalt of the sea and sky in the summer.
Whenever you may choose to visit Pelion, make the most of your journey by planning ahead, as there is much to see. Having a car will offer you a much broader and more rewarding experience of the villages near and far from your base, as well as a broader range of beaches, restaurants and other exciting experiences.
