Prefecture of Pieria Travel Guide

Most know Pieria and Olympus from Greek mythology. Others have heard about this from the narratives of visitors. But as seductive though the myth is as flattering though is the information, true Pieria which will meet the visitor is beautiful. Few places combine endless beaches with golden sand and clean sea, mountains, history and natural beauty, excellent tourist organization and affordable - all while on excellent transport infrastructure, which make traveling Case minutes. Few places combine within a 70 km coastline such different types of holidaymaker, from family vacations to calm weekends restless characters. Few places can combine the most diverse forms of entertainment, leisure and cultural life, as Pieria - precisely because of its geographical diversity, historical depth and especially the friendliness, diligence and consistency of its people.

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  Filbert

  Tourist resort with a large residential development located very close to the village of Old Leptokaryas, ancient Livithra, burial place of the mythical Orpheus, and in Kanalon Monastery (12th century). Flanked by sandy with small pebbles awarded the European Blue Flag. Organized and safe ideal for oikogenneiakes holidays. It is 25 km from Katerini, with easy access from the new highway E75 (node ​​Leptokaryas) and suburban rail (station Leptokaryas). It is one hour from Thessaloniki and a half hours from Larissa. Discover Hazel and enjoy!
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  Platamonas

  Platamonas is the summer resort of Larissa. Over Platamonas dominates the Venetian castle! Castle Platamonas is an imposing castle - city of the Middle Byzantine period (10th century AD), ktismleno the southeastern foothills of Mount Olympus, in a strategic position controlling the path of Macedonia - Thessaly - Southern Greece. Excavation in 1995 found traces of Hellenistic wall (4th century) confirming that the opinions in this post was the ancient city of Heraklion first city of Macedonia ¨ .. ¨ after Tempi according to source 360 ​​eg The Byzantine wall was restored by the Franks after 1204 and the Byzantines in the 14th century. The fort was the main support of the seigniory Platamonas. Later the castle was occupied by the Turks and the 2nd World War was bombed by German troops. Important findings are the Byzantine church of the 10th-11th century, 10th century houses, the church of the 18th century, part of a Hellenistic wall and gate in the wall of the donjon
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  Palaios Panteleimon

  Gorgeous, renovated, traditional village on the slopes of Lower Olympus, at an altitude of 700m., With unique views of the Thermaikos Gulf and the coasts of southern Pieria. Maintains uniform architecture of the buildings, which is perceived by the first look and distinguishes it from other settlements. In central paved square with plane trees there is the old church of St. Panteleimon, the old school which has been restored and traditional tavernas. Just outside the village is the only school in the environmental area. The narrow cobbled streets you can admire the restored stone houses and quaint shops selling local products and handicrafts.
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  Olympus

  Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece known worldwide mainly for the mythological context, as the peak of (Mytikas 2,917-m) lived Twelve 'Olympian' gods according to the religion of the ancient Greeks. It is also the second highest mountain in the Balkans, but also in the whole region of Europe from the Alps to the Caucasus. The compact footprint mountain dominates imposing limits Macedonia and Thessaly, with a number of high peaks Slots deep ravines, around which extends a region of particular biodiversity. To protect this unique heritage, declared early in 1938 as the first National Park in Greece.
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  Winter & Summer getaways

  Holidays in Pieria is a real way to relax from the stress of everyday life and to update your strengths. On the coast of Pieria coastline of Olympus, organized tourist infrastructure offers a variety of options and creative use of vacation time. One can enjoy the sea, enjoy the unique nature Pieriki be entertained with traditional and contemporary music, to make purchases, to see works of art and culture and to learn new ways of living and thinking. The picturesque fishing villages with taverns by the sea and seafood delicacies create distinct feeling another climate life, as the vastness of the sea helps to flare and mental relaxation and tranquility. Approximately 32 km southwest of Katerini, lies the village of Agios Dimitrios built a Psiloma between abundant water springs and towering evergreen trees. From there, the road to the narrow Pieria, Thessaly lap leading to the impressive gorge of Olympus, offers a unique experience. There are many mountain passes with well-marked trails around Mount Olympus during the SUMMER months, while winter trips made with the help of experienced local guides.