The quaint village of Lafkos

Church of Lafkos, one of the most beautiful and authentic mountain villages in Greece.

Enjoy a beautiful mountain village just a step away from the sea in the south of the Pilion peninsula. The quaint village is ideal for nature lovers and people who love it when time stands still. Lafkos offers great accommodation, fascinating hiking trails and good food, but also quick access to many different beaches, coastal resorts and last but not least the Greek way of life.

View over Lafkos, enjoy a charming mountain village next to the sea and nature. Explore South Pelion. Feel good in Lafkos.

The quaint village is situated amidst green hills and represents a time when the region was trading well with olive oil, olives, fruit, chestnuts, silk and wood, transporting their goods to the sea on mules. You’ll love it in summer and during the winter, making the mythical home of the centaurs a strong memory.

Lafkos square with restaurants and people. Enjoy one of the most beautiful and authentic mountain villages in Greece.

Today the village is characterized by its proximity to the sea and the most beautiful square far and wide on the South Pelion.

Lafkos church, come and visit a quaint mountain village with stunning nature..

The village square with its old plane trees next to the church is still the heart of Lafkos.

Platia in Lafkos. The Village is characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars.

Even on the hottest summer days, a cool breeze usually blows over the square from the north-east.

The square in the morning. Combine mountain, sea and nature with a charming village. Ideal for nature lovers connoisseurs and beach vacationers.

Everything breathes through the pure nature that surrounds the small mountain village.

Lafkos, Pelion. Enjoy a charming mountain village next to the sea and nature. Ideal for nature lovers connoisseurs and beach vacationers.

A village’s soul

Wood next to Lafkos, Enjoy a charming mountain village next to the sea and nature.

“To kalo to Palikari, friskei panda ena dromo.” A good boy always finds his way, they say everywhere in Greece and also everywhere in the South Pelion, which is full of beauty and rich in natural wonders.

Wooden bakery in Lafkos, one of the most beautiful and authentic mountain villages in Greece.

In Lafkos, no one has to be great or have power over others in order to be happy or respected. Everything is about measure and balance, in heaven and in hell, in good times and bad, to drift on the lake of life with a smile.

Square Lafkos, , one of the most beautiful and authentic mountain villages in Greece.

This freedom established due to the self-governance that has characterized life in the mountain villages of Pelion for centuries. That’s why everything in the villages takes place almost at eye level. Dionysus, the divine child, still exists and the Land of the Centaurs is certainly not the place where this species dies out first. In fact, they do Lafkos to one of the most authentic and resilient villages in Greece.

Lafkos, Greece, one of the most beautiful and relaxed places in the world.

Although the most authentic village is small and the population dwindles a little every year, the craftsmanship is still strong and continues to go from hand to hand.

Lafkos, Greece, one of the most beautiful and relaxed places in the world.

Handicrafts and tourism are the barrel rings of this small world. In co-operation with the Greek way of life, it is possible for the children, the older people, the confused, the sick and the strangers to exist together without leaving anyone behind.

A rare butterfly on the Platia of Lafkos. Most beautiful places to stay in Greece. Holidays in Greece.

The bus does not leave until everyone has boarded. Almost anything gets the space and time to blossom and wither in dignity, to rejoice, or also to suffer.

Inside of the oldest coffee shop in Greece. Lafkos, Pelion.

A kind of bus is also the “Kafenion” on Lafkos Square, which has probably been in continuous operation since 1785.

Manolis in his coffee shop in Lafkos, the oldest coffeeshop in Greece. Enjoy one of the most beautiful and relaxed places in the world.

The newspapers say that it is the oldest coffee house in Greece, and you’re tempted to believe it.

The sign of the oldest coffee shop in Greece. Lafkos, Greece, one of the most beautiful and relaxed places in the world.

So, there are more than enough cultural reasons why Lafkos is a very nice and interesting place to visit the Pelion.

The perfect base for outdoor activities and nature lovers

View to the Aegean sea Pelion. Most beautiful places to stay in Greece. Holidays in Greece.

But it is also an ideal starting point for a wide range of activities, such as beach vacations or hiking in Greece.

Mikro, Pelion, Greece. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.

Everything you may desire exists in the very close neighborhood of Lafkos.

Platatina, Pelion, Greece. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.

Brilliant beaches

Milina, Greece. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.
Mikro, Pelion, Greece. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.
Karavaki, Pelion, Greece. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.
Vathia Spilia, enjoy the amazing beaches of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.
Alatas, explore the amazing small islands of South Pelion and the unique mix of blue sea and green mountains.
Marathia, explore South Pelion, the insider tip in Greece. Just amazing.
Alatas, explore South Pelion, the insider tip in Greece. Just amazing.

Enchanting nature for hiking

Explore Pelion mountains. The insider tip in Greece for hiking.
Explore Pelion mountains. The insider tip in Greece for hiking.
Alatas, experience the atmosphere of ancient olive groves.

Endless magnificent biking trails

Experience the colors of Pelion in Greece.
Use our bikes to explore the stunning nature of the South Pelion in Greece.
Use your legs or our bikes to explore the stunning nature of the South Pelion in Greece.

Peaceful coastal villages

Milina, one of the most lovely coastal villages in Pelion, Greece.
Milina, one of the most lovely coastal villages in Pelion, Greece.

Magical mountain villages and everywhere many delicious restaurants

Square in Pinakates, one of the most lovely mountain villages in Pelion, Greece.
Tavern in Pinakates, one of the most lovely mountain villages in Pelion, Greece.

Volos

The large port city of Volos is also only about an hour’s drive away and leads through the beautiful landscape of the entire peninsula.

Rent a boat in Volos, Greece.

History of Lafkos

Historically, Lafkos is said to have been built in the 15th century, initially invisible to the pirate ships that sailed the area.

Lafkos. the most lovely mountain village in South Pelion, Greece.

At the same time, the Ottoman foreign rulers allowed the flourishing quaint villages of Pelion mountains to govern themselves and demanded only a moderate tax in return.

Lafkos. the most lovely mountain village in South Pelion, Greece.

On this tavern floor below, reckless SS members lit a fire to keep warm during the Second World War.

Bottom of Tavern.  The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

To date, no one has paid for the damage.

Tavern the dew. H Δροσιά. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

The flourishing trade died out after the Second World War. The village slowly grew into one of the most beautiful and diverse bases for nature lovers and summer vacationers in Greece.

Church of Lafkos. The mountain village near the sea in  Pelion, Greece.
Our House in Lafkos. the most lovely mountain village in South Pelion, Greece.
View from the house. Lafkos. the most lovely mountain village in South Pelion, Greece.

Today Lafkos could be a second home for anyone, who belongs for cosmopolitan humanity, simplicity and nature together. Truman Burbank couldn’t be happier anywhere else than right here.

Light is what makes Greece special. Golf in South Pelion.

One of the most beautiful villages in Greece

Once a week, the postman comes to visit the people in the Kafenion. Unfortunately, he mainly delivers invoices.

People waiting for the post man in the oldest coffee shop in Greece. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Nevertheless, a welcome pastime during the wintertime, like the Greek coffee twice a day.

People wait for the time to pass in the oldest coffee shop in Greece. Lafkos, the mountain village near the sea, is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Food

The village is well known throughout the Pelion for its excellent rural cuisine, with many vegetarian dishes.

Inside of a popular tavern in Lafkos. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.
Sign of a popular tavern in Lafkos. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Famous is Spetzofai, but there are so much other delicious dishes like Tsapellinia, Lamb on skewer, or in oil paper, the chickpea purée Fawa with sweet roasted onions or the black-eyed Beans with herbs are recommended.

The square in front of a popular tavern in Lafkos. Come and visit a beautiful village near the sea in the charming mountains of South Pelion in Greece. Holidays in Greece.

A view meters down, Magda makes the best pita far and wide…

Tavern Magda. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.
Magdas Tavern in Lafkos. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.
Magdas Tavern in Lafkos. Come and visit a beautiful village near the sea in the charming mountains of South Pelion in Greece.

…and Janis roasts his pastries in a wood-burning oven like his father and grandfather and soon his son.

Bakery. The Village Lafkos is one of the most authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion,

But Janis doesn’t just bake, he also makes music. At night, you’ll find him sitting together with his family or friends in one of the taverns on the Platia, playing a great bouzouki for fun.

Bakery. The Village Lafkos is one of the most authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion,

Cultur

Next to the enchanting village square, the marble sculptures of Lavkiotis Thanasis Fampas touch the visitors.

Sculpture of Greek Artist Thanasis Fampas. Combine mountain, sea and nature with a charming village in Lafkos, Greece.
Sculpture of Greek Artist Thanasis Fampas. Combine mountain, sea and nature with a charming village in Lafkos, Greece.
Sculpture of Greek Artist Thanasis Fampas. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Shopping

Vis-à-vis a mini market driven by Afroditi and her Family ensures that nobody runs out of food and news.

Perfectly shaped sign of the minimarket. Enjoy Lafkos, an authentic village in the Pelion mountains, close to the sea and the nature.
Where ice meets salad. Perfectly shaped life in Lafkos, Pelion, Greece. Enjoy an authentic village in the Pelion mountains, close to the sea and the nature.
Minimarket in Lafkos. Where ice meets salad. Perfectly shaped life in Lafkos, Pelion, Greece. Enjoy an authentic village in the Pelion mountains, close to the sea and the nature.

The concessions to tourism are modest. But there’s always a little something to buy.

Alley in Lafkos. The mountain village near the sea is one of the most beautiful and authentic places without any cars in Greece.
Shop. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Accommodation

Alley in Lafkos. Come and visit a beautiful and authentic mountain village in Greece, close to the sea and the nature.

The alleyways invite you to stroll through the old streets, see one of the most beautiful places on Pelion and look for a nice place to accommodate.

The old stone houses tell of prosperity and trade. Lafkos, the mountain village near the sea is one of the most beautiful places  for holidays in Greece.
The old stone houses tell of prosperity and trade. Lafkos, the mountain village near the sea is one of the most beautiful places  for holidays in Greece.
South Pelion, Greece. The old alleys of Lafkos, invite you to stroll around.
Stonehouse Lafkos. The mountain village near the sea is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.
South Pelion, Greece. The old alleys of Lafkos, invite you to stroll around.
Stonehouse Lafkos. The mountain village near the sea is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Some houses in the mountain village near the sea are telling from the prospering Ottoman period, but most are neoclassical, because of the Romantic Philhellenism, which has spread in the Pelion before and after the liberation in the 19th century.

View into an alley of Lafkos. Most beautiful places in Greece. Most beautiful village in Pelion. Vacation home with view. Holidays in Greece.
Stonehouse Lafkos. View into an alley of Lafkos. Most beautiful places in Greece. Most beautiful village in Pelion. Vacation home with view. Holidays in Greece.
Stonehouse in Lafkos. South Pelion, Greece. The old alleys of Lafkos, invite you to stroll around.

Sport and education

A greeting call, somehow from the Düsseldorf art scene.

Art Sculpture Vespa. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

The school building with the sports field open for everybody.

School. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.
Soccer field.The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.
Basketball court. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

The little village Lafkos is still one of the most authentic places in the Pelion and also in Greece.

Wall with names of former students. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

Of course the children prefer to play near the village square in the shade around the church, instead a little further out beyond the school, where the road leads to the sunlit and the road to Milina.

Church of Lafkos hidden by the threes. The Village Lafkos is one of the most beautiful and authentic places on the Greek peninsula of Pelion, characterized by an atmospheric square and the absence of cars. Vacation home in Pelion. Holidays in Greece.

The old port Milina

Even the seagulls here sway more on the water than in the air, and everyone has only one need: to stretch out the legs.

Milina, Greece. Forget about everything!
Milina, Greece. Forget about everything and enjoy the calm sea, within one of the most beautiful villages in South Pelion.
Forget about everything and enjoy the calm sea. Milina, South Pelion has one of the most tangerine dream sunsets in Greece.
Enjoy one of the most tangerine dream sunsets in Greece at Milina, South Pelion.
Enjoy one of the most tangerine dream sunsets in Greece at Milina, South Pelion.

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