Pelion holidays in Greece offer a distinctive combination of mountainous and coastal landscapes, coupled with a vibrant green and azure backdrop. From the charming village of Lafkos, situated in South Pilion and just a stone’s throw from the sea, travellers can explore the region’s beaches, vistas and ever-changing ambience at their leisure. A visit, at any time of the year, promises an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion.

Pelion holidays – The south coasts

Soak up the crystal clear waters of the Aegean or Gulf, including secluded spots of unspoilt tranquillity. Walk the Greek trails and relax in Lafkos. Enjoy the proximity of the sea and the mild climate, surrounded by beautiful nature and breathtaking views in the unique Greek light.

The Pelion peninsula is located in the Aegean Sea in the south of the Greek Thessaly region. Homer called it the summer residence of the gods.

Starting from the port city of Volos, it encircles the Pagasitikos Gulf and extends for around 60 kilometres to the headland at Agia Kyriaki.

Be aware, there is no mass tourism in the area. Therefore, the beaches, coves and other destinations are never crowded, even in high season. You can enjoy your Pelion holidays in peace.

The variety of landscapes and the lush nature make the Greek Pelion a paradise for those who love hiking and want to combine the beauty of the mountains with the charm of the sea.

The coasts and bays are so numerous and varied that it would take a lifetime to visit them all.

Very often the water in the gulf resembles a lake or swimming pool and is ideal for all those water sports enthusiasts who value a calm sea. You will never be bored on your holidays in Pelion.

The gulf is also most recommend if you like to go in the afternoon for swimming because of the sundown there.

In the summer month in Melina until October, you might enjoy every Thursday great poetic music with the fantastic duo above.

When the singing skater meets the fishing cowboy surfing on the sun warped rails of Greek Rembetiko.

Pelion holidays – Hiker’s paradise

The Pilion peninsula is part of a mountain range that crosses Greece from the mountains of central Macedonia to Mount Olympus. It ends at Mount Ossa and Mavrovounio in Pilion.

The nature of thisGreek area combines the inviting and mild atmosphere of the sea with the rugged and unspoiled profile of the mountain slopes.

The result is a rich visual experience with a variety of vegetation, colors and scents. A visit at any time of the year is an unforgettable aesthetic journey, spend holidays in South Pelion.

Get ready to hike, cycle or run along Pelion’s countless trails and ancient paved walkaways, magnificent nature and breathtaking views. Greece, nature at its best. Whatever the season, one of the best places for hiking in Greece is the Home of the Centaurs on the Pelion peninsula.

The interior of the Greek peninsula impresses with dense deciduous forests of beech, chestnut, oak and plane trees. Along the coasts, olive groves and pine forests grow together. Holidays in Pilion are always an experience.

Autumn is mild and the thousands of sprouting flowers are reminiscent of spring.

Here thrive some species of animals, mushrooms and especially herbs in great diversity, which are otherwise hardly found.

The vast network of roads and footpath’s, the variety of nature and panorama, make the south of Pelion one of the most interesting areas for hiking. According to a Greek hiking magazine, there are so many hiking trails in the Pelion that you could hike a different route every day for three months.

Find out more about trails, the geography and vegetation for your hiking holidays in South Pelion.

Pelion holidays – Unique mountain villages

The Pelion area invites you to explore its rich history with over 40 mountain villages built by skilled stonemasons from the Epirus region.

The self-governing mountain communities flourished, trading in olive oil, olives, fruit, chestnuts, silk and wood and transporting their goods to the sea on mules.

Despite the years that passed by, many of the traditional roads are still in very good shape due to efforts done by local communities.

More about the villages and their history.

Pelion holidays – Living in light and change

The peninsula is constantly changing its face. In the north, the fir forests at 1600 meters tell of the Central European highlands, and in the south, the dry nature and clear colors remembers the south of Italy.

“I believe that all ugliness disappears when you have light like this”, said Henry Miller once, and was not alone in this view.

Pelion holidays – The charming village Lafkos

In the center of this unique combination of land and sea, we rent out in the quaint village Lafkos our fresh renovated second home.

The residence is located 54 kilometers from Volos in Lafkos, one of the most beautiful villages of South Pelion.

The quaint Greek village is famous because of the beautiful square without any cars and his delicious taverns.

It is also home to the oldest coffee shop in Greece, which exists since 1775.

Our holiday Home is just two minutes away from the square, combined the rural charm of country style with a touch of modern architecture.

It is made as a place to be for passionate and attentive people, whether it is summer, autumn, winter or spring.

We have everything you may need to live, cook, work, or lounge in comfort.

Everything inside is lovingly renovated and equipped with modern technology as well.

Enjoy the panorama view right from your bed, silence interrupted only by birdsongs and a deep taste of the Greek way of life.

Settled 330m above the sea, the cottage is overlooking an old spring and border’s directly on the green valley below the hill.

Opposite you can see the small Byzantine chapel Ag. Paraskevi and the whole mountains of the southern peninsula.

Right down from the house begins the Kalderimi going across a hill to the small Greek coastal town Milina.

45 minutes later, you have already arrived.

And just half an hour’s walk away, the panorama of the Aegean shines, with the island of Skiathos opposite. Enjoy your Holidays in Greece.

More about our holiday cottage, the village of Lafkos, events, hikes and other tourist excursions like the Pelion train is reachable searching the web or within our personal guide’s. Everything about arriving or booking is here. We are also glad about a message or your contribution in our guestbook.